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  "response": {
    "Key": "ORL-SAL",
    "orig": {
      "code": "ORL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Orlando",
      "fullCity": "Orlando, Florida",
      "airport": "Orlando Executive Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "SAL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San Salvador",
      "fullCity": "San Salvador, El Salvador",
      "airport": "Arnulfo Romero Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Orlando to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Orlando (MCO) to San Salvador (SAL) typically takes about 3 hours 5 minutes to 3 hours 20 minutes. With one stop, common layovers are in Miami, Atlanta, or Houston, and total travel time usually ranges from 5 hours 30 minutes to over 8 hours, depending on the connection duration. Return flights are similar in length. Airlines such as Spirit, Avianca, and American offer nonstop service, with flight times varying slightly by carrier."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Orlando to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are non‑stop flights from Orlando (MCO) to San Salvador (SAL) on two airlines: Avianca (AV) flies four days a week — Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday — with departures at 2:20 PM and 3:25 PM, while Frontier (F9) operates three days a week on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday with a 9:45 AM departure. The route is not daily, but combined they offer service on every day except Saturday.",
        "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "route_airlines",
          "flight_schedule"
        ]
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Orlando to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are visa requirements for travel from Orlando to San Salvador depending on your nationality. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for tourism or business stays up to 90 days but must have a valid U.S. passport and may be asked to show proof of onward travel. Travelers of other nationalities should check with the nearest Salvadoran consulate, as requirements vary. Note that El Salvador charges a tourist card fee of $12, often included in the airfare. For the return from San Salvador to Orlando, U.S. citizens only need their valid passport, while non-U.S. citizens must meet U.S. entry requirements, which may include a visa or ESTA under the Visa Waiver Program."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in San Salvador?",
        "answer": "From El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to downtown San Salvador, taxis and ride-share services like Uber are the most common and convenient options, taking about forty-five minutes to an hour depending on traffic. Official airport taxis are available at fixed rates, while ride-share apps offer competitive pricing and are widely used for safety and convenience. There is no direct mass transit from the airport to the city center; public buses exist but are not recommended for tourists due to safety concerns and limited reliability. Car rentals are available at the airport, but driving in San Salvador can be challenging due to congestion and road conditions. Most travelers rely on pre-arranged taxis or ride-share services for a secure and direct transfer."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Orlando to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "Based on seasonal price data, the cheapest months to fly from Orlando to San Salvador are April (average $419), March ($431), and May ($448), while the most expensive months are December (average $871), November ($622), and January ($543).",
        "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 San Salvador?",
        "answer": "For Orlando to San Salvador, the best fares are typically found when booking 11 to 14 weeks ahead, with an average price around $466, and the absolute lowest around 90 days out at $462. Last-minute bookings can climb to about $605, and holiday or peak summer periods may require even more lead time to avoid higher prices.",
        "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 San Salvador?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop red-eye flights from Orlando to San Salvador. However, connecting red-eye itineraries are available, such as an overnight Avianca flight departing Orlando around 11:40 PM and arriving in Bogotá at 2:45 AM, with a roughly 1 hour 40 minute layover before continuing to San Salvador.",
        "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 San Salvador?",
        "answer": "From Orlando (MCO) to San Salvador (SAL), Avianca (AV) and Frontier (F9) operate non‑stop flights. Avianca flies 8 times a week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday with a typical fare around $502, while Frontier offers 3 weekly flights on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday, though no fare data is available for Frontier.",
        "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 San Salvador?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities between Orlando and San Salvador include Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Houston, and Atlanta. These hubs offer frequent connections, competitive total travel times, and efficient transfers, with Miami and Fort Lauderdale providing especially short flight segments. No visa is needed for transit in any of these U.S. cities."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Orlando to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance is generally consistent, though afternoon thunderstorms in Orlando can cause delays. Early morning departures, particularly on Avianca, tend to have better punctuality."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "November to April offers dry, sunny weather with lower humidity and a break from the rainy season crowds."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Orlando to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months beyond your stay, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for baggage. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for tourism under 90 days. Real ID is not required for international flights. Check if vaccination certificates are needed for entry or re-entry."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in San Salvador?",
        "answer": "San Salvador is served by El Salvador International Airport (SAL), also known as Comalapa. It is the country's only international airport, located about 40 km south of downtown San Salvador. It handles all commercial flights for the capital and is a hub for Avianca. There are no other airports in the city for commercial flights."
      },
      "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 51 serves the area but may not be direct. Rideshare and taxis are the fastest and most popular, taking under 10 minutes and costing moderately. Shuttles are available through some hotels. Driving and parking are convenient with short-term lots, but costs add up for longer trips."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at San Salvador airport?",
        "answer": "San Salvador airport does not have on-site hotels or sleeping pods. Several nearby hotels offer shuttle service, including the Quality Hotel Real Aeropuerto and the Hotel Los Farallones, both about 5 minutes away."
      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Arnulfo Romero Airport?",
        "answer": "Arnulfo Romero International Airport (SAL) has a currency exchange office in the main terminal near arrivals, a small chapel on the upper level, and free Wi‑Fi available throughout the passenger terminal."
      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Orlando and San Salvador airports?",
        "answer": "Orlando International offers wheelchair assistance, accessible restrooms, TTY phones, and a children’s play area in the main terminal near the food court. San Salvador’s Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport provides wheelchair assistance and accessible facilities, but has no dedicated children’s play area. Request assistance at least 48 hours in advance through your airline."
      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Orlando to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "There is no nonstop service between Orlando (ORL) and San Salvador (SAL), so travelers connect through hubs like Houston (IAH), Miami (MIA), Bogotá (BOG), or Panama City (PTY). The most common long-leg aircraft on this route are the Boeing 737 MAX 9 (especially via IAH on United), the Boeing 737-800 (via MIA or PTY on American or Copa), and the Airbus A320-200 Neo (via BOG on Avianca), though the exact equipment can vary by day and airline. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these connecting 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 San Salvador?",
        "answer": "The nonstop schedule data shows Avianca (Star Alliance) and Frontier (no alliance) flying from Orlando (MCO) to San Salvador (SAL). Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but Avianca is the only alliance carrier operating nonstop.",
        "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, Terminal B features a Delta Sky Club and a United Club for eligible passengers with snacks, drinks and workspaces. The Club at MCO locations in Terminals A and B accept Priority Pass and sell day passes, offering buffet dining and showers. American Airlines does not operate a branded lounge here."
      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Orlando to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on Orlando to San Salvador flights depends on the airline and fare type. Basic economy often excludes a free checked bag, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer higher allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Orlando to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "Flights from Orlando to San Salvador typically offer Economy and may include flat-bed Business class, though Premium Economy is not common 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 allow same‑day changes or standby, but Basic Economy tickets generally do not."
      },
      "q24": {
        "question": "What are the cheapest days and times to fly from Orlando to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "Based on fare data, the cheapest day to fly from Orlando to San Salvador is Wednesday with an average price of $854, while Sunday is the most expensive at $968. The cheapest time of day to depart is late night, with fares starting at $407, though early morning is the most popular slot with 674 fares counted.",
        "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 San Salvador?",
        "answer": "A great deal on flights from Orlando to San Salvador is any fare under $499, while the typical price is around $736 based on recent data.",
        "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"
        ]
      }
    }
  }
}