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    "Key": "DEL-PAT",
    "orig": {
      "code": "DEL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Delhi",
      "fullCity": "Delhi, India",
      "airport": "Indira Gandhi Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "PAT",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Patna",
      "fullCity": "Patna, India",
      "airport": "Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Delhi to Patna?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Delhi (DEL) to Patna (PAT) typically takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes. With a layover, such as in Lucknow or Kolkata, total travel time can extend to 4–8 hours depending on the connection. IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Air India operate nonstop service on this route with similar durations."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Delhi to Patna?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are direct flights from Delhi to Patna. Four airlines operate non‑stop: IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI), Air India Express (IX), and SpiceJet (SG), with flights running daily across all carriers. IndiGo leads with about 105 weekly departures, while Air India offers 35, and both Air India Express and SpiceJet each have 14 per week.",
        "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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      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Delhi to Patna?",
        "answer": "Yes, IndiGo operates a daily nonstop red-eye from Delhi to Patna, departing at 9:00 PM. The flight's late-evening departure qualifies it as an overnight red-eye on this short domestic route.",
        "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 Delhi to Patna?",
        "answer": "IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, and SpiceJet fly nonstop from Delhi to Patna. IndiGo is the dominant carrier, operating 105 weekly flights spread across the day, while Air India offers 35 weekly flights. Air India Express and SpiceJet each run 14 weekly flights. The schedule data does not provide per-carrier median fares 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 Delhi and Patna?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities for Delhi to Patna flights include Lucknow, Varanasi, and Kolkata. These hubs offer frequent domestic connections and efficient transfers, keeping total travel time competitive. As this is a domestic route, visa‑free transit is irrelevant."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Delhi to Patna?",
        "answer": "On-time performance is moderate, with winter fog often causing delays. Morning flights on IndiGo and Air India tend to be more punctual."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Patna?",
        "answer": "October to March offers pleasant, mild weather ideal for sightseeing, avoiding the intense summer heat and monsoon rains."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Delhi to Patna?",
        "answer": "For domestic flights within India, bring a government-issued photo ID such as your Aadhaar card, driver's license, or passport. No visa is required, and vaccination certificates are not typically needed, but carry a payment method for baggage fees."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Patna?",
        "answer": "Patna has only one airport, Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, located about 5 km from the city centre."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Patna airport?",
        "answer": "Patna's Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport doesn't have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods in any terminal. Several nearby hotels, such as Hotel Patliputra Continental and Hotel Maurya, are within a short drive and some offer shuttle service, though it's best to confirm directly with the hotel. If you need to rest during a layover, these off-airport options are your only choice.",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Delhi to Patna?",
        "answer": "On the Delhi–Patna route the most common aircraft is the Airbus A320 family, with A320-100 and A320-200neo variants appearing regularly on IndiGo, Air India Express, and Air India flights. SpiceJet also operates De Havilland Canada Dash 8 turboprops on some services, and a handful of flights show unspecified equipment. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but the A320 is the workhorse of this nonstop corridor.",
        "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 Delhi to Patna?",
        "answer": "Star Alliance is the only global alliance with a member operating nonstop on Delhi–Patna: Air India flies the route. The other carriers — IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Air India Express — are not members of any major alliance, so Oneworld and SkyTeam have no nonstop presence here.",
        "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 Delhi?",
        "answer": "Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) Terminal 3 offers several lounge options for departing passengers. Air India's Maharaja Lounge welcomes business class travelers and Star Alliance Gold members with amenities like a buffet, bar, and shower facilities. Plaza Premium Lounge, accessible via Priority Pass or a paid day pass, provides a comfortable space with dining and relaxation areas. The Encalm Lounge, also in Terminal 3, accepts Priority Pass and offers a la carte dining and quiet zones. Additionally, Vistara's Lounge caters to its premium passengers with a selection of food and beverages.",
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            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Delhi to Patna?",
        "answer": "On domestic flights like Delhi to Patna, baggage allowance depends on the airline and fare type. Basic or Lite fares often exclude checked bags, while standard economy usually includes 15 kg checked baggage and one carry‑on. Always verify with your airline before flying."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Delhi to Patna?",
        "answer": "Delhi to Patna flights typically offer Economy class only, as Premium Economy and flat-bed Business are not common on this domestic route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies depend on the airline and fare type; flexible and premium tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while discounted fares typically do not."
      }
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