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      "country": "United States"
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      "code": "SXM",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Beacon Hill",
      "fullCity": "Beacon Hill, Sint Maarten",
      "airport": "Princess Juliana Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "From which cities in United States can I fly to Beacon Hill?",
        "answer": "You can fly nonstop to Sint Maarten from 11 US cities, with Miami, New York, and Charlotte offering the most flights. Miami has the highest frequency at 168 weekly flights on American, while New York provides the most airline choice with United, Delta, JetBlue, and American from JFK. Other nonstop gateways include Atlanta, Philadelphia, Boston, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Washington, Chicago, and Minneapolis, with flight times ranging from about 3 hours from Florida to 5.5 hours from Minneapolis. Travelers typically choose a departure city based on proximity and flight availability, with major hubs like Miami and New York offering the most options and flexibility.",
        "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.",
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      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from United States to Beacon Hill?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are non-stop flights from the United States to Beacon Hill (SXM). Eight US cities offer direct service, led by Miami (American Airlines, about 3h 11m), New York (United, Delta, JetBlue, American, about 4h 10m), and Charlotte (American, about 3h 57m). Other non-stop gateways include Atlanta (Delta, Frontier), Philadelphia (American), Boston (JetBlue), Fort Lauderdale (JetBlue), and Orlando (Southwest). Flight times range from roughly 3 hours from South Florida to just over 4 hours from the Northeast.",
        "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.",
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      "q3": {
        "question": "Which cities in United States are usually cheapest or easiest for flying to Beacon Hill?",
        "answer": "Miami and New York are the primary gateways, offering the most direct flights and typically lower fares. Charlotte and Atlanta also provide frequent service. From other US cities, connecting through these hubs is common and often yields competitive pricing, especially outside peak winter holidays."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from United States to Beacon Hill?",
        "answer": "Cheapest months are September and October, outside peak winter and summer demand, especially when flying midweek and on red-eye or early-morning departures. Book at least three weeks ahead for the best fares, avoiding Christmas, spring break, and summer holiday periods."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from United States to Beacon Hill?",
        "answer": "For flights from the United States to Beacon Hill, Sint Maarten (SXM), book 8 to 12 weeks ahead for standard fares, but allow 12 to 16 weeks for peak periods like winter holidays, spring break, and the Heineken Regatta in early March."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on flights from United States to Beacon Hill?",
        "answer": "On flights from the US to Sint Maarten, standard economy usually includes one checked bag, but basic economy fares on American, Delta and United often do not. Premium cabins allow two or more. Always confirm with your carrier, as policies vary."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "Are overnight or red eye flights available from United States to Beacon Hill?",
        "answer": "Red-eye or overnight flights from the United States to Beacon Hill, Sint Maarten are not common. Nonstop service from all 11 US gateways operates during daytime hours, with no late-night departures or next-morning arrivals scheduled. Travelers typically fly during the day, with flight times ranging from about 3 to 5 hours depending on the departure city.",
        "methodology": "Red-eye availability is flagged from the scheduled local departure and arrival times 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), marking services that leave late at night and arrive the following morning.",
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      "q10": {
        "question": "What time of day is usually cheapest for flights from United States to Beacon Hill?",
        "answer": "On flights from the United States to Beacon Hill, Sint Maarten (SXM), afternoon and evening departures often offer lower fares compared to morning flights, though this can vary by day of the week and season. For the most accurate options, check specific dates as patterns shift."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "Which airport will I arrive at and how do I get from Princess Juliana Intl Airport to downtown Beacon Hill?",
        "answer": "You will arrive at Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM), which is the main airport serving the island of Sint Maarten and the gateway to Beacon Hill. From the airport, taxis are the primary ground transport option—the Airport Taxi Association (ATA) has exclusive rights to pick up passengers at SXM, with vehicles available from first flight to last flight daily. There is no train or metro service on the island, but taxis provide a direct, convenient ride to downtown Beacon Hill in approximately 10–15 minutes, depending on traffic. Ride-share services are not widely available, so taxis are the recommended choice for a quick and reliable transfer.",
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            "url": "https://sxmairport.com/press-awards/sxm-signs-new-agreement-with-ata-for-exclusive-rights-to-operate-at-airport",
            "title": "SXM Airport - Princess Juliana International Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-11-25T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Princess_Juliana_International_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-30T02:29:03Z"
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            "title": "Chetumal International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-06T01:28:59Z"
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            "url": "https://sxmairport.com/transportation-services.php",
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            "time_published": "2015-02-26T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which cabin and seat options are typical on flights from United States to Beacon Hill?",
        "answer": "Flights from the US to Sint Maarten typically offer economy and a standard domestic-style first class on narrow-body aircraft, with lie-flat business class available on some wide-body services from major hubs; dedicated international first class is not offered."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Beacon Hill airport?",
        "answer": "Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods; overnight sleeping inside the terminal is not permitted and the airport closes after the last flight. There are no nearby hotels connected by shuttle, but several options like Mary's Boon Beach Resort & Spa and Sonesta Ocean Point Resort are within a 10-minute drive.",
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            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/st-maarten-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "St. Maarten Airport Guide (SXM) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "url": "https://www.sxmairport.com/press-awards/once-again-sxm-airport-opens-its-doors-for-the-second-shopping-experience",
            "title": "SXM Airport - Princess Juliana International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-05-21T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/jamaica/montego-bay/activities/princess_grand_senses_mangrove_airport_transfer_from_montego_bay-XS1376",
            "title": "Princess Grand/Senses Mangrove Airport Transfer from Montego Bay",
            "time_published": "2026-03-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.sxmairport.com/news-20182612-SXM-Airport-Kicks-Off-75th-Anniversary-with-Return-to-Terminal-Building.php",
            "title": "News & Media",
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options at Beacon Hill airport?",
        "answer": "At Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM), the Princess Sky Lounge is the main lounge available, located airside on Concourse D, Level 2 after security for international and transit flights. It's open daily from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM and accepts Priority Pass, with standard alcoholic drinks and air conditioning included, while premium drinks, showers, and an à la carte menu cost extra. Day passes or business-class access may vary by airline, but the lounge primarily caters to Priority Pass members and eligible cardholders.",
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            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/sint-maarten/princess-juliana-international",
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