{
  "response": {
    "Key": "MCO-BQN",
    "orig": {
      "code": "MCO",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Orlando",
      "fullCity": "Orlando, Florida",
      "airport": "Orlando Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "BQN",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Aguadilla",
      "fullCity": "Aguadilla, Puerto Rico",
      "airport": "Rafael Hernandez Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Orlando to Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Orlando (MCO) to Aguadilla (BQN) typically takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes. Return flights are often slightly shorter, around 2 hours and 30 minutes, due to prevailing winds. There are no common layover options for this route as most flights are direct, mainly operated by JetBlue and Frontier, with similar flight times."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Orlando to Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "JetBlue (B6) and Frontier (F9) both fly nonstop from Orlando (MCO) to Aguadilla (BQN) daily, with JetBlue operating up to 8 flights a day and Frontier up to 3. JetBlue's departures range from early morning to late evening, while Frontier has a morning flight and two late-night red-eyes. Both carriers offer nonstop service every day of the week.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled 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 count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Carrier service and weekly frequencies are summarized from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "route_airlines",
          "flight_schedule",
          "redeye_flights"
        ]
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Orlando to Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "No visa requirements apply because this is a domestic flight within the United States. Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory, and travel from Orlando to Aguadilla is considered domestic. U.S. citizens and nationals only need valid government-issued photo ID. Non-U.S. citizens should carry their passport and any U.S. visa or residency documents, as standard immigration checks apply when entering a U.S. territory, but no additional visa is required for this route."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "Aguadilla's Rafael Hernández Airport (BQN) has limited public transit. There is no train or dedicated airport bus to the city center. Taxis are available outside baggage claim and are the most commonly used option for visitors without a car. Ride-share services like Uber operate in the area but can be less reliable than taxis, especially during off-peak hours. Car rentals are highly recommended for exploring the region, as public transportation on the island is sparse and schedules are infrequent. For direct access to the city center, taxis are the most used and practical choice."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Orlando to Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "From Orlando to Aguadilla, the cheapest months to fly are August (average $331), September ($363), and October ($378), with the low season spanning July through October. The most expensive months are March (average $587), December ($557), and February ($535), with high season in January through March and December.",
        "methodology": "This 'good deal' estimate shows a representative best price for each departure date across roughly a 12-month window (about 3 months back and 9 months forward). It is built from real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, accumulated into a price history for each departure date. Rather than weighting all of that history equally, we apply exponential time decay so recent prices dominate — a price seen yesterday counts almost in full, one from about a month ago roughly a third, and prices from a few months back very little — giving a figure that tracks today's market instead of a stale long-run average. Clear price outliers are removed before any calculation, departure dates with no observations are filled in from nearby dates, and the resulting curve is lightly smoothed so it reads as a clean seasonal trend rather than day-to-day noise.",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "seasonal_prices"
        ]
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Orlando to Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "For the best fare from Orlando to Aguadilla, book 21 to 24 weeks in advance, when prices average around $406. Fares tend to rise sharply during the last few weeks before departure, so for summer travel (June–August) or holiday periods like Thanksgiving and Christmas, aim to book even earlier, around 24 weeks out, to avoid peak pricing.",
        "methodology": "This booking-window guidance is built from the same real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, re-grouped by how many days before departure each price was seen (from the departure day out to about 180 days ahead) across the route's price history. At each booking lead time we report the 25th-percentile price — the cheaper end of what travelers were quoted, rather than the rock-bottom minimum (which can be a fluke) or the average (which is pulled up by expensive last-minute fares). The buy-or-wait advice then applies a risk premium that grows as departure approaches, since seat availability shrinks and prices become less predictable; using that adjusted curve we flag windows where waiting is likely to save a meaningful amount (at least $20 or 5%) versus windows where booking now is the better call. Isolated single-day recommendations are filtered out, so the advice only reflects a window that holds for several days in a row.",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "booking_timing"
        ]
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Orlando to Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "Yes, overnight red-eye flights are available nonstop from Orlando (MCO) to Aguadilla (BQN). JetBlue operates daily red-eyes departing around 9:05 PM, 9:55 PM, and 10:59 PM, while Frontier runs daily red-eyes departing around 11:12 PM and 11:55 PM; all arrive the next morning.",
        "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "redeye_flights"
        ]
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Orlando to Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Orlando (MCO) to Aguadilla (BQN) are operated by JetBlue (B6) and Frontier (F9). JetBlue offers around 54 weekly flights with a median fare of about $544, while Frontier operates about 16 weekly flights with a median fare around $250.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled 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 count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
