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    "Key": "CHI-CTG",
    "orig": {
      "code": "CHI",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Chicago",
      "fullCity": "Chicago, Illinois",
      "airport": "Dupage County"
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    "dest": {
      "code": "CTG",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Cartagena",
      "fullCity": "Cartagena, Colombia",
      "airport": "Rafael Nuñez Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Chicago to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Chicago to Cartagena. The most common one-stop itineraries connect through Miami or Panama City; total travel time typically ranges from 7 to 9 hours, with Miami routings often being shorter. Return flights can be slightly longer due to headwinds and layover durations."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Chicago to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "No, there is no nonstop service from Chicago to Cartagena. The shortest connecting routings are via Miami on American Airlines (about 7h 36m total) or via Bogotá on Avianca (about 10h 30m), with several daily one-stop options available.",
        "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 Chicago to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Yes, visa requirements apply for travel from Chicago to Cartagena. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for tourist stays up to 90 days. Non-U.S. citizens should check Colombian visa rules based on their nationality; many nationalities also enjoy visa-free access, while others require a visa. For the return from Cartagena to Chicago, Colombian citizens need a U.S. visa or ESTA under the Visa Waiver Program. Other nationalities must meet U.S. entry requirements based on their citizenship."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "September is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Cartagena, with average fares around $469, followed by April ($472) and May ($494). December is the most expensive month, averaging $777, with March and July also on the higher end above $550.",
        "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 Chicago to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "For flights from Chicago to Cartagena, the optimal booking window is roughly 6 to 9 weeks before departure, when average fares are around $557. Booking about 7 weeks out can score the lowest prices near $555, while waiting until the last minute or booking more than 5 months ahead pushes fares above $600–$700. Peak summer and holiday periods likely require booking earlier within that window to avoid steeper price hikes.",
        "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 Chicago to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Overnight red-eye flights from Chicago to Cartagena are available as connecting itineraries via Bogotá. The overnight leg is operated by Avianca, departing Chicago O'Hare at 11:20 PM and arriving in Bogotá at 5:30 AM, with a roughly 2-hour-45-minute layover before the onward flight to Cartagena.",
        "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 Chicago to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Chicago to Cartagena. Common one-stop routings include American Airlines via Miami (around 9 daily connections), Avianca via Bogotá (around 9 daily), and Copa Airlines via Panama City (around 5 daily). JetBlue also offers a couple of connecting options via New York JFK or Fort Lauderdale. No per-carrier fares are available for these connecting patterns.",
        "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 Chicago and Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Common layovers include Miami, Panama City, Bogotá and Fort Lauderdale. Miami offers abundant flights and short onward duration. Panama City’s Tocumen hub provides seamless connections and visa‑free transit for many. Bogotá is a major gateway with extensive Colombian network, while Fort Lauderdale can offer competitive fares and efficient transfers."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Chicago to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "On-time performance is generally good, though afternoon storms in Chicago can cause delays. Early flights, particularly on American Airlines, are more reliable."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "December to April offers dry, sunny weather with lower humidity, making it the most comfortable time to explore."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Chicago to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for baggage. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for tourism stays under 90 days, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required if arriving from certain countries."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Cartagena has only one airport, Rafael Núñez International Airport, located just 5 km north of the historic walled city and popular tourist areas."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Cartagena airport?",
        "answer": "Cartagena's Rafael Núñez International Airport does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. Several nearby hotels offer shuttle service for uninterrupted sleep, though they are not directly connected to the terminal. The airport has comfortable seating in the main terminal where travelers sometimes rest, but no dedicated sleeping facilities are available.",
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/south-america/colombia/cartagena/activities/cartagena_private_vip_airport_transportation_ctg-XTRQGB",
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            "title": "Hotel in Cartagena with beautiful views of the Caribbean | Boutique - Meetings",
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Rafael Nuñez Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Rafael Núñez International Airport offers currency exchange offices and free Wi‑Fi, though a dedicated prayer room or chapel isn't mentioned in available information. ATMs are available for cash needs, and the Wi‑Fi is accessible throughout the terminal. Specific terminal locations for these services aren't detailed, but they are typical in the main passenger areas.",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Chicago to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "There is no nonstop service from Chicago to Cartagena, so all flights connect. The most common aircraft on the longer connecting leg are the Airbus A320-200 Neo (via Bogotá on Avianca), the Airbus A321-100 (via Miami on American), and the Boeing 737 MAX 8 (via Panama City on Copa). The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these connecting itineraries.",
        "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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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Chicago to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules depend on the airline and fare class. Basic Economy often excludes a free checked bag, while standard international economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins provide more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Chicago to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Flights from Chicago to Cartagena usually offer Economy and may include Premium Economy or flat‑bed Business class on connecting itineraries, though direct options are limited."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary; flexible and premium fares often allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy typically does not."
      }
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