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    "orig": {
      "code": "AUS",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Austin",
      "fullCity": "Austin, Texas",
      "airport": "Bergstrom Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "SJD",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San José del Cabo",
      "fullCity": "San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur",
      "airport": "Los Cabos Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Austin to San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Austin (AUS) to San José del Cabo (SJD) typically takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes. Flights with a layover, often through Dallas or Houston, usually take between 5 and 7 hours total."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Austin to San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are direct flights from Austin to San José del Cabo. American Airlines, Delta, and Southwest all operate non‑stop service — American runs about 29 flights a week daily, Delta flies twice daily, and Southwest offers about 10 flights a week on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Typical fares on the route range from around $506 on Southwest to roughly $688 on American.",
        "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.",
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      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Austin to San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "Yes, visa requirements apply. For U.S. citizens traveling from Austin to San José del Cabo, no visa is needed for tourist stays up to 180 days, but a valid passport is required. For Mexican citizens traveling to the U.S., a visa is generally required unless they hold a valid U.S. visa or are eligible for the Visa Waiver Program, which Mexico is not part of. Non-citizens should check requirements based on their nationality for both Mexico and the U.S."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "At San José del Cabo Airport, the primary ground transportation options are shared shuttle vans, private SUVs and vans, and rental cars, with taxis also available. There is no train or mass transit system connecting the airport to the city center, so shuttles and private transfers are the most common choices. Shared shuttles are the most widely used option, offering a good balance of cost and convenience, while private transportation provides a faster and more comfortable ride. Rental cars are available if you plan to explore beyond the city, but parking rates apply. Overall, shared shuttles are the most popular way to get from the airport to the city center.",
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            "title": "SJD Airport FBO | San Jose del Cabo International Airport FBO",
            "time_published": "2026-02-06T19:42:42Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.loscabosairport.com/transportation-parking-parking/",
            "title": "Cabo Airport Parking | Short Term, Long Term Parking at SJD Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-02-06T19:42:21Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shuttle_bus",
            "title": "Shuttle bus",
            "time_published": "2026-05-16T17:00:50Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/City_Airport_Train",
            "title": "City Airport Train",
            "time_published": "2026-05-28T15:36:05Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.loscabosairport.com/",
            "title": "Home - San José del Cabo International Airport - SJD",
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      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Austin to San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Austin to San José del Cabo are September, April, and February, with average fares around $556, $566, and $573 respectively. The most expensive months are June, May, and July, where average fares climb to $706, $658, and $658.",
        "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.",
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      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Austin to San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "The optimal booking window for flights from Austin to San José del Cabo is 4 to 6 weeks before departure, with an average fare around $573 during that period. Booking exactly 40 days out can save a bit more, at about $567, while last-minute tickets can spike to $821. For summer and holiday travel, it's wise to book a little earlier, as demand tends to push prices up closer to departure.",
        "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.",
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Austin to San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights operate from Austin to San José del Cabo — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red‑eye long leg are scheduled on this route.",
        "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.",
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      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Austin to San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "American, Delta, and Southwest all fly non-stop from Austin to San José del Cabo. American operates around 29 weekly flights, Delta about 14, and Southwest roughly 10 on select days. Typical median fares are about $688 on American, $679 on Delta, and $506 on Southwest.",
        "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Austin and San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, Denver and Phoenix. These hubs offer frequent flights from Austin and provide efficient connections, keeping total travel time competitive while avoiding long detours."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Austin to San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "On-time performance is generally dependable, but afternoon thunderstorms in Austin can cause delays. Booking an early morning departure with Southwest or American improves your chances of leaving on time."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "November to April offers sunny, warm days with low humidity and smaller crowds outside holiday weeks."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Austin to San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "Bring a valid U.S. passport; no visa is required for tourist stays under 180 days, but you must have proof of onward or return travel. A payment method for checked bags and any required vaccination certificates are also recommended."