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  "response": {
    "Key": "US-MBJ",
    "orig": {
      "code": "US",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "United States"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "MBJ",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Montego Bay",
      "fullCity": "Montego Bay, Jamaica",
      "airport": "Montego Bay"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "From which cities in United States can I fly to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "You can fly nonstop to Montego Bay from 19 US cities, with New York (JFK) offering the most flights at 225 per week on United, JetBlue, American, and Delta. Other major gateways include Charlotte, Miami, Atlanta, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Philadelphia, Chicago, Dallas, Baltimore, and Boston, with service from carriers like American, Delta, Southwest, Frontier, and JetBlue. For travelers not near a nonstop gateway, connecting through these hubs—particularly Miami, Atlanta, or Charlotte—is common, and some may also connect via nearby international hubs like Panama City or Cancún. Most flights take between 1.5 and 4.5 hours, and there are no red-eye options. Choosing a departure city typically comes down to proximity and flight frequency, with larger hubs providing more daily options and competitive fares.",
        "methodology": "The U.S. departure cities with nonstop service to this destination and their weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We identify every U.S. airport with scheduled nonstop service, group airports into their metropolitan areas, and rank cities by scheduled weekly departures.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from United States to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from the United States to Montego Bay take as little as about 1 hour 45 minutes from Miami, around 2 hours from Orlando, 2 hours 50 minutes from Atlanta, 3 hours from Charlotte, and roughly 4 hours from New York. One-stop itineraries from other major cities typically add 2 to 4 hours depending on the connection. Flight times are similar in both directions, though return flights to the US may be slightly shorter due to prevailing winds.",
        "methodology": "Flight times from each U.S. departure city come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI); the typical time is the median scheduled duration of that city's nonstop services to this destination.",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "country_to_city"
        ]
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from United States to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are non-stop flights from the United States to Montego Bay, with 19 US cities offering direct service. Major gateways include New York (JFK) on United, JetBlue, American, and Delta; Charlotte on American; Miami on American; Atlanta on Frontier and Delta; Orlando on JetBlue and Southwest; and Chicago on Southwest, American, and United, with flight times ranging from about 1 hour 45 minutes from Miami to over 4 hours from Minneapolis.",
        "methodology": "Nonstop service is identified from the scheduled operating flights in our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI); a destination with no scheduled nonstop from the United States is reported as having none.",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "country_to_city"
        ]
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which cities in United States are usually cheapest or easiest for flying to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "Miami and Fort Lauderdale are typically cheapest and offer the most nonstop flights, with the shortest travel time. New York and Atlanta also have good options and competitive pricing. Travellers from smaller U.S. cities often connect through these hubs to reach Montego Bay."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from United States to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "American, Delta, United, JetBlue, Southwest, and Frontier fly nonstop from major US cities. American (oneworld) and Delta/United (Star Alliance) offer the most flights.",
        "methodology": "Airlines are the operating carriers scheduled on nonstop services from each U.S. departure city, taken from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI).",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "country_to_city"
        ]
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from United States to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from the United States to Montego Bay are typically September through early November, outside of summer and winter holidays. Midweek flights, especially Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and early morning or late night departures often offer lower fares. Booking 2 to 3 months ahead helps secure better prices."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from United States to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "For flights from the United States to Montego Bay, book 8 to 12 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, but secure seats at least 16 weeks early for travel during peak periods like winter holidays, spring break, and summer vacation."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on flights from United States to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules vary by airline and fare. On flights from the US to Montego Bay, basic economy tickets often exclude a free checked bag, while standard economy usually includes one. Premium cabins allow two or more. Always verify with your airline before booking."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "What time of day is usually cheapest for flights from United States to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "On flights from the United States to Montego Bay, early morning departures, often before 8 am, and late evening red-eye flights tend to be the cheapest. Afternoon flights are usually pricier. This pattern can shift depending on the day of the week and season, with midweek and off-peak periods offering more low-fare options."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "Which airport will I arrive at and how do I get from Montego Bay to downtown Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "Flights from the United States to Montego Bay arrive at Sangster International Airport (MBJ), located just 3 miles east of downtown Montego Bay. The airport has no train or metro link, but several ground transport options are available. Taxis are the most convenient, taking about 10 to 15 minutes to reach the city center, while shared shuttle vans and public buses also serve the route with slightly longer travel times. Ride‑share services like Uber may be available but are less common; many visitors simply take a licensed taxi from the official airport stand.",
