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      "code": "ABJ",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Abidjan",
      "fullCity": "Abidjan, Ivory Coast",
      "airport": "Port Bouet Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "From which U.S. cities can I fly to Abidjan?",
        "answer": "New York (JFK) is the only US city with nonstop service to Abidjan, with 11 weekly flights operated by Ethiopian Airlines and a typical flight time of 9 hours 35 minutes. Travelers from other US cities generally connect through New York or through major international hubs in Europe, the Middle East, or other African gateways to reach Abidjan. When choosing a departure city, passengers usually weigh their proximity to a major international airport against the convenience of fewer connections and the number of weekly departures available from that gateway.",
        "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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      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight to Abidjan?",
        "answer": "Flights from the United States to Abidjan run nonstop from New York, taking about 9 hours 35 minutes. Travelers from other U.S. cities generally connect through a hub such as New York.",
        "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.",
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      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights to Abidjan?",
        "answer": "There is exactly one non-stop route from the United States to Abidjan: Ethiopian Airlines flies nonstop from New York JFK to Abidjan, with about 11 flights per week and a typical flight time of 9 hours 35 minutes. This is the only US gateway with scheduled nonstop service to ABJ. Travelers from other US cities can connect through New York, and red-eye departures are available on this route.",
        "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 U.S. cities are usually cheapest or easiest for flying to Abidjan?",
        "answer": "Washington and New York City are the two U.S. departure cities with nonstop service to Abidjan, and they also have the lowest typical round-trip fares. Washington is the cheapest at $845 round-trip, followed by New York City at $921. In total, only these two U.S. cities offer service to Abidjan.",
        "methodology": "These fares come from a large sample of the real airfares Priceline shoppers found for flights from U.S. departure cities to this destination, grouped by origin city, day of the week, time of day and how far ahead the trip was booked. Prices are round trip in U.S. dollars unless noted and are refreshed regularly.",
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      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly to Abidjan?",
        "answer": "Ethiopian Airlines flies nonstop from New York JFK to Abidjan, with 11 weekly 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).",
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      "q5": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly to Abidjan?",
        "answer": "Flights from the United States to Abidjan are typically cheapest during the rainy season from May to October, with lower demand outside major U.S. holidays. Book at least three months ahead, favor Tuesday or Wednesday departures, and choose overnight flights for better fares."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights to Abidjan?",
        "answer": "There is no reliable booking window for flights from the United States to Abidjan, so it's best to book several months ahead for an international trip, especially if traveling during holidays or peak periods.",
        "methodology": "These fares come from a large sample of the real airfares Priceline shoppers found for flights from U.S. departure cities to this destination, grouped by origin city, day of the week, time of day and how far ahead the trip was booked. Prices are round trip in U.S. dollars unless noted and are refreshed regularly.",
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      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a visa to travel to Abidjan?",
        "answer": "United States citizens need a visa to travel to Abidjan, Ivory Coast, for a short tourist visit. An eVisa is required and can be applied for online before travel, allowing a stay of up to 3 months.\n\nThis is general guidance to help you plan, not official immigration advice — entry rules can change and can depend on your nationality and circumstances, so please confirm the current requirements with the relevant embassy or official government source before you travel.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_Ivory_Coast",
            "title": "Visa policy of Ivory Coast",
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      "q8": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on flights to Abidjan?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowances depend on your ticket and airline. On long‑haul routes to Abidjan, basic economy fares often exclude checked bags or charge a fee. Standard international economy usually includes at least one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins typically allow two or more checked bags. Confirm your allowance with the airline before you fly."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "What time of day is usually cheapest for flights to Abidjan?",
        "answer": "Morning departures from the United States to Abidjan tend to be the cheapest time of day to fly, with fares averaging around $1,186 round-trip compared to the overall typical fare of about $1,266. Keep in mind these are typical figures, not guaranteed floors, and actual prices will vary by date and booking timing.",
