{ "response": { "Key": "US-PEI", "orig": { "code": "US", "type": "country", "country": "United States" }, "dest": { "code": "PEI", "type": "airport", "city": "Pereira", "fullCity": "Pereira, Colombia", "airport": "Matecaña Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "From which cities in United States can I fly to Pereira?", "answer": "From the United States, you can fly nonstop to Pereira only from New York (JFK), with Avianca operating about 8 weekly flights taking around 5.5 hours. Most travelers from other US cities connect through New York or regional hubs like Bogotá or Panama City. Your choice of departure city depends on your location—those on the East Coast have the most direct access, while others may need a longer connecting itinerary.", "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": [ "country_to_city" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there direct flights from United States to Pereira?", "answer": "Yes, there are direct flights from the United States to Pereira. Avianca operates nonstop service from New York (JFK) to Pereira, with 8 weekly flights and a typical flight time of about 5 hours and 30 minutes. No other US cities currently offer nonstop flights to Pereira.", "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 Pereira?", "answer": "Miami and Fort Lauderdale are the primary gateways, offering the most direct and affordable options to Pereira. From other US cities, you will connect through these hubs or Bogotá, which can increase cost and travel time." }, "q5": { "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from United States to Pereira?", "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from the US to Pereira is typically during the low season from February to April and again from late August to November, avoiding the December holiday peak and summer months. For the best fares, book at least two to three months ahead and consider midweek departures on Tuesday or Wednesday, as weekend and evening flights tend to be pricier." }, "q6": { "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from United States to Pereira?", "answer": "For flights from the United States to Pereira, book 6 to 12 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, but book 12 to 16 weeks early if traveling during peak seasons like Christmas, New Year, or Colombian holidays such as Feria de las Flores." }, "q8": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on flights from United States to Pereira?", "answer": "Baggage rules to Pereira vary by airline and fare. Basic economy tickets often exclude checked bags or charge a fee, while standard international economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins generally allow two checked bags. Always confirm with your airline." }, "q10": { "question": "What time of day is usually cheapest for flights from United States to Pereira?", "answer": "From the United States to Pereira, evening departures often have lower fares, but this varies by season and day of week. Tuesdays and Wednesdays tend to be cheaper overall. Morning flights can be more expensive due to business travel demand, while afternoon options may offer a middle ground. For the best deal, compare times across your specific dates." }, "q11": { "question": "Which airport will I arrive at and how do I get from Matecaña Intl Airport to downtown Pereira?", "answer": "Flights from the United States to Pereira, Colombia arrive at Matecaña International Airport (PEI), the city's main airport located about 2 kilometers west of downtown. There is no train or metro connection, so ground transport options are taxis, ride-share services, and local buses. Taxis and ride-shares are readily available outside the terminal and can reach the city center in roughly 10 to 15 minutes, traffic permitting. Public buses also serve the airport, though travel times may be slightly longer depending on the route and stops.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matecaña_International_Airport", "title": "Matecaña International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-07T20:00:20Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talk:Pereira,_Colombia/Comments", "title": "Talk:Pereira, Colombia - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2009-09-02T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puerto_Lempira_Airport", "title": "Puerto Lempira Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-23T22:55:50Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sierra_Maestra_Airport", "title": "Sierra Maestra Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-05T21:05:11Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matecaña_City_Zoo", "title": "Matecaña City Zoo", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-06-30T03:26:22Z" } ], "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 Pereira?", "answer": "Flights from the US to Pereira typically offer economy class only, as most services are operated by narrow-body aircraft or regional jets; premium economy and lie-flat business class are rare, and first class does not appear on this route." }, "q13": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Pereira airport?", "answer": "Matecaña International Airport (PEI) in Pereira, Colombia, does not have any on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. The terminal closes nightly from midnight to 5:00 AM, so overnight stays inside are not possible. Nearby hotels are available in Pereira, and you can find listings on Tripadvisor, though none are directly connected by an airport shuttle.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/pereira-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Pereira Airport Guide", "time_published": "2024-09-11T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matecaña_International_Airport", "title": "Matecaña International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-07T20:00:20Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/puerto-maldonado-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Puerto Maldonado Airport Guide", "time_published": "2024-11-08T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mateca%C3%B1a%20International%20Airport", "title": "Matecaña International Airport", "time_published": "2026-02-28T08:40:09Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/costa-rica/alajuela/activities/private_transfer_from_sjo_airport_to_sierpe_dock-X6KXXH?property=SJOAC", "title": "Private Transfer from SJO Airport to Sierpe Dock", "time_published": "2026-05-04T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/costa-rica/alajuela/activities/private_transfer_sjo_airport_to_caldera_cruise_ferry_fiesta_hotel-XTH550", "title": "Private Transfer SJO Airport to Caldera Cruise/Ferry/Fiesta Hotel", "time_published": "2026-05-04T00:00:00Z" } ], "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 Pereira airport?", "answer": "Matecaña International Airport in Pereira has two lounges: Sala VIP Quimbaya and Sala VIP Oruma, both in the main terminal. Sala VIP Quimbaya is open from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM and accepts Priority Pass, American Express Platinum, and Centurion cardholders, while Sala VIP Oruma is open from 4:00 AM to 3:00 PM and is also part of the Priority Pass network. Avianca operates its own VIP lounge on the third floor for business class passengers and elite status holders. All lounges offer a quiet space to relax before your flight with standard amenities like Wi-Fi and refreshments.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-xb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/PEI", "title": "American Express Lounges at Matecana International Airport | Amex XB", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/lounges/colombia/pereira-matecana", "title": "Matecaña International Airport PEI Lounges - PEI Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/lounges/colombia/pereira-matecana/pei-sala-quimbaya", "title": "Matecaña International Airport PEI Lounges - PEI Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "favicon": "https://www.prioritypass.com/icon.png?a4ff481221414a5c" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matecaña_International_Airport", "title": "Matecaña International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-07T20:00:20Z" }, { "url": "https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-centurion-card-idc-en/PEI/", "title": "American Express Lounges at Matecana International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-03-18T00:00:00Z" } ], "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." } } } }