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      "code": "BOG",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Bogotá",
      "fullCity": "Bogotá, Colombia",
      "airport": "El Dorado Intl Airport"
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      "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 Bogotá to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Bogotá (BOG) to San Salvador (SAL) typically takes around 3 hours. The return flight from San Salvador to Bogotá is similar, usually about 3 hours as well. Connecting flights, often via Panama City, extend total travel time to roughly 5 to 7 hours."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Bogotá to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "Visa requirements depend on your nationality. Colombian citizens can visit El Salvador visa-free for up to 90 days. Salvadoran citizens can visit Colombia visa-free for up to 90 days. Other nationalities should check with the respective embassies, as requirements vary."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in San Salvador?",
        "answer": "At San Salvador's El Salvador International Airport (SAL), taxis are the most common and fastest way to reach the city center, taking about 40 minutes. Official airport taxis are available outside the terminal; it's safest to use these or arrange a ride through your hotel. Ride-share services like Uber operate in the area but may have limited pickup zones at the airport. Public buses are a budget option but are slower and less comfortable, with no direct rail link. Car rentals are available from major agencies if you prefer to drive yourself.",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-18T11:49:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/City_Airport_Train",
            "title": "City Airport Train",
            "time_published": "2026-05-28T15:36:05Z"
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            "title": "City Airport Train",
            "time_published": "2026-03-03T11:01:10Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_airport_rail_link_systems",
            "title": "List of airport rail link systems",
            "time_published": "2026-06-20T23:01:07Z"
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Bogotá to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "No nonstop red‑eye flights operate from Bogotá to San Salvador, but connecting overnight itineraries are available. One option departs Bogotá at 11:25 PM on Avianca, arriving in Guatemala City at 1:40 AM (early hours) before continuing to San Salvador after a layover. Another departs at 10:40 PM on Avianca via San José, landing at 11:55 PM the same night, and a Copa routing via Panama City departs at 10:28 PM and arrives at 11:34 PM the same night.",
        "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 Bogotá to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "Avianca operates nonstop flights from Bogotá to San Salvador with 42 weekly flights, offering multiple daily departures at various times. The typical median fare for Avianca on this route is not provided in the available data.",
        "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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      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Bogotá and San Salvador?",
        "answer": "Common layovers include Panama City, San José and Miami. Panama City offers broad connections via Copa Airlines, San José provides efficient transfers with Avianca, and Miami serves as a major hub for multiple carriers, though US transit may require a visa for some travelers."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Bogotá to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance is generally consistent, though afternoon thunderstorms in Bogotá can cause delays. Early morning flights on Avianca typically offer the best punctuality."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "November to April offers dry, sunny days and comfortable temperatures, avoiding the rainy season crowds."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Bogotá to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months and proof of onward or return travel. Colombian citizens do not need a visa for El Salvador, but verify if any health documents or vaccination certificates are required. Have a payment method for baggage and check for any Central American travel authorization updates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in San Salvador?",
        "answer": "San Salvador has one main international airport, El Salvador International Airport (SAL), located about 40 km southeast of downtown. It serves all commercial flights to the city."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to El Dorado Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Bogotá, the most popular and cost-effective option is the TransMilenio bus rapid transit system, with the K86 feeder route connecting Portal Eldorado station directly to the airport terminals. Taxis and ride‑share services are widely available and faster, though more expensive, with authorized taxis offering fixed fares from the city center. Driving and parking are possible with several on‑site lots, but traffic can be heavy. Shuttle buses are not a common dedicated service, but some hotels offer private transfers.",
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            "time_published": "2024-11-14T16:54:41Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-01-14T10:39:20Z"
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      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at San Salvador airport?",
        "answer": "San Salvador Airport (SAL) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. Overnight sleepers are restricted to the Main Hall, where seating is limited, so bringing a sleeping bag or blanket is recommended. Nearby hotels offer free shuttle service for uninterrupted sleep.",
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/usa/saltlakecity.htm",
            "title": "Salt Lake City Airport Guide (SLC) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-05-29T21:57:18Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-05-07T18:46:07Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Bogotá to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Bogotá to San Salvador are typically operated with Boeing 737 MAX 8 or Airbus A320-100 aircraft, both flown by Avianca. On connecting itineraries, the most common long-leg aircraft are the 737 MAX 8 and 737-700 (via Panama City on Copa) and the A320-200neo or A320-100 (via San José or Guatemala City on Avianca). The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and Wi‑Fi plus seatback entertainment are widely available on these modern narrowbody types.",
        "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 Bogotá to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "Avianca (AV) is the only airline with nonstop service from Bogotá to San Salvador, operating up to 42 weekly flights. Avianca is a Star Alliance member, so Star Alliance is the sole alliance serving this route nonstop. Other alliances may offer connecting itineraries, but no other carrier flies the route directly.",
        "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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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Bogotá?",
        "answer": "El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá has several lounges in Terminal 1: the El Dorado Lounge (International Departures, near Gate A8) is a large, modern space with showers, spa services, a cinema, and a Gold Museum exhibit — accessible via Priority Pass, LoungeKey, or by paying at the door, though hot food may cost extra. The Avianca Gold Lounge (International) and Avianca Lounge (Domestic) are the airline's own branded lounges for eligible business class, Star Alliance Gold, and Avianca Lifemiles elite members. Copa Club (International) serves Copa Airlines business class and Star Alliance Gold passengers. Terminal 2 houses the Harmony Lounge, available to certain airline passengers and membership programs. If you're flying international, the El Dorado Lounge is the most widely accessible independent option.",
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            "title": "American Express Lounges at El Dorado International Airport | Amex US",
            "time_published": "2026-05-05T00:00:00Z"
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Bogotá to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "On flights from Bogotá to San Salvador, baggage rules differ by airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets often exclude a checked bag, while standard international economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium fares offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Bogotá to San Salvador?",
        "answer": "On this route you'll typically find Economy and standard Business class recliners; flat‑bed seats are uncommon, and Premium Economy is generally not offered."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare class; flexible and premium tickets often allow same-day changes or standby, while basic economy typically does not."
      }
    }
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