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    "Key": "DTW-YUL",
    "orig": {
      "code": "DTW",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Detroit",
      "fullCity": "Detroit, Michigan",
      "airport": "Detroit Metro Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "YUL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Montréal",
      "fullCity": "Montréal, Quebec",
      "airport": "Trudeau Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Detroit to Montréal?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Detroit (DTW) to Montréal (YUL) typically takes about 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours. With a layover, common connection cities like Toronto add to the travel time, making the total journey around 4 to 5 hours. The return flight is similar, usually about 2 hours nonstop."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Detroit to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Yes, Delta and Air Canada both fly nonstop from Detroit (DTW) to Montréal (YUL), with daily service on each. Delta operates up to 13 daily departures spread across morning, afternoon, and evening, while Air Canada runs two daily flights, typically mid-morning and mid-afternoon. Together they offer about 92 nonstop flights 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. 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.",
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      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Detroit to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Yes, visa requirements apply for travel between Detroit, USA, and Montréal, Canada, depending on citizenship. U.S. citizens do not need a visa to enter Canada for short visits but must carry a valid U.S. passport. Canadian citizens do not need a visa to enter the U.S. but must present a valid Canadian passport or other approved document. Other nationals should check both Canadian and U.S. entry requirements, as they may need visas or electronic travel authorizations (eTA for Canada, ESTA for U.S.) based on their nationality."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Montréal?",
        "answer": "From Montréal-Trudeau (YUL) to downtown, the most-used option is the STM 747 Express Bus, which runs 24/7 and costs $11 cash or $6.50 with a transit pass. Taxis are available at a fixed fare of $49.45 (5 a.m.–11 p.m.) or $56.70 overnight, making them a faster but pricier choice. Ride-hailing services Uber and Lyft also operate from designated pickup zones. Car rental counters are located in the terminal, and a future REM light-rail link is planned but not yet open. The 747 bus is the most popular due to its balance of cost and frequency.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/29089144643357-How-much-does-a-taxi-ride-cost",
            "title": "How much does a taxi ride cost? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-09-12T15:26:23Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/categories/360000103337-Ground-Transportation",
            "title": "Ground Transportation – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
            "time_published": "2019-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montréal–Trudeau_International_Airport",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation%20in%20Montreal",
            "title": "Transportation in Montreal",
            "time_published": "2026-03-15T16:43:15Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/30293241484829-Do-you-offer-an-assistance-between-the-drop-off-zone-and-the-terminal-at-YUL",
            "title": "Do you offer an assistance between the drop-off zone and the terminal at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-09-12T17:53:20Z"
          }
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      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Montréal?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Detroit to Montréal are February, January, and April, with average fares around $663, $668, and $681 respectively. The most expensive months are July, December, and May, with average fares around $825, $784, and $754.",
        "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 Detroit to Montréal?",
        "answer": "For flights from Detroit to Montréal, the optimal booking window is about 7 to 10 weeks before departure, when average fares are around $604. Booking at the last minute can push prices above $1,000, while the absolute lowest fare of $538 appears about 180 days out. During peak summer and holiday periods, demand typically tightens availability, so aiming for the earlier side of that window or even a few weeks further out can help secure a better deal.",
        "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 Detroit to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Yes, overnight red‑eye flights are available nonstop from Detroit (DTW) to Montréal (YUL). Delta operates up to 29 weekly red‑eyes on this route, departing daily between 9:18 PM and 9:29 PM. These flights are short hops — they arrive the same night, not the next morning.",
        "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 Detroit to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Delta and Air Canada operate nonstop flights from Detroit to Montréal, with Delta offering around 78 weekly flights and Air Canada about 14. Delta's median fare on this route is approximately $760, while Air Canada's is around $776.",
        "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 Detroit and Montréal?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities for Detroit to Montréal include Toronto, Chicago, and New York. Toronto offers efficient connections and is a major hub for Air Canada, while Chicago and New York provide broad flight options and competitive total travel times."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Detroit to Montréal?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance is generally dependable, though afternoon flights can encounter minor delays. Early departures on Delta often offer the best punctuality."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Late May through early June and September offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists than midsummer."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Detroit to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Bring a valid passport, any required Canadian visa or eTA, proof of onward travel, a payment method for baggage and any necessary vaccination or insurance documents."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Montréal?",
        "answer": "Montréal has only one major passenger airport, Montréal–Trudeau (YUL). It is located about 20 km from downtown and serves all airlines flying to the city."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Detroit Metro Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Detroit, the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX) bus offers direct service to both airport terminals with frequent daily departures and is the most popular public transit choice; tickets are $8 at the door or $6 in advance. SMART's FAST Michigan Route 261 also connects downtown to the airport with limited stops, while ride-share services and taxis provide door-to-door convenience at a higher cost. Driving takes about 25 minutes via I-94, with on-site parking available in garages and lots. The DAX bus is the fastest and most cost-effective option for most travelers.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/dtw/other-ground-transportation/public-transportation",
            "title": "Public Transportation | Wayne County Airport Authority",
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          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/about-dtw",
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            "favicon": "https://metroairport.com/themes/custom/wcaa/images/favicons/apple-touch-icon.png",
            "time_published": "2026-04-13T12:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/ntap_feb_18/EC10000.html",
            "title": "Michigan. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) Standard Taxi Routes",
            "time_published": "2018-02-01T00:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Detroit%20Metropolitan%20Airport",
