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      "code": "EDI",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Edinburgh",
      "fullCity": "Edinburgh, Scotland",
      "airport": "Edinburgh Airport"
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      "code": "JFK",
      "type": "airport",
      "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 Edinburgh to New York City?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to New York (JFK) typically takes about 7 hours 30 minutes to 8 hours. With one stop, common layovers like London or Dublin can extend total travel time to around 10 to 12 hours. The return flight from New York to Edinburgh is often slightly shorter, usually around 6 hours 45 minutes to 7 hours 15 minutes."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Edinburgh to New York City?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are direct flights from Edinburgh to New York JFK. Delta, American, and JetBlue all operate non‑stop service daily, with Delta offering the most frequencies — up to four departures a day (morning through early afternoon), while American and JetBlue each run one daily flight. All three carriers fly the route every day of the 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 Edinburgh to New York City?",
        "answer": "Yes — traveling from Edinburgh to New York City involves crossing international borders, so visa requirements depend on your nationality. If you are a British citizen, under the U.S. Visa Waiver Program you can visit the U.S. for up to 90 days without a visa, but you must obtain an ESTA authorization before travel. If you are a U.S. citizen, you do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the U.S. For the return trip from New York City to Edinburgh, U.S. citizens can enter the UK for short visits without a visa but will need a UK Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) starting January 8, 2025. British citizens do not need a visa or ETA to enter the UK. Travelers of other nationalities should check both U.S. and UK entry requirements based on their citizenship."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in New York City?",
        "answer": "JFK offers a range of ground transportation into the city: the AirTrain connects to the subway (E line) and LIRR for a low-cost, traffic-free ride, yellow taxis provide flat-rate fares to Manhattan, and ride-share services like Uber and Lyft pick up outside terminals. Shuttle vans, private car services, and rental cars (accessible via AirTrain) are also available. The AirTrain/subway combo is the most used for its affordability and reliability, while a taxi or ride-share is fastest outside rush hours.",
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            "time_published": "2025-12-23T18:54:39Z"
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            "time_published": "2025-11-07T16:18:43Z"
          },
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            "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport: Difference between revisions",
            "time_published": "2026-03-17T15:31:18Z"
          },
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      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to New York City?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Edinburgh to New York City are October, September, and August, with average fares around $745–$777. The most expensive months are June, December, and January, where average fares range from about $884 to $970.",
        "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 Edinburgh to New York City?",
        "answer": "For flights from Edinburgh to New York City, the optimal booking window is roughly 10 to 13 weeks before departure, when average fares drop to around $830. This pattern generally holds year-round, though for peak summer and holiday periods it's wise to book a few weeks earlier as prices tend to rise closer to those dates.",
        "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 Edinburgh to New York City?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights operate from Edinburgh to New York JFK — neither nonstop nor as the long leg of a one‑stop itinerary.",
        "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 Edinburgh to New York City?",
        "answer": "Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue fly nonstop from Edinburgh to New York JFK, with Delta operating up to 22 flights per week and American and JetBlue each offering daily service. Typical median fares are around $968 on American and $1,022 on JetBlue; no median fare is listed for Delta.",
        "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 Edinburgh and New York City?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include London, Dublin, Amsterdam, and Reykjavik. London offers extensive connections and frequent flights. Dublin and Amsterdam provide efficient transfers with US preclearance available in Dublin, saving time upon arrival. Reykjavik offers competitive total travel times and a compact, easy-to-navigate airport."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Edinburgh to New York City?",
        "answer": "Transatlantic reliability is generally good, though afternoon storms can cause delays. Morning departures on airlines such as Delta and JetBlue tend to offer better on‑time performance."
      },
      "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."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Edinburgh to New York City?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, a valid ESTA or U.S. visa, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for baggage; check for any vaccination certificate requirements."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in New York City?",
        "answer": "JFK is best for international flights and has many lounges. LaGuardia is closest to Manhattan and mainly handles domestic flights. Newark is in New Jersey but convenient for Lower Manhattan and offers both international and domestic services."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Edinburgh Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From Edinburgh city center, the tram is the most popular and reliable option, running frequently and taking about 30 minutes to the airport. The Airlink 100 express bus also offers a direct, frequent service with a similar journey time, while taxis and ride-shares provide a door-to-door trip in around 20–25 minutes at a higher cost. Driving and parking at the airport is possible, with both short-stay and long-stay car parks available, but it's generally the most expensive choice. For most travelers, the tram or express bus offers the best balance of speed, convenience, and affordability.",
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            "title": "Edinburgh Airport Transport",
            "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "time_published": "2025-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-04-11T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport%20in%20Edinburgh",
            "title": "Transport in Edinburgh",
            "time_published": "2026-03-31T07:01:05Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-06-10T16:35:17Z"
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at New York City airport?",
        "answer": "JFK Airport no longer has an on-site hotel, as the former Ramada Plaza closed and the TWA Hotel is located in the former TWA Flight Center at Terminal 5, offering direct AirTrain access. There are no capsule hotels or sleeping pods within the terminals, but several nearby hotels like the Crowne Plaza and Hilton are connected by free shuttle services.",
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            "title": "New York City JFK Airport Guide - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-03-09T16:06:27Z"
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at John F Kennedy Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "John F. Kennedy International Airport offers free Wi‑Fi throughout all terminals. The airport has interfaith chapels in Terminals 1, 4, 5, 7, and 8, providing spaces for prayer and meditation. Currency exchange offices are available in multiple terminals, including locations in Terminals 1, 4, 5, and 8.",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Edinburgh to New York City?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Edinburgh to New York JFK typically use the Airbus A321-200 Neo, Boeing 757-200, Boeing 767-300, and Airbus A318, with the A321-200 Neo being the most common. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these transatlantic routes.",
        "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. 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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      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Edinburgh to New York City?",
        "answer": "Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue fly nonstop from Edinburgh to New York JFK. Delta and American are SkyTeam and oneworld members respectively, while JetBlue belongs to no global alliance.",
        "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 Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI) has three lounges in the main terminal: the Plaza Premium Lounge, the Aspire Lounge, and the Escape Lounge. The Plaza Premium Lounge, located near Gate 16, is open daily from 04:00 to 22:00 and features a children's play area, a quiet zone, and an Edinburgh Gin bar. The Aspire Lounge (near Gate 4) offers family booths with personal TVs and workstations. Access is available to business-class passengers, elite status holders, and through programs like Priority Pass, with day passes possible for some lounges.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Edinburgh to New York City?",
        "answer": "From Edinburgh to New York City, baggage rules depend on the carrier and ticket type. Basic economy often has no checked bag and may restrict carry-on, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins allow more."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Edinburgh to New York City?",
        "answer": "Flights from Edinburgh to New York City typically offer Economy, Premium Economy and flat‑bed Business class, with First class available on select airlines."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare, with flexible and premium cabins typically offering same‑day changes or standby while basic economy tickets rarely do."
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