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      "country": "United States"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "UIO",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Quito",
      "fullCity": "Quito, Ecuador",
      "airport": "Mariscal Sucre Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "From which cities in United States can I fly to Quito?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights to Quito depart from Miami, Houston, New York (JFK), and Atlanta. Miami offers the most frequent service with 131 weekly flights on LATAM and American Airlines, while Houston, New York, and Atlanta have fewer flights on United, Avianca, and Delta respectively. Travelers typically choose a departure city based on proximity and flight availability—Miami is the primary gateway, but Houston, New York, and Atlanta provide alternatives, and many other US cities offer one-stop connections through these hubs.",
        "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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      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from United States to Quito?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are nonstop flights from the United States to Quito. Miami (MIA) has the most frequent service with 131 weekly flights on LATAM and American Airlines, taking about 4 hours 15 minutes. Other nonstop gateways include Houston (IAH) on United with 20 weekly flights and a 5-hour 15-minute flight, New York (JFK) on Avianca with 14 weekly flights and about 6 hours 20 minutes, and Atlanta (ATL) on Delta with 14 weekly flights and a 5-hour 10-minute journey.",
        "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": [
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        ]
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which cities in United States are usually cheapest or easiest for flying to Quito?",
        "answer": "Miami and Fort Lauderdale are usually cheapest and offer the most direct flights, often on American or LATAM. Houston and Atlanta also have good connections. From the West Coast, expect higher fares and a connection, typically in Miami or Panama City."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from United States to Quito?",
        "answer": "American and LATAM fly nonstop from Miami, United from Houston, Avianca from New York, and Delta from Atlanta. All four are major carriers; American and LATAM are in oneworld, United in Star Alliance, Delta in SkyTeam, and Avianca in Star Alliance.",
        "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 Quito?",
        "answer": "Flights from the United States to Quito are generally cheapest during the low season from February to May and again from September to November, avoiding summer and Christmas peaks. For the best fares, book at least two to three months ahead, and consider midweek departures on Tuesday or Wednesday, with early morning or late-night flights often priced lower."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from United States to Quito?",
        "answer": "Book flights from the United States to Quito 8 to 12 weeks ahead for the best balance of availability and price, but book 12 to 16 weeks early if traveling during peak periods like U.S. summer, Christmas, or Ecuador's Carnaval and Holy Week."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on flights from United States to Quito?",
        "answer": "Most flights from the U.S. to Quito are operated by American, Delta, United, or Copa via Panama. Standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry-on, but basic economy fares often exclude a free checked bag. Premium cabins allow at least two checked bags. Always verify your airline’s fare rules before booking."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "What time of day is usually cheapest for flights from United States to Quito?",
        "answer": "Flights from the United States to Quito tend to be cheapest when departing in the early morning or late evening, as these off-peak times often see lower demand. Afternoon departures are usually pricier. However, fare patterns can shift depending on the day of the week and travel season, so it is wise to compare options across different times for your specific dates."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "Which airport will I arrive at and how do I get from Mariscal Sucre Intl Airport to downtown Quito?",
        "answer": "Flights from the United States to Quito arrive at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), located about 18 kilometers east of downtown in the Tababela parish. The journey by road typically takes 35 to 50 minutes in moderate traffic, and you can reach the city center via authorized airport taxis, ride-share services, or public buses that stop at the terminal. While there is no direct train or metro connection to the airport, the modern road network provides efficient access via routes like the Collas Airport Highway and the Interoceánica Road.",
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        ],
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mariscal_Sucre_International_Airport",
            "title": "Mariscal Sucre International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-16T20:28:34Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Mariscal_Sucre_International_Airport",
            "title": "Old Mariscal Sucre International Airport",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-07-21T19:08:52Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.aeropuertoquito.aero/transportation/?lang=en",
            "title": "Transportation - Aeropuerto Internacional de Quito",
            "time_published": "2024-06-17T19:14:30Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.aeropuertoquito.aero/mariscal-sucre-airport-receives-international-accreditation-for-accessibility-for-people-with-disabilities/?lang=en",
            "title": "Mariscal Sucre Airport Receives International Accreditation for Accessibility for People with Disabilities - Aeropuerto Internacional de Quito",
            "time_published": "2026-02-03T03:32:10Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mariscal%20Sucre%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Mariscal Sucre International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-03-24T15:12:30Z"
          }
        ],
        "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 Quito?",
        "answer": "Flights from the US to Quito typically offer economy and recliner-style first or business class on narrowbody aircraft, with lie-flat seats appearing only on a few widebody services; dedicated first class is not offered."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Quito airport?",
        "answer": "Quito's Mariscal Sucre International Airport has a hotel on the airport grounds for uninterrupted sleep, though specific terminal location and shuttle requirements are not detailed. The single terminal offers limited sleeping options, with mostly metal seats with armrests, so a sleep mat or blanket is recommended. Several nearby hotels are also available, but no capsule hotels or sleeping pods are mentioned.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/casa/quito.htm",
            "title": "Quito Airport Guide (UIO) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-05-30T01:38:21Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/quito-airport-guide.htm",
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            "time_published": "2018-10-02T00:00:33Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Mariscal_Sucre_International_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-21T19:08:52Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-07-16T20:28:34Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/south-america/ecuador/quito/activities/transfer_from_or_to_uio_airport_to_any_hotel_in_quito-XNLQF8?property=UIODS",
            "title": "Transfer from or to UIO Airport to any Hotel in Quito",
            "time_published": "2026-02-24T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://www.airpaz.com/en/airports/mariscal-sucre-international-airport-uio",
            "title": "Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) information - Airpaz",
            "time_published": "2026-04-14T00:09:09Z"
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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 Quito airport?",
        "answer": "At Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport, the Sala VIP Internacional in the international terminal is open 24 hours and offers air conditioning, flight information displays, and complimentary beer (spirits and wine are limited to two per adult). Access is available through Priority Pass or select credit cards like the Amex Platinum, and children under four are admitted free. A Sala VIP Domestica also exists in the domestic terminal, though details are more limited.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/UIO",
            "title": "American Express Lounges at Mariscal Sucre International Airport | Amex US",
            "time_published": "2026-05-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/de-de/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/UIO",
            "title": "American Express Lounges at Mariscal Sucre International Airport | Amex DE",
            "time_published": "2026-05-05T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/ecuador/mariscal-sucre-international/uio-sala-vip-internacional",
            "title": "Sala VIP Internacional UIO AIRPORT  Quito Intl | Priority Pass",
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            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/ecuador/mariscal-sucre-international",
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      }
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