            "title": "Detroit Metropolitan Airport",
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          {
            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/ntap_aug_18/EC10000.html",
            "title": "Michigan. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) Standard Taxi Routes"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Montréal airport?",
        "answer": "Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) does not have an on-site hotel, capsule hotel, or sleeping pods inside the terminal. The closest full-service hotel is the Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel, located nearby and connected by a complimentary shuttle. While overnight sleepers can rest on benches and chairs in the public and secure areas, there are no dedicated sleeping facilities within the airport.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/montreal-trudeau-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Montreal Trudeau Airport Guide (YUL) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2018-10-02T00:00:16Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/yulsa-sheraton-montreal-airport-hotel/overview/",
            "title": "Hotel Near Montreal-Trudeau Airport | Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel",
            "time_published": "2023-08-11T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360002576638-Is-there-a-baggage-porter-service-at-YUL",
            "title": "Is there a baggage porter service at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
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            "title": "Private Departure Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL",
            "time_published": "2026-02-27T00:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360000864457-Are-there-lockers-at-the-airport",
            "title": "Are there lockers at the airport? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-05T04:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Detroit and Montréal airports?",
        "answer": "At Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW), wheelchair assistance is arranged directly through your airline, and accessible features include braille signage, hearing loops, family restrooms, and a sensory tunnel with a suspend button; request services from your airline in advance. Montréal-Trudeau (YUL) offers free assistance between the drop-off zone and gate, including electric carts, accessible check-in kiosks, and a dedicated security line, and you can reserve help by calling 514-420-5030 or filling out an online form—ideally 48 hours ahead. Children's play areas are not explicitly mentioned in the accessibility resources for either airport, but both provide family restrooms and generally family-friendly facilities.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/at-dtw/getting-around/accessibility-additional-assistance",
            "title": "Accessibility & Additional Assistance | Wayne County Airport Authority",
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          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/about-us/contact-us",
            "title": "Contact Us | Wayne County Airport Authority",
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          {
            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/ntap_feb_18/EC10000.html",
            "title": "Michigan. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) Standard Taxi Routes",
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            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/ntap_aug_18/EC10000.html",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Detroit%20Metropolitan%20Airport",
            "title": "Detroit Metropolitan Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T20:15:38Z"
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            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360005184317-What-accessible-services-are-offered-when-departing-from-YUL",
            "title": "What accessible services are offered when departing from YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-03-19T15:32:41Z"
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            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360005498977-What-accessible-services-are-available-upon-my-arrival-at-YUL",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montr%C3%A9al%E2%80%93Pierre_Elliott_Trudeau_International_Airport",
            "title": "Montréal–Trudeau International Airport - Wikipedia",
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            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/30293241484829-Do-you-offer-an-assistance-between-the-drop-off-zone-and-the-terminal-at-YUL",
            "title": "Do you offer an assistance between the drop-off zone and the terminal at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
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      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Detroit to Montréal?",
        "answer": "The nonstop flights from Detroit to Montréal are typically operated with the Canadair Regional Jet 900, flown by Air Canada, Delta, and United. On connecting itineraries, the most common aircraft on the longer leg are the Embraer 175 (often via Chicago O'Hare or Newark) and the Airbus A220-200 (via Chicago or Toronto), with other types like the Boeing 737 MAX 8 and Airbus A321-100 also appearing. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on many of these aircraft.",
        "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 Detroit to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Delta (SkyTeam) and Air Canada (Star Alliance) fly nonstop between Detroit and Montréal, so SkyTeam and Star Alliance serve the route directly. Air Canada is the Star Alliance member and Delta is the SkyTeam member; oneworld has no nonstop presence here, though it may be available via connections.",
        "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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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Detroit?",
        "answer": "In the McNamara Terminal, Delta operates four Sky Clubs — near gates A18, A38, A43, and A68 in Concourse A, plus a fifth location in Concourse C. All Delta Sky Clubs are accessible to Delta One, first- and business-class passengers, SkyTeam Elite Plus members, and American Express Platinum cardholders flying Delta, and they offer complimentary snacks, beverages, and Wi‑Fi. The Evans Terminal houses a Lufthansa Business Lounge near gate D8, open to Lufthansa and Star Alliance business-class travelers, Star Alliance Gold members, and Priority Pass holders, with drinks, light food, and a three‑hour stay limit. For a quiet rest, Minute Suites in the Evans Terminal are available to Priority Pass members and offer private rooms with daybeds.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/DTW",
            "title": "American Express Lounges at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | Amex US",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-th/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/DTW",
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          {
            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/detroit-metropolitan-wayne-county/dtw8-minute-suites",
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            "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/united-states/detroit-sky-club-airport-map",
            "title": "Detroit Metro (DTW) Airport Map & Lounges | Delta Air Lines",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Detroit to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules depend on the airline and fare class. Basic economy may not include a checked bag, while standard economy usually allows one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Detroit to Montréal?",
        "answer": "On this short regional route, aircraft usually feature Economy and standard domestic First Class with recliner seats. Flat‑bed Business and Premium Economy are not typical."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible tickets and higher cabins often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy typically does not."
      }
    }
  }
}