{
  "response": {
    "Key": "CO-ES",
    "orig": {
      "code": "CO",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "Colombia"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "ES",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "Spain"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Colombia can I fly from to reach Spain?",
        "answer": "You can fly nonstop from Bogotá and Medellín to Madrid, and from Bogotá to Barcelona. Cali and Cartagena offer one-stop connections, often via Bogotá, Panama City, or Miami. Travellers from smaller cities usually connect domestically to Bogotá. Choice depends on proximity to a major airport, with Bogotá offering the most frequencies and Medellín sometimes providing lower fares. Peak seasons like Christmas and summer see higher prices, while midweek and off-peak travel can be cheaper."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Which airports in Spain are the best to fly into from Colombia?",
        "answer": "Madrid Barajas is the primary gateway from Colombia, offering the most direct flights and excellent connections across Spain by high-speed train or domestic flights. Barcelona El Prat also receives direct services and serves the northeast and Mediterranean coast well. For the south, consider flying into Malaga with a connection in Madrid."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Colombia to Spain?",
        "answer": "Direct flights from Bogotá to Madrid take about 9 to 10 hours eastbound and slightly less returning. From Medellín or Cali, one-stop itineraries via Bogotá or Miami typically take 12 to 15 hours. Flights to Barcelona usually require a connection, adding 2 to 4 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Colombia to Spain?",
        "answer": "Direct flights connect Colombia and Spain. Avianca flies from Bogotá to Madrid and Barcelona, while Iberia operates Bogotá to Madrid. Air Europa also serves Bogotá to Madrid. Flight time is roughly 10 hours. Other Colombian cities require connections via Bogotá or other hubs."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "Which airports in Colombia are usually cheapest for flying to Spain?",
        "answer": "Bogotá El Dorado is typically the cheapest Colombian departure point for Spain because it hosts the most direct flights by Avianca and Iberia plus extensive one-stop competition. Medellín can offer comparable fares on some dates but usually requires a connection in Bogotá or a US or European hub."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Colombia to Spain?",
        "answer": "Avianca, Iberia and Air Europa fly non-stop. One-stop options include LATAM, Copa, American and Delta via their hubs."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombia to Spain?",
        "answer": "Flying from Bogotá to Madrid is generally cheapest on Tuesdays, with Friday and Saturday departures tending to be the most expensive; evening and late-night flights often offer the lowest fares, while midday departures are pricier. For the best combination, aim for a Tuesday evening or late-night departure, and avoid peak holiday periods like Christmas, New Year's, Easter (Semana Santa), and the summer vacation months of July and August when demand from both Colombia and Spain drives prices higher.",
        "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."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Do I need a visa to travel from Colombia to Spain?",
        "answer": "Colombian passport holders do not need a visa for short stays up to 90 days in Spain for tourism or business, as Spain is part of the Schengen Area. Entry requirements can vary based on nationality and purpose, so always verify with Spanish authorities before travelling."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "How easy is it to travel within Spain after I arrive?",
        "answer": "Spain has a fast high-speed train network connecting major cities, plus domestic flights and extensive bus services. Arriving in Madrid or Barcelona gives the best connections to other regions, while smaller airports may require a transfer to reach these hubs."
      }
    }
  }
}