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      "code": "CLO",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Cali",
      "fullCity": "Cali, Colombia",
      "airport": "Alfonso Bonilla Aragon Intl Airport"
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      "code": "NYC",
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      "city": "New York City",
      "fullCity": "New York City, New York",
      "airport": "John F Kennedy Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Cali to New York City?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Cali (CLO) to New York City (NYC). A typical one-stop itinerary, most commonly connecting through Bogotá (BOG) or Miami (MIA), takes around 8 to 10 hours total travel time. The return trip from New York to Cali is similar, often ranging from 8 to 10 hours depending on the layover."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Cali to New York City?",
        "answer": "Avianca flies nonstop from Cali (CLO) to New York JFK, with 10 weekly flights operating daily — typically two evening departures around 9:25 PM and 9:35 PM. It is the only airline with nonstop service on this route; the flight takes about 5 hours 40 minutes. Connecting itineraries via Bogotá, Miami, or Panama City are more common and can be cheaper, but Avianca's nonstop is the fastest option at a median fare around $641.",
        "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. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price.",
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      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Cali to New York City?",
        "answer": "Yes, visa or travel authorization requirements apply for a flight from Cali to New York City, depending on your citizenship. If you are a Colombian citizen, you generally need a U.S. visa to enter the United States, unless you hold a valid visa or are eligible for the Visa Waiver Program (which Colombia is not currently a member of). If you are a U.S. citizen, you do not need a visa to enter Colombia for tourist stays of up to 90 days; your passport is sufficient. Travelers of other nationalities should check both U.S. and Colombian entry requirements based on their citizenship."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in New York City?",
        "answer": "From JFK, the fastest and most-used option is the AirTrain to the subway or LIRR, which gets you to Midtown in about 50–75 minutes for under $20. Licensed yellow taxis offer a flat fare to Manhattan (around $70 plus tolls/tip) and are readily available outside each terminal. Ride-share apps like Uber and Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones, with pricing that varies by demand. Rental cars are accessible via AirTrain at Federal Circle, though driving into Manhattan is often slower. Shared shuttle vans and the Blade helicopter service provide additional choices, but the AirTrain–subway combination remains the most popular for its balance of speed and cost.",
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      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Cali to New York City?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Cali to New York City are May, June, and September, with average fares around $464–$484. The most expensive period is December, when average prices reach about $782, followed by January and March.",
        "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. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.",
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      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Cali to New York City?",
        "answer": "For flights from Cali to New York City, the optimal booking window is about 10 to 30 days before departure, with average fares around $525. Booking roughly 25 days ahead yields the lowest price at $519, while prices rise significantly if you book more than four months out, peaking at $647 around 175 days in advance.",
        "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. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.",
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      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Cali to New York City?",
        "answer": "Yes, Avianca operates nonstop red-eye flights from Cali (CLO) to New York JFK, with 10 weekly departures daily at around 9:25 PM and 9:35 PM. These flights depart late evening and, given the roughly 5½-hour flight time, arrive in the early morning hours in New York.",
        "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 Cali to New York City?",
        "answer": "Avianca operates the only nonstop service from Cali to New York City, flying daily from Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) with about 10 weekly flights, typically departing in the late evening. The median fare for this nonstop is around $641.",
        "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 Cali and New York City?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Bogotá, Panama City, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale. Bogotá offers frequent domestic connections, while Panama City provides efficient transfers and visa-free transit for many nationalities. Miami and Fort Lauderdale are major U.S. gateways with numerous onward flights to New York, keeping total travel time competitive."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Cali to New York City?",
        "answer": "On-time performance is generally acceptable, though afternoon departures may experience delays. Early flights on carriers like Avianca and American Airlines often have better punctuality."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to New York City?",
        "answer": "April to June and September to October offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists than summer."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Cali to New York City?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months beyond your stay, a valid U.S. visa or ESTA if eligible, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for baggage. Check if vaccination certificates are required."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in New York City?",
        "answer": "John F. Kennedy International handles most international flights and is a hub for American, Delta, and JetBlue. Newark Liberty is convenient for Manhattan's west side and is a United hub. LaGuardia mainly serves domestic routes and is closest to Midtown."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Alfonso Bonilla Aragon Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Cali, taxis and ride‑share services are the most practical and popular way to reach Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport, about 16 km northeast of the city center. There is no direct public bus to the terminal, but some intercity buses between Cali and Palmira pass near the airport access road. Driving yourself is an option with paid parking available at the airport, though traffic on the Cali–Palmira road can be heavy at peak times.",
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            "title": "Distance From Simon Bolivar Airport to Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (SMR - CLO Distance)",
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      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at New York City airport?",
        "answer": "JFK Airport has one on-site hotel, the TWA Hotel, located in the former TWA Flight Center near Terminal 5, accessible via the AirTrain. No capsule hotels or sleeping pods are available inside the terminals, but several nearby hotels offer shuttle service, such as the Radisson Hotel JFK Airport and the Crowne Plaza JFK Airport.",
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            "url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/usa/newyorkjfk.htm",
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            "time_published": "2026-03-09T16:06:27Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Cali to New York City?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Cali to New York City are operated by Avianca using an Airbus A320-100. Most travelers connect, with the most common one-stop aircraft being the Airbus A320-200 Neo (typically via Bogotá), the Boeing 787-8 (also via Bogotá), and the Boeing 737-800 (via Panama City). The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline; Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these connecting flights.",
        "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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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Cali?",
        "answer": "At Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport (CLO) in Cali, the main lounge is the Avianca Sala VIP, located in the terminal and open daily from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM. It's accessible to Avianca business class passengers, LifeMiles elite members, and Priority Pass holders, offering a comfortable space to relax before your flight. A second lounge, the Sala VIP Calima in the international terminal, is currently listed as temporarily closed.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Cali to New York City?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on Cali to New York City flights varies by airline and fare class. Basic economy tickets often do not include a checked bag, while standard international economy typically includes one free checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins generally offer additional allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Cali to New York City?",
        "answer": "Flights from Cali to New York City typically feature Economy and flat‑bed Business class. Premium Economy is uncommon on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets usually allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy generally does not."
      }
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