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        ],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sangster%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Sangster International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T22:27:59Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sangster_International_Airport",
            "title": "Sangster International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-06T02:40:17Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MBJ",
            "title": "MBJ",
            "time_published": "2024-01-20T04:22:11Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport%20in%20Trinidad%20and%20Tobago",
            "title": "Transport in Trinidad and Tobago",
            "time_published": "2025-06-13T01:56:23Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kingston%20to%20Montego%20Bay%20railway",
            "title": "Kingston to Montego Bay railway",
            "time_published": "2026-01-03T10:17:17Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which cabin and seat options are typical on flights from United States to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "Most US–Montego Bay flights offer economy only, with premium economy and lie-flat business class rare. First class does not appear on this route."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Montego Bay airport?",
        "answer": "Montego Bay's Sangster International Airport (MBJ) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods; the terminal closes overnight from 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM and travelers are not permitted to remain inside. Nearby hotels such as the Holiday Inn Resort Montego Bay and the Hilton Rose Hall Resort are a short shuttle ride away, with many offering complimentary airport transfers.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/lounge/montego-bay-airport/club-mobay-arrivals-lounge-mbj.htm",
            "title": "Montego Bay Airport Guide (MBJ) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-04-13T17:31:56Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/lounge/montego-bay-airport/club-mobay-lounge-g9-mbj.htm",
            "title": "Montego Bay Airport Guide (MBJ) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-04-13T17:31:56Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sangster_International_Airport",
            "title": "Sangster International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-06T02:40:17Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/jamaica/montego-bay/activities/private_montego_bay_jamaica_airport_transfer-XBNKJ9",
            "title": "Private Montego Bay Jamaica Airport Transfer",
            "time_published": "2026-03-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/jamaica/ocho-rios/activities/montego_bay_airport_mbj_transfer_one_way_or_round_trip_to_hotel-XN398N",
            "title": "Montego Bay Airport (MBJ) Transfer One-Way or Round-Trip to Hotel",
            "time_published": "2026-03-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/jamaica/montego-bay/activities/airport_shuttle_from_montego_bay_mbj_to_hotel-XOQ16J",
            "title": "Airport Shuttle from Montego Bay (MBJ) to Hotel",
            "time_published": "2026-03-01T00:00:00Z"
          }
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        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options at Montego Bay airport?",
        "answer": "At Montego Bay's Sangster International Airport (MBJ), the primary lounge is Club Mobay, located airside in the International Terminal on the mezzanine level opposite Gate 12. Access is available to Priority Pass, LoungeKey, and some American Express Platinum cardholders, as well as through day passes; it offers complimentary drinks, Wi‑Fi, showers, a children's play area, and optional spa services. There is also a separate Club Mobay Arrivals Lounge after customs in the Ground Transportation Hall, with a three‑hour stay limit and similar access policies, providing drinks, Wi‑Fi, and a comfortable space to freshen up upon landing.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/jamaica/sangster-international/mbj-club-mobay",
            "title": "Club Mobay MBJ AIRPORT  Montego Bay Sangster Intl | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/lounges/jamaica/montego-bay-sangster-intl",
            "title": "Sangster International Airport MBJ Lounges - MBJ Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MBJ/Club-Mobay-International-Terminal-ioroMlngrq",
            "title": "Club Mobay at Sangster International Airport | Amex US",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sangster_International_Airport",
            "title": "Sangster International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-06T02:40:17Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-gb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MBJ/Club-Mobay-Arrivals-Lounge-International-Terminal-1KaMdVrI0b",
            "title": "Club Mobay Arrivals Lounge at Sangster International Airport | Amex GB",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
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        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      }
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