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    "Key": "CNX-DAD",
    "orig": {
      "code": "CNX",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Chiang Mai",
      "fullCity": "Chiang Mai, Thailand",
      "airport": "Chiang Mai Intl Airport"
    },
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      "code": "DAD",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Da Nang",
      "fullCity": "Da Nang, Vietnam",
      "airport": "Da Nang Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Chiang Mai to Da Nang?",
        "answer": "There are no direct flights between Chiang Mai (CNX) and Da Nang (DAD). The typical one-stop flight takes 4 to 6 hours, with common layovers in Bangkok or Hanoi. Some itineraries via Bangkok on Thai Smile or VietJet can be under 5 hours, while connections through Hanoi often take closer to 6 hours."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Chiang Mai to Da Nang?",
        "answer": "Yes, visa requirements depend on your nationality. For Thai citizens traveling to Vietnam, a visa is required. You can apply for an e-visa online, which is valid for up to 90 days with single or multiple entries. For Vietnamese citizens traveling to Thailand, visa-free entry is permitted for up to 30 days. If you are a national of a third country, check the visa policies of both Vietnam and Thailand based on your passport."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Da Nang?",
        "answer": "From Da Nang Airport (DAD) to the city center, taxis and ride-hailing services like Grab are the most common and convenient options, taking about 10–15 minutes. There is no direct rail or metro link, and public buses are available but less frequent and slower. Car rentals exist but are rarely used for this short transfer. Grab is the most popular choice for its fixed pricing and ease of use.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Da%20Nang%20International%20Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-28T19:09:48Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Da_Nang",
            "title": "Da Nang",
            "time_published": "2026-07-02T01:43:20Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/City_Airport_Train",
            "title": "City Airport Train",
            "time_published": "2026-05-28T15:36:05Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Da%20Nang%20Air%20Base",
            "title": "Da Nang Air Base",
            "time_published": "2026-04-19T17:07:38Z"
          }
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Chiang Mai to Da Nang?",
        "answer": "No nonstop red‑eye flights operate from Chiang Mai to Da Nang. One connecting overnight itinerary exists: Jeju Air (7C) departs Chiang Mai at 23:00, arrives at Seoul Incheon (ICN) at 06:30, then connects onward to Da Nang after a 2h 40m layover — so the overnight leg lands in Seoul in the early hours.",
        "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 Chiang Mai to Da Nang?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Chiang Mai to Da Nang, but several airlines offer one-stop connections. Thai VietJet Air (VZ) via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) is the most frequent, with around 22 daily options, and Thai AirAsia (FD) via Bangkok Don Mueang (DMK) follows with about 11 daily. Vietnam Airlines (VN) also connects via Bangkok, typically on VZ or PG, with a handful of flights, while Emirates (EK) and Myanmar Airways International (8M) offer less frequent one-stop routings. No per-carrier fare data is available for 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.",
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      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Chiang Mai and Da Nang?",
        "answer": "Common layovers for the Chiang Mai to Da Nang route include Bangkok, Hanoi, and Ho Chi Minh City. Bangkok offers broad connections and a major hub for both Thai and international carriers, while Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City provide efficient transfers and frequent onward flights to Da Nang, often with competitive total travel times."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Chiang Mai to Da Nang?",
        "answer": "On‑time reliability is fair, with afternoon flights more prone to delays during rainy season. Morning departures, particularly on direct flights, tend to be more punctual."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Da Nang?",
        "answer": "February to May offers warm, dry weather and fewer tourists before the summer peak."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Chiang Mai to Da Nang?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for six months, a Vietnam e‑visa or visa on arrival approval letter, proof of onward travel, and a payment method for baggage. Check if vaccination certificates are required."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Da Nang?",
        "answer": "Da Nang International Airport is the only airport serving the city. It is located just 3 km from the city centre and close to My Khe Beach."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Chiang Mai Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Chiang Mai, the most popular way to reach Chiang Mai International Airport is by taxi or ride-share (Grab), which takes about 10–15 minutes and is relatively inexpensive. Public songthaews (red pickup trucks) and tuk-tuks also serve the route, costing less but with longer travel times. There is no dedicated airport shuttle bus, but some hotels offer private transfers. Driving and parking are possible with both short-term and long-term lots available near the terminal.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CentralPlaza%20Chiang%20Mai%20Airport",