        "methodology": "These fares come from a large sample of the real airfares Priceline shoppers found for flights from U.S. departure cities to this destination, grouped by origin city, day of the week, time of day and how far ahead the trip was booked. Prices are round trip in U.S. dollars unless noted and are refreshed regularly.",
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      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "Which airport will I arrive at and how do I get from Port Bouet Airport to downtown Abidjan?",
        "answer": "You'll arrive at Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport, also known as Port Bouet Airport, which is located in the Port-Bouët suburb of Abidjan and serves as the main gateway to the city. The airport is scheduled to be connected to the new Abidjan Metro, which began construction in 2018 and is expected to enter commercial service in 2027, but for now ground transport is primarily by road. Buses, minibuses, and taxis are readily available, and the airport lies about 15–20 km southeast of central Abidjan, with travel times typically ranging from 30 to 60 minutes depending on traffic.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abidjan",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-07T09:58:16Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-08-15T12:23:27Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-09-11T14:56:21Z"
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            "time_published": "2004-08-22T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Port-Bouët",
            "title": "Port-Bouët",
            "time_published": "2025-06-01T15:15:04Z"
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      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which cabin and seat options are typical on flights to Abidjan?",
        "answer": "Flights to Abidjan typically offer economy and lie-flat business class on long-haul segments, with premium economy available on select carriers; first class is not offered on this route."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Abidjan airport?",
        "answer": "Abidjan Airport has no on-site sleeping pods, capsule hotels, or dedicated rest zones, and overnight stays are not encouraged. However, the ONOMO Hotel Abidjan Airport (0.1 miles away) and the Radisson Blu Hotel Abidjan Airport (0.4 miles away) are both on airport grounds and connected to the terminal by shuttle buses, offering comfortable alternatives for a layover.",
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            "url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/africa/abidjan-airport.htm",
            "title": "Abidjan Airport Guide (ABJ) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-05-15T16:43:49Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-08-15T12:23:27Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://all.accor.com/hotel/0667/index.ru.shtml",
            "title": "Ibis Абиджан Маркори, отель в Абиджане - ALL",
            "time_published": "2026-05-12T00:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://pullman.accor.com/pt-br/hotels/abidjan/1146/wellness.html",
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          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/lounges/abidjan-airport-lounges.htm",
            "title": "Abidjan Airport Lounges (ABJ)",
            "time_published": "2024-06-14T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Port_Bouet_Airport",
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      "q14": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options at Abidjan airport?",
        "answer": "Abidjan’s Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport has a business lounge, typically accessible to eligible business-class passengers and premium frequent flyers, with a day pass sometimes available depending on the operator. The lounge offers standard amenities such as comfortable seating, light refreshments, and Wi-Fi. I’m not confident about any additional branded or independent lounges like Priority Pass or Plaza Premium at this airport, so I’m omitting them rather than guessing.",
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            "time_published": "2026-08-15T12:23:27Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Port-Bouët",
            "title": "Port-Bouët",
            "time_published": "2025-06-01T15:15:04Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://emirates.com/english/destinations/abj/dxb/flights-from-abidjan-to-dubai",
            "title": "Flights from Abidjan (ABJ) to Dubai (DXB) | Where we fly | Emirates",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-28T06:16:43Z"
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            "url": "https://www.lufthansa.com/lhg/lu/de/dest/cy/abidjan",
            "title": "Flug nach Abidjan (ABJ) buchen | Lufthansa",
            "time_published": "2023-11-10T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.lufthansa.com/lhg/at/de/dest/cy/abidjan",
            "title": "Flug nach Abidjan (ABJ) buchen | Lufthansa",
            "time_published": "2026-09-01T00:00:00Z"
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      "q15": {
        "question": "What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Abidjan?",
        "answer": "Fares from the United States to Abidjan vary little by day of the week, so there is no standout cheapest departure day. Round-trip flights typically run about $1,266, with the lowest fares around $845, and morning departures tend to price slightly below the average.",
        "methodology": "These fares come from a large sample of the real airfares Priceline shoppers found for flights from U.S. departure cities to this destination, grouped by origin city, day of the week, time of day and how far ahead the trip was booked. Prices are round trip in U.S. dollars unless noted and are refreshed regularly.",
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