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    "orig": {
      "code": "FMY",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Fort Myers",
      "fullCity": "Fort Myers, Florida",
      "airport": "Page Field"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "YUL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Montréal",
      "fullCity": "Montréal, Quebec",
      "airport": "Trudeau Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Fort Myers to Montréal?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Fort Myers (RSW) to Montréal (YUL) typically takes about 3 hours 30 minutes. With a layover, total travel time often ranges from 5 to 7 hours, depending on the connection city."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Fort Myers to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Yes, Porter Airlines (PD) flies non‑stop from Fort Myers (RSW) to Montréal (YUL) four times a week — on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays — with a single daily departure at 11:25 AM. No other carrier offers non‑stop service on this route.",
        "methodology": "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. 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. 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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      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Fort Myers to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Yes, visa requirements apply for travel between Fort Myers, USA, and Montréal, Canada. If you are a U.S. citizen, you do not need a visa for tourist visits to Canada but must have a valid U.S. passport, and starting April 10, 2025, you need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) when flying to Canada unless you hold a valid Canadian visa. If you are a Canadian citizen, you do not need a visa for tourist visits to the USA but must present a valid Canadian passport, and if traveling by air, you need an ESTA approval if you are a Canadian citizen who is also a national of a Visa Waiver Program country, or you may enter under the visa exemption for Canadian citizens. For other nationalities, check both Canadian and U.S. entry requirements based on your citizenship."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Montréal?",
        "answer": "From Montréal-Trudeau (YUL) to downtown, the most popular option is the STM 747 express bus, which costs $11 and runs 24/7 with a travel time of 45–70 minutes. Taxis are available for a flat rate of $49.45 (5 a.m.–11 p.m.) or $56.70 overnight, taking about 20–30 minutes. Ride-share services like Uber and Lyft operate from designated pickup zones, with pricing similar to taxis. Car rentals are available on-site, and a light rail (REM) connection to the airport is expected by 2027. The 747 bus is the most-used public transit link for its affordability 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"
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            "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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            "title": "Transportation in Montreal",
            "time_published": "2026-03-15T16:43:15Z"
          },
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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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      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Fort Myers to Montréal?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Fort Myers to Montréal are November, September, and October, with average fares as low as $430. The most expensive period is late spring into summer, particularly May, July, and June, where average prices climb above $700.",
        "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 Myers to Montréal?",
        "answer": "For flights from Fort Myers to Montréal, the best fares typically appear when booking 16 to 19 weeks ahead, with an average price around $480. The absolute cheapest single day to book is about 120 days before departure at $373, while last-minute tickets can spike to $819. For summer and holiday periods, it's wise to aim for the earlier end of that window or even slightly further out to avoid peak premiums.",
        "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 Myers to Montréal?",
        "answer": "No nonstop red‑eye flights operate from Fort Myers (RSW) to Montréal (YUL). One connecting overnight itinerary was found: a Delta flight departing Atlanta at 9:15 PM and arriving in Montréal at 11:52 PM the same night, with a 51‑minute layover in Atlanta after a short connecting flight from Fort Myers.",
        "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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      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Fort Myers and Montréal?",
        "answer": "Common layover hubs include Toronto, New York (JFK or LGA), Atlanta, and Philadelphia. Toronto offers efficient connections and allows you to clear Canadian customs during the layover, while the U.S. hubs provide extensive domestic networks, frequent flights, and streamlined transfers."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Fort Myers to Montréal?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance is generally good, though afternoon thunderstorms in Florida can cause delays. Early flights, particularly on Air Canada, tend to depart closer to schedule."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Montréal?",
        "answer": "May to June and September to early October offer pleasant temperatures, blooming or fall foliage, and fewer tourists than peak summer."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Fort Myers to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for your stay, any required visa or eTA, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage and any necessary vaccination certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Montréal?",
        "answer": "Montréal has one main passenger airport, Montréal‑Trudeau, which is about 20 km west of downtown and serves all airlines flying to the city. A smaller airport, Montréal‑Mirabel, handles only cargo, so you will use Montréal‑Trudeau for your trip."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Page Field from the city center?",
        "answer": "Page Field is a general aviation airport with no public transit or dedicated shuttle service from downtown Fort Myers, so the only practical options are ride‑share, taxi, or driving yourself. Ride‑share and taxis are the most popular and offer door‑to‑door convenience, while driving and parking on‑site is straightforward and typically the cheapest choice. The trip takes about 10–15 minutes depending on traffic.",
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            "time_published": "2026-01-13T16:31:00Z"
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      },
      "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, but the Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel is directly connected to the terminal via a complimentary shuttle. The Sheraton is located at 555 Boulevard McMillan and provides easy access, while inside the terminal, overnight sleepers can use benches, armrest-free chairs, and some recliners in designated rest areas.",
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            "title": "Montreal Trudeau Airport Guide (YUL) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2018-10-02T00:00:16Z"
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            "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"
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            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360002576638-Is-there-a-baggage-porter-service-at-YUL",
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            "title": "Private Departure Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL",
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Trudeau Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL) offers free Wi‑Fi throughout the terminals. A currency exchange office is available, and there is a designated prayer or meditation space. These amenities are located in the public and post‑security areas.",
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            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/categories/360000107258-Airport-Services",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Fort Myers to Montréal?",
        "answer": "There is no nonstop service between Fort Myers (FMY) and Montréal (YUL). On typical one-stop itineraries, the longer leg is most often operated by an Airbus A319, Boeing 737 MAX 8 or 9, or a Canadair Regional Jet 900, with connections through Toronto (YYZ), Charlotte (CLT), Chicago O'Hare (ORD), or Philadelphia (PHL). The exact aircraft varies by day and airline, and on the shorter connecting leg you may see regional jets like the Embraer 175 or Canadair Regional Jet 700/900, or mainline Airbus A320-family and Boeing 737 types. Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these aircraft, though specific offerings depend on the carrier.",
        "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 Myers to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Porter Airlines is the only carrier flying nonstop from Fort Myers (RSW) to Montréal (YUL), and it belongs to no global airline alliance. Other alliances like Star Alliance may serve the route via connections, but the sole nonstop operator is unaffiliated.",
        "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 Myers?",
        "answer": "Fort Myers (FMY) is a small general aviation airport with no airline-branded lounges (like Delta Sky Club or American Admirals Club) and no widely known independent lounges (such as Priority Pass or Plaza Premium). The airport’s terminal is compact, with basic seating areas and a small café, but no dedicated lounge spaces for business class, elite status, or day-pass access.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Fort Myers to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on flights from Fort Myers to Montréal depends on the airline and fare class. Basic economy tickets are typically restrictive and may not include a checked bag, while standard international economy fares often include one free checked bag. A carry‑on bag is usually included in both fare types."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Fort Myers to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Flights from Fort Myers to Montréal typically offer Economy class only, as Premium Economy and flat-bed Business are uncommon on this short-haul route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ 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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