            "title": "Central Chiangmai Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-02T06:49:42Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chiang_Rai_International_Airport",
            "title": "Chiang Rai International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-05T22:56:17Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chiang%20Mai%20Main%20Line",
            "title": "Chiang Mai Main Line",
            "time_published": "2026-03-11T15:27:34Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Da Nang airport?",
        "answer": "Da Nang Airport (DAD) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminals. The terminals close nightly from 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM, so overnight stays are not permitted. Several nearby hotels offer shuttle service for a fee, providing a convenient option for travelers needing rest.",
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            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/da-nang-airport-guide.htm",
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/vietnam/da-nang/activities/da_nang_hotel_to_da_nang_airport_private_transfer_or_vice_versa-XHTAJB",
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/vietnam/da-nang/activities/da_nang_airport_to_da_nang_hotel_by_private_transfer-XMTGLQ?property=DADNN",
            "title": "DA NANG AIRPORT to Da Nang Hotel by Private Transfer",
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            "url": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?hl=en&id=com.frugalflyer.airport.dad",
            "title": "Da Nang Airport (DAD) Info - Apps on Google Play",
            "time_published": "2025-10-28T00:00:00Z"
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Da Nang Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Da Nang International Airport has currency exchange counters and ATMs in both the international and domestic terminals, typically landside in the arrivals halls. Prayer rooms are available in the international terminal near the departure gates. Free Wi‑Fi is provided throughout the passenger areas of both terminals.",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-19T17:07:38Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-06-26T14:29:44Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Chiang Mai to Da Nang?",
        "answer": "There is no nonstop service between Chiang Mai and Da Nang. On typical connecting itineraries, the long leg is most often a Boeing 737 (operated by VietJet Air via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi), an Airbus A321-100 (Vietnam Airlines via Bangkok), or an Airbus A320-family jet (AirAsia via Bangkok Don Mueang). The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on many of these 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 Chiang Mai to Da Nang?",
        "answer": "No airline operates nonstop from Chiang Mai to Da Nang, but among the carriers offering one-stop connections, Vietnam Airlines (SkyTeam) and Thai Airways (Star Alliance) are the only global alliance members on the route. Most connecting service is provided by non-alliance carriers such as Thai VietJet Air, Thai AirAsia, Bangkok Airways, Emirates, Scoot, Jeju Air, and Myanmar Airways International.",
        "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.",
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Chiang Mai?",
        "answer": "Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) has a few lounge options. The Thai Airways Royal Orchid Lounge is in the domestic terminal near gate 3, accessible to business class and Royal Orchid Plus gold members, with premium food, Wi‑Fi, and a 2.5‑hour stay limit. Bangkok Airways operates two domestic‑terminal lounges: the Boutique Lounge (landside, with Priority Pass access) and the Blue Ribbon Lounge for its own premium passengers. The Coral Executive Lounge has locations in both the domestic and international terminals, offering a paid‑entry option. Note that all lounges are airside except the Boutique Lounge, which is landside.",
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/de-de/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/CNX",
            "title": "American Express Lounges at Chiang Mai International Airport | Amex DE",
            "time_published": "2026-05-02T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/de-de/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/CNX/Thai-Airways-Royal-Orchid-Lounge---Up2jkDHfuD",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Chiang Mai to Da Nang?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on Chiang Mai to Da Nang flights varies by airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets often exclude checked bags; standard economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium classes provide higher limits."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Chiang Mai to Da Nang?",
        "answer": "Flights from Chiang Mai to Da Nang typically offer Economy class only; Premium Economy and flat‑bed Business are uncommon on this short regional route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium cabin tickets often permit same‑day changes or standby, while budget carriers and basic fares rarely do."
      }
    }
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