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    "orig": {
      "code": "CEB",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Cebu",
      "fullCity": "Cebu, Philippines",
      "airport": "Mactan Cebu Intl Airport"
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      "code": "DVO",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Davao",
      "fullCity": "Davao, Philippines",
      "airport": "Francisco Bangoy Intl Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Cebu to Davao?",
        "answer": "A direct flight from Cebu (CEB) to Davao (DVO) typically takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes. The return flight also takes roughly the same time, and there is no significant difference in duration between airlines serving this route."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Cebu to Davao?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of direct flights from Cebu to Davao — four airlines operate the route non‑stop. Cebu Pacific (5J) and Philippine Airlines (PR) each run 56 weekly flights, both daily, while AirAsia Philippines (Z2) adds 18 weekly flights also daily, and Qatar Airways (QR) flies three times a week on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Together they offer over 130 non‑stop departures a week, so you can find a flight at almost any time of day.",
        "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. 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. 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. 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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      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Cebu to Davao?",
        "answer": "This is a domestic flight entirely within the Philippines, so no visa or travel authorization is required for travel between Cebu and Davao. Travelers must carry valid government-issued identification, such as a passport or Philippine national ID. Foreign nationals already lawfully in the Philippines do not need additional visas for this domestic route."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Davao?",
        "answer": "At Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO), taxis are the primary and most-used ground transport into Davao City center, with metered fares typically around ₱300–₱500 for the 15–30 minute ride. Ride-sharing apps like Grab are also available and widely preferred for their fixed pricing and convenience. Car rentals are an option at the airport, though less common for short city transfers. No direct mass transit connects the airport to the city, but jeepneys and buses can be reached with a short walk to the main road for budget travel. Taxis and Grab offer the fastest and most reliable door-to-door service.",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-26T15:03:35Z"
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            "time_published": "2024-09-18T14:44:52Z"
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            "title": "List of the busiest airports in the Philippines",
            "time_published": "2026-04-25T10:09:26Z"
          }
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Cebu to Davao?",
        "answer": "Red-eye flights are available nonstop from Cebu to Davao. Philippine Airlines operates a daily red-eye departing at 9:30 PM, and AirAsia Z2 runs one four nights a week (Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun) at 10:25 PM. Both flights are late-evening departures and, on a short domestic hop, arrive 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 Cebu to Davao?",
        "answer": "Cebu Pacific (5J), Philippine Airlines (PR), and AirAsia (Z2) fly non‑stop from Cebu to Davao, with Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines each offering 56 weekly flights and AirAsia 18. Qatar Airways (QR) also operates three weekly flights on this route, though those are tag‑on segments from its Doha service. Specific fare data isn’t provided for this domestic route, but competition among the three main carriers keeps prices generally affordable.",
        "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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      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Cebu to Davao?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance is generally good, though afternoon thunderstorms can cause delays. Early morning flights on Cebu Pacific or Philippine Airlines tend to be more reliable."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Davao?",
        "answer": "December to May is ideal, offering dry, sunny weather and pleasant temperatures."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Cebu to Davao?",
        "answer": "Bring a government-issued photo ID like a passport or Philippine national ID, your booking reference, and a payment method for baggage; no visa or vaccination certificates are required for domestic flights."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Davao?",
        "answer": "Davao has only one commercial airport, Francisco Bangoy International Airport, which serves all domestic and international flights to the city."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Mactan Cebu Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From Cebu City center, the most popular way to reach Mactan-Cebu International Airport is by taxi or ride-share (Grab), which takes about 30–45 minutes depending on traffic and is the fastest door-to-door option. Public buses (MyBus) also serve the airport from major malls like SM City Cebu and Ayala Center, offering a cheaper alternative with similar travel time, though less frequent. Hotel shuttles and private car services are available, and driving yourself is possible with both short-term and long-term parking at the airport.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mactan%E2%80%93Cebu%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Mactan–Cebu International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-15T02:35:34Z"
          },
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            "time_published": "2026-07-05T23:09:25Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation%20in%20Metro%20Cebu",
            "title": "Transportation in Metro Cebu",
            "time_published": "2026-03-13T13:34:16Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_Metro_Cebu",
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            "time_published": "2026-06-15T20:23:35Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cebu%20Strait",
            "title": "Cebu Strait",
            "time_published": "2023-12-01T09:51:15Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Davao airport?",
        "answer": "Davao Airport does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. There are no dedicated sleeping areas or rest zones inside the terminal, though overnight sleepers manage with the available seating. Nearby hotels like the DusitD2 Davao and Waterfront Insular Hotel offer shuttle service for a fee, providing convenient off-airport accommodation.",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-26T15:03:35Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/davao-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Davao Airport Guide (DVO) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2018-08-08T18:29:10Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/philippines/bohol/panglao-island/activities/private_departure_transfer_city_based_hotel_to_panglao_airport_tagbilaran_port-X0H6V7",
            "title": "Private Departure Transfer: City Based Hotel to Panglao Airport/ Tagbilaran Port",
            "time_published": "2026-02-24T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://airpaz.com/en/airports/francisco-bangoy-international-airport-dvo",
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Francisco Bangoy Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO) offers currency exchange services, with booths available in the pre-departure area of the terminal. A chapel is located on the second floor of the passenger terminal for prayer and reflection. Free Wi‑Fi is provided throughout the airport, accessible via the 'DavaoAirportFreeWiFi' network.",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Cebu to Davao?",
        "answer": "On nonstop flights from Cebu to Davao, the De Havilland Canada DHC-8 Dash 8 turboprop is a confirmed type, operated by PAL Express. Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, AirAsia Philippines, and Qatar Airways also fly the route nonstop, though the specific aircraft for those carriers aren't publicly listed — typical domestic Philippine service would use narrowbody jets like the Airbus A320 family or ATR turboprops, but the exact model can vary by day and airline. Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on modern narrowbody aircraft, though availability differs by carrier.",
        "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. 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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      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Cebu to Davao?",
        "answer": "The only global alliance on nonstop Cebu–Davao flights is oneworld, via Qatar Airways. Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, and AirAsia Philippines — the other nonstop carriers — do not belong to any major alliance.",
        "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 Cebu?",
        "answer": "Mactan–Cebu International Airport has two Plaza Premium Lounges: one in Terminal 1 (domestic, airside, open 24 hours) and one in Terminal 2 (international, after immigration). Both offer complimentary Wi‑Fi, hot food, and a quiet seating area; the Terminal 2 lounge also features premium spirits and beer/wine, plus showers for a fee. Access is available to business‑class passengers, Priority Pass and American Express Platinum cardholders, or by paying for a day pass online. The Terminal 2 lounge is the only lounge in the international departures area.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Cebu to Davao?",
        "answer": "Baggage policies differ by airline and fare type. On Cebu–Davao domestic flights, basic fares often exclude checked baggage, while standard fares typically include one checked bag. A carry‑on bag is usually permitted, but size and weight limits apply."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Cebu to Davao?",
        "answer": "On this domestic route, Economy is standard, while Premium Economy and flat‑bed Business are not common."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible tickets and premium cabins may allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares usually do not."
      }
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