        "relevant": true,
        "toolsUsed": [
          "route_airlines"
        ]
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Orlando and Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities between Orlando and Aguadilla include San Juan, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale. San Juan offers frequent onward flights and a short final leg. Miami and Fort Lauderdale provide broad domestic connectivity and efficient connections, often keeping total travel time under six hours. U.S. citizens do not need a passport for Puerto Rico, so transit is seamless."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Orlando to Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance is generally decent, though afternoon thunderstorms at Orlando can cause delays. Early morning flights on JetBlue or Spirit tend to depart closer to schedule."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "Mid-December to April offers sunny, warm days and low rainfall, avoiding the summer heat and hurricane season."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Orlando to Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "For this domestic U.S. flight, bring a Real ID or passport matching your ticket, a payment method for baggage, and any required vaccination or health documents. No visa or proof of onward travel is needed."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "Aguadilla is served solely by Rafael Hernández Airport, which is the only airport in the city. It is located about 6 miles north of downtown and handles all commercial flights to the area."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Orlando Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Orlando to MCO, Lynx bus routes 11 and 51 offer the cheapest public transit in about 50–60 minutes. Shared shuttle vans and rideshares are popular and take 20–30 minutes. Taxis are pricier, and driving with on‑site parking is available."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Aguadilla airport?",
        "answer": "Aguadilla airport has no on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. Nearby hotels such as the Courtyard by Marriott Aguadilla and Holiday Inn Mayaguez & Tropical Casino are a short drive away, but no hotels are directly connected by a shuttle."
      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Rafael Hernandez Airport?",
        "answer": "Rafael Hernández Airport does not have currency exchange offices, dedicated prayer rooms, or chapels. Free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the passenger terminal."
      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Orlando and Aguadilla airports?",
        "answer": "Orlando International provides wheelchair assistance and the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program; a children’s play area is in the main terminal. Aguadilla’s Rafael Hernández Airport offers wheelchair assistance and accessible restrooms; contact your airline 48 hours ahead. No dedicated children’s play area is available, but the terminal is compact and family-friendly."
      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Orlando to Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Orlando (MCO) to Aguadilla (BQN) are operated by Frontier (F9) and JetBlue (B6), with the schedule data showing unspecified aircraft for Frontier and Airbus A320-100 for JetBlue. Connecting options via Newark, New York JFK, Fort Lauderdale, or White Plains typically use Boeing 737 MAX 9, Airbus A320-100, and Airbus A321-200 Neo, though exact types can vary by day and airline. Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these aircraft.",
        "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "route_aircraft"
        ]
      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Orlando?",
        "answer": "At Orlando International, the Delta Sky Club in Terminal B near gate 71 offers a full bar, seasonal food, and runway views. Access requires a same-day Delta business- or first-class ticket, SkyTeam Elite Plus status, or a qualifying credit card; day passes are not sold. The Club at MCO in Terminal A near gate 100 is an independent lounge accepting Priority Pass and day-pass purchases, with a buffet, bar, quiet area, and showers. The American Airlines Admirals Club in Terminal B near gate 55 serves eligible AAdvantage members, premium-cabin travelers, and day-pass buyers, with snacks, drinks, and workstations."
      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Orlando to Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules depend on the airline and fare class. On Orlando–Aguadilla flights, basic economy tickets often do not include a checked bag. Standard economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Orlando to Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "Flights from Orlando to Aguadilla typically offer only Economy seating; Premium Economy and flat-bed Business are not common on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies depend on the airline and fare type; flexible and premium cabin tickets typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy usually does not."
      },
      "q24": {
        "question": "What are the cheapest days and times to fly from Orlando to Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "The cheapest day to fly from Orlando to Aguadilla is Monday (avg $572), while Saturday is the most expensive (avg $703). The cheapest time of day to depart is late night (fares from $246), with the most expensive being midday (from $353).",
        "methodology": "The cheapest day of the week and time of day to depart are drawn from the same large sample of real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours, grouped by the day of the week and by the time-of-day window of the outbound departure, with the lowest and average price reported for each.",
        "relevant": true,
        "toolsUsed": [
          "departure_timing"
        ]
      },
      "q25": {
        "question": "What is a good price for a flight from Orlando to Aguadilla?",
        "answer": "A good price for a flight from Orlando to Aguadilla is anything under $339, which counts as a great deal, while the typical fare on this route is around $601.",
        "methodology": "The typical price, the lowest fare, a 'great deal' threshold, and how fares are spread across price bands are summarized from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours, with a small fraction of extreme outlier fares excluded from the range.",
        "relevant": true,
        "toolsUsed": [
          "price_context"
        ]
      }
    }
  }
}