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "San José del Cabo is served by Los Cabos International Airport, the only commercial airport in the area, located about 11 km north of downtown and convenient for both San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Bergstrom Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Austin, you can reach Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) via Capital Metro bus route 20, which offers an affordable public transit option, though it takes about 30–45 minutes. Ride-share services like Uber and Lyft are widely available and are the most popular choice, providing a direct trip in roughly 15–25 minutes, while taxis offer a similar service at a slightly higher cost. Driving yourself is straightforward with on-site parking, but downtown traffic can add time. The fastest option is typically ride-share or taxi, especially during non-peak hours.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melbourne_Airport_Rail",
            "title": "Melbourne Airport Rail",
            "time_published": "2026-07-03T07:03:34Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melbourne%20Airport%20Rail",
            "title": "Melbourne Airport Rail",
            "time_published": "2026-04-04T08:44:38Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.adelaideairport.com.au/parking-transport/transport-options/",
            "title": "Departures at Adelaide Airport | Parking, Transport & Facilities",
            "time_published": "2026-06-08T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://corporate.adelaideairport.com.au/work-and-operate-at-adelaide-airport/operating-at-adelaide-airport/ground-transportation-hub/maps-locations/",
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            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at San José del Cabo airport?",
        "answer": "San José del Cabo Airport (SJD) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminals. For uninterrupted sleep, several hotels are located near the airport, though they are not directly connected by shuttle and require a short taxi or ride-share. The airport's three terminals have no dedicated rest zones, and all services close overnight, so planning ahead for nearby accommodations is recommended.",
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/san-jose-airport-guide-us.htm",
            "title": "San Jose Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2025-06-05T00:00:00Z"
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            "title": "Sendai Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2024-08-26T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/mexico/baja-california-sur/san-jose-del-cabo/activities/san_jose_del_cabo_to_los_cabos_airport_sjd_departure_transfer-X013MA?property=SJDWV",
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            "url": "https://www.loscabosairport.com/sjd-airport-fbo/",
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            "url": "https://www.loscabosairport.com/transportation-parking-parking/",
            "title": "Cabo Airport Parking | Short Term, Long Term Parking at SJD Airport",
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            "title": "Los Cabos Airport Guide",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Austin to San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "There is no nonstop service between Austin (AUS) and San José del Cabo (SJD), so all flights require a connection. The most common aircraft on the longer leg are the Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320-100, and Boeing 737 MAX 8, typically connecting through Houston (IAH), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), or Phoenix (PHX) on United, American, or Southwest. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and while many of these narrow-body jets offer Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment, the specific amenities depend on the carrier and individual aircraft configuration.",
        "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.",
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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Austin to San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "American Airlines (oneworld), Delta Air Lines (SkyTeam), and Southwest Airlines (no alliance) fly nonstop from Austin to San José del Cabo. Southwest is the notable unaffiliated carrier on this route.",
        "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Austin?",
        "answer": "Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) offers the United Club in the main terminal near Gate 22, accessible to United Club members, business class passengers, and Star Alliance Gold elites, featuring complimentary snacks, drinks, and Wi-Fi. The American Airlines Admirals Club is located near Gate 22 as well, open to Admirals Club members, first/business class travelers, and oneworld Sapphire/Emerald elites, with similar amenities including a full bar and light bites. Delta does not operate a Sky Club at AUS, so eligible Delta passengers may use the United or American lounges through reciprocal agreements if applicable, or rely on the airport's common seating areas. No independent lounges like Priority Pass or Plaza Premium are currently available at this airport.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-au/articles/life-with-amex/travel/airport-lounges/melbourne",
            "title": "Lounges with Amex at Melbourne Airport | AMEX AU",
            "time_published": "2025-09-15T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Austin to San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on Austin to San José del Cabo flights depends on the airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets are restrictive and may not include a checked bag, while standard international economy fares typically include one free checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins usually offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Austin to San José del Cabo?",
        "answer": "Flights from Austin to San José del Cabo usually feature Economy, often Premium Economy, and Business class with flat-bed seats on select airlines."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium cabin tickets generally allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy fares typically do not."
      }
    }
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