{
  "response": {
    "Key": "ORL-CLO",
    "orig": {
      "code": "ORL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Orlando",
      "fullCity": "Orlando, Florida",
      "airport": "Orlando Executive Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "CLO",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Cali",
      "fullCity": "Cali, Colombia",
      "airport": "Alfonso Bonilla Aragon Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Orlando to Cali?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Orlando (MCO) to Cali (CLO). A one-stop flight typically takes between 6 and 9 hours, depending on the layover city. Common layovers include Bogotá (BOG), Miami (MIA), and Panama City (PTY). Flights via Bogotá are often the shortest, with total travel times around 6 to 7 hours. Return flights from Cali to Orlando have similar durations."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Orlando to Cali?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Orlando (ORL) to Cali (CLO). The shortest connecting routings typically go through Bogotá (BOG) on Avianca, with the long leg from Orlando to Bogotá taking about 4 hours 5 minutes and the short leg to Cali about 1 hour 5 minutes, for a total travel time of roughly 7.5 to 8.5 hours including a layover of around 75–175 minutes. Copa via Panama City (PTY) and American via Miami (MIA) are other common one-stop options.",
        "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 Cali?",
        "answer": "Yes, visa requirements depend on your nationality. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for tourist stays up to 90 days but must hold a valid passport with at least one blank page. Colombian citizens need a valid U.S. visa or ESTA to enter the United States, but no visa to enter Colombia. Other nationals should check both U.S. and Colombian entry requirements based on their passport."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Cali?",
        "answer": "From Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) in Cali, the primary ground transportation options are taxis, ride-share services, and car rentals. There is no direct mass transit link from the airport to the city center. Official airport taxis are available outside the terminal and offer a fixed-rate fare to central Cali, taking about twenty to thirty minutes depending on traffic. They are safe, reliable, and the most used option. Ride-share apps like Uber and Didi operate in Cali but may face some restrictions near the airport, so pickup points can be slightly away from the arrivals area. Car rentals are available but driving in Cali can be challenging for visitors due to aggressive traffic and limited parking. Private shuttle services can be pre-arranged for comfort. For most travelers, official taxis are the recommended and most convenient choice."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Orlando to Cali?",
        "answer": "Based on seasonal price data, the cheapest months to fly from Orlando to Cali are April (around $434), March ($444), and May ($465), while the most expensive months are December (around $722), January ($602), and November ($508).",
        "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 Cali?",
        "answer": "For flights from Orlando to Cali, the optimal booking window is roughly 8 to 11 weeks before departure, with average fares around $520. The cheapest fares appear about 60 days out at $516, while booking too early (over 130 days) can push prices above $600. During summer and holiday periods, demand may shorten the ideal window slightly, so aim for 10-14 weeks ahead for those peak travel times.",
        "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 Cali?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop red-eye flights from Orlando to Cali, but connecting overnight options exist via Bogotá on Avianca, with the long leg departing Orlando (MCO) around 11:40 PM and arriving in Bogotá at 2:45 AM, followed by a roughly 2.5-hour layover before the onward flight to Cali.",
        "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 Cali?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Orlando to Cali. The airlines that commonly operate this route with one stop include Avianca (via Bogotá), Copa Airlines (via Panama City), LATAM (via Bogotá), and American Airlines (via Miami).",
        "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "route_airlines"
        ]
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Orlando and Cali?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities between Orlando and Cali include Miami, Bogotá, and Panama City. Miami offers frequent connections and efficient transfers as a major hub for Latin American flights. Bogotá is the primary gateway to Colombia with numerous onward flights to Cali. Panama City provides broad connections via Copa Airlines and visa‑free transit for many nationalities."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Orlando to Cali?",
        "answer": "On-time performance is generally moderate, with afternoon thunderstorms in Orlando often causing delays. Early morning flights on carriers like Avianca or Copa tend to be more punctual. If connecting, Panama City's Tocumen Airport has decent on-time stats for Copa flights."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Cali?",
        "answer": "December to March and July to August are driest and most pleasant, with fewer crowds outside major holidays."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Orlando to Cali?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, a completed Check-Mig form, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage, and any required vaccination certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Cali?",
        "answer": "Cali is served by Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO), the city's only commercial airport. It is located about 16 km northeast of downtown Cali, near Palmira. The airport handles all domestic and international flights for the region, with airlines such as Avianca, LATAM, and Copa offering connections. No other airport serves Cali."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Orlando Executive Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "Orlando Executive Airport is about 3 miles east of downtown. Public transit is limited; Lynx bus route 51 runs nearby but is slow. Rideshare and taxis are the most popular, taking under 10 minutes. Shuttles are available through some hotels. Driving and parking on-site is convenient and affordable."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Cali airport?",
        "answer": "Cali's Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. Nearby hotels such as Hotel Las Mercedes and Hotel San Fernando are a short drive away, but none offer a direct shuttle service; taxis or ride-shares are required."
      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Alfonso Bonilla Aragon Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport has a currency exchange office in the international arrivals area, a Catholic chapel on the second floor of the terminal, and free Wi‑Fi available throughout the airport."
      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Orlando and Cali airports?",
        "answer": "Orlando International Airport (MCO) provides wheelchair assistance, accessible restrooms, and a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program; children’s play areas are in Airside 2 and 4. Request mobility help through your airline at least 48 hours before departure. Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) in Cali offers wheelchair assistance and accessible facilities; children’s play areas are limited. Book assistance in advance via your airline."
      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Orlando to Cali?",
        "answer": "There is no nonstop service from Orlando (ORL) to Cali (CLO); the most common connecting aircraft on the long leg are the Airbus A320-200 Neo (via Bogotá on Avianca), the Boeing 737-800 (via Panama City on Copa), and the Airbus A320-100 (via Bogotá on LATAM), with Boeing 737 MAX 8 and MAX 9 also appearing on some connections. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but these narrow-body types dominate the one-stop itineraries.",
        "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"
        ]
      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Orlando to Cali?",
        "answer": "The Orlando to Cali route has no nonstop service, but one-stop itineraries are operated by Avianca and Copa (both Star Alliance), American Airlines (oneworld), and LATAM, which is a major carrier on this route that belongs to no global alliance.",
        "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "route_airlines"
        ]
      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Orlando?",
        "answer": "At Orlando International Airport, the Delta Sky Club in Terminal B (near gate 71) and the American Airlines Admirals Club in Terminal B (near gate 55) are available. Both offer complimentary snacks, drinks, Wi‑Fi, and workspaces. Access requires a same‑day boarding pass with the respective airline plus eligible fare class, elite status, or lounge membership; day passes are sold only with eligible tickets. The Club at MCO in Terminal A (near gate 1) is an independent lounge accepting Priority Pass and selling day passes, featuring a full bar and light meals."
      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Orlando to Cali?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules depend on the airline and fare class. Basic economy fares often do not include a checked bag and may restrict carry‑on to a personal item only. Standard international economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on, plus a personal item. Premium cabins offer higher allowances. Always confirm with the operating airline."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Orlando to Cali?",
        "answer": "Flights from Orlando to Cali usually feature Economy and may include Premium Economy on certain airlines, while flat-bed Business class is uncommon on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium cabin tickets often permit same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy typically does not."
      }
    }
  }
}