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    "Key": "FLL-PTY",
    "orig": {
      "code": "FLL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Fort Lauderdale",
      "fullCity": "Fort Lauderdale, Florida",
      "airport": "Hollywood Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "PTY",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Panama City",
      "fullCity": "Panama City, Panama",
      "airport": "Tocumen Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Panama City (PTY) typically takes about 3 hours and 5 minutes. The return flight is similar, at roughly 3 hours and 15 minutes. Flights with one stop, often via Miami or San José, can extend total travel time to 5–7 hours or more."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Copa Airlines flies nonstop from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City daily, with 18 weekly flights departing in the late afternoon and early evening. It's the only carrier offering direct service on 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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      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Visa requirements for flying from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City depend on citizenship. U.S. nationals can enter Panama visa‑free for up to 180 days as tourists. Panamanian nationals need a valid U.S. visa or ESTA authorization to enter the United States. For other nationalities, check both U.S. transit/entry rules and Panama’s entry requirements based on your passport."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City are August and September, with average fares around $510–$511, while December is the most expensive month, averaging $671. Late summer and early fall offer the lowest prices, and fares rise sharply in winter, particularly in December.",
        "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 Fort Lauderdale to Panama City?",
        "answer": "For flights from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City, the best fares typically appear when booking 9 to 12 weeks ahead, with an average price around $604. The lowest single price is about $596 when booking 75 days in advance, while last-minute tickets can cost over $800. During peak summer and holiday periods, it's wise to book even earlier—closer to 12 weeks out—to avoid steeper price surges.",
        "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 Fort Lauderdale to Panama City?",
        "answer": "No nonstop red-eye flights operate from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Panama City (PTY). A connecting itinerary exists with an overnight leg on Avianca from Fort Lauderdale to Barranquilla (BAQ), departing at 10:10 PM and arriving at 12:05 AM the same night, followed by a Copa Airlines connection after a lengthy layover — but this is a one-stop routing via Colombia, not a direct overnight flight to Panama City.",
        "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 Fort Lauderdale to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Copa Airlines operates nonstop from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City with 18 weekly flights, departing daily in the late afternoon or early evening. The median fare on this route is around $589.",
        "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 Fort Lauderdale and Panama City?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Miami, Atlanta, Houston, and San José, Costa Rica. Miami offers the shortest routing with frequent connections. Atlanta and Houston provide extensive domestic and international networks and efficient transfers. San José serves as a regional hub with visa‑free transit for many nationalities."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance is fairly dependable, though afternoon thunderstorms in Fort Lauderdale can cause delays. Early flights are your best bet, and Copa Airlines tends to maintain good punctuality."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Panama City?",
        "answer": "January to April offers dry, sunny days and avoids the heavy rains and humidity of the wet season."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for baggage. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for stays under 180 days, but check Panama's entry requirements for any vaccination or health certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Panama City?",
        "answer": "Panama City has one main international airport, Tocumen International Airport, which serves all commercial flights to the city."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Hollywood Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Fort Lauderdale, the most direct public option is Broward County Transit Route 1 bus, which stops at the Rental Car Center. Tri-Rail commuter rail also serves the area with a free shuttle connecting the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport Station at Dania Beach to all terminals. Ride-share services and taxis are readily available and offer the fastest door-to-door trip, typically taking about 15 minutes. Driving is straightforward via I-595 or US-1, and the airport offers both short-term and long-term parking garages adjacent to the terminals.",
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            "url": "https://www.broward.org/Airport/passengers/Transportation/Pages/PublicTransportation.aspx",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-03T00:00:00Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-04-03T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.broward.org/airport/business/about/Pages/CustomerService.aspx",
            "title": "About FLL Contact Us",
            "time_published": "2026-04-03T00:00:00Z"
          }
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Panama City airport?",
        "answer": "Panama City's Tocumen International Airport (PTY) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminal. The nearest hotel is the Crowne Plaza Panama Airport, connected to Terminal 1 by a covered walkway, while other nearby options like the Riande Aeropuerto Hotel and the Courtyard by Marriott offer free shuttle service.",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Copa Airlines flies the Boeing 737 MAX 8 nonstop on the Fort Lauderdale–Panama City route. On connecting itineraries, the long leg is most often an Airbus A320-100 (via Bogotá, Medellín, or Cali on Avianca) or a Boeing 737 MAX 9 / 737-900 (via Houston or Washington on United and Copa), with the short leg typically a 737-700, 737-800, or 737-900. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and while specific onboard amenities aren't guaranteed, Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these modern narrowbody fleets.",
        "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 Fort Lauderdale to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Copa Airlines (CM) flies nonstop from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City, and it is a member of Star Alliance. No other airline operates this route nonstop; other alliances may serve it via connections, but Copa is the sole carrier with direct service.",
        "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 Fort Lauderdale?",
        "answer": "At Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, the Delta Sky Club in Terminal 2 offers complimentary access for Delta One, SkyTeam premium cabin, and Delta Sky Club members, with day passes available for $50; notable features include a full bar and seasonal light bites. In Terminal 3, the Escape Lounges – The Centurion Studio Partner provides access to American Express Platinum and Centurion cardholders, as well as Priority Pass members, and features a curated menu and craft cocktails. Other airline-branded lounges like an Admirals Club or United Club are not present, and no additional independent lounges are widely known at this airport.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on Fort Lauderdale to Panama City flights depends on the airline and fare. Basic economy tickets often exclude checked bags, while standard international economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Always verify with your airline before travel."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Panama City typically offer Economy class; Premium Economy is uncommon, and flat-bed Business class is generally not available on this short-haul 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 allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy typically does not."
      }
    }
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