{
  "response": {
    "Key": "COK-USNY",
    "orig": {
      "code": "COK",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Ernakulam",
      "fullCity": "Ernakulam, India",
      "airport": "Cochin Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "USNY",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "New York",
      "fullRegion": "New York, United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in New York can I fly to directly or with one stop from Ernakulam?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Ernakulam to New York. Common one-stop routes connect via hubs like Dubai, Doha, or Mumbai to New York JFK or Newark. For Manhattan and Brooklyn, JFK is convenient; Newark serves New Jersey and western Manhattan; LaGuardia is closer to the city but mostly domestic, so not typical for this route."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Ernakulam to New York?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Ernakulam to New York. A typical one-stop itinerary via major hubs like Dubai or Doha takes 19 to 22 hours, while connections through European cities can run 22 to 25 hours. Westbound flights to New York are often shorter due to tailwinds, whereas eastbound returns can be 1 to 2 hours longer."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Ernakulam to New York?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Ernakulam to New York. Common one-stop routings connect through major Middle Eastern hubs like Dubai on Emirates or Doha on Qatar Airways, or through Indian gateway cities such as Mumbai or Delhi on airlines like Air India. Total travel time typically ranges from 19 to 24 hours depending on layover duration."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Ernakulam to New York?",
        "answer": "No non-stops from COK to NYC. Common one-stop airlines: Emirates via DXB, Qatar via DOH, Etihad via AUH, Air India via DEL/BOM."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Ernakulam to New York?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Ernakulam (COK) to New York are typically February, March, and September, avoiding the summer peak and winter holidays. Book 2–3 months ahead, favor midweek departures, and consider red-eye flights for lower fares."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Ernakulam to New York?",
        "answer": "For flights from Ernakulam to New York, book 8 to 12 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, especially for winter holidays and summer peak season, while shoulder months like September or late January can often be booked 4 to 6 weeks out."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Ernakulam to New York?",
        "answer": "As a U.S. citizen traveling from Ernakulam, India to New York, you need a valid U.S. passport to re-enter the United States. No visa is required for U.S. citizens returning home, but your passport should be valid at the time of entry."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in New York are best to fly into from Ernakulam?",
        "answer": "From Ernakulam, most connecting flights arrive at New York JFK, which offers the widest range of international arrivals and easy access to Manhattan. Newark Liberty is a strong alternative, especially for points west of the Hudson, while LaGuardia primarily serves domestic routes and is not a typical arrival point from India. JFK generally has more one-stop options via Middle Eastern or European hubs."
      }
    }
  }
}