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    "Key": "FUK-ICN",
    "orig": {
      "code": "FUK",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Fukuoka",
      "fullCity": "Fukuoka, Japan",
      "airport": "Fukuoka Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "ICN",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Seoul",
      "fullCity": "Seoul, Korea",
      "airport": "Incheon Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Fukuoka to Seoul?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Fukuoka (FUK) to Seoul Incheon (ICN) typically takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. The return flight from Seoul to Fukuoka is slightly shorter, usually around 1 hour and 20 minutes due to prevailing tailwinds. There are no faster airline-specific variations on this short route."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Fukuoka to Seoul?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of nonstop flights from Fukuoka (FUK) to Seoul Incheon (ICN). Eight airlines — Jeju Air (7C), Air Seoul (RS), Jin Air (LJ), Air Busan (BX), Korean Air (KE), Eastar Jet (ZE), T'way Air (TW), and Asiana Airlines (OZ) — fly the route daily, with a combined total of 168 weekly departures spread across morning, afternoon, and evening.",
        "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 Fukuoka to Seoul?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are visa requirements. Japanese passport holders can enter South Korea visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism or business. South Korean passport holders can enter Japan visa-free for up to 90 days. Nationals of other countries should check specific requirements for both Japan and South Korea, as rules vary by citizenship."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Seoul?",
        "answer": "From Incheon Airport, the fastest and most popular option into Seoul is the AREX express train, reaching Seoul Station in about 43 minutes. Limousine buses offer a comfortable, direct ride to major districts like Gangnam or Dongdaemun, with fares around 17,000–18,000 KRW. Taxis are readily available but can be expensive and subject to traffic, while ride-share apps are not widely used. Car rentals are possible but not recommended for city-center travel due to congestion and limited parking. Overall, the AREX train is the most-used choice for its speed and reliability.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://airport.kr/bbs/ap_en/937/138233/artclView.do",
            "title": "K2Web Wizard",
            "time_published": "2024-10-16T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.airport.kr/ap_en/1507/subview.do",
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_Seoul",
            "title": "Transportation in Seoul",
            "time_published": "2025-09-22T07:17:16Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Incheon%20International%20Airport%20Terminal%201%20station",
            "title": "Incheon International Airport Terminal 1 station",
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Fukuoka to Seoul?",
        "answer": "Yes, Korean Air operates a daily nonstop red-eye from Fukuoka to Seoul Incheon, departing at 21:05 (9:05 PM). The flight arrives 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 Fukuoka to Seoul?",
        "answer": "Seven airlines operate nonstop from Fukuoka to Seoul: Jeju Air (7C), Korean Air (KE), Air Busan (BX), Jin Air (LJ), Eastar Jet (ZE), T'way Air (TW), Air Seoul (RS), and Asiana Airlines (OZ). Korean Air and Jeju Air offer the most frequent service with 28 weekly flights each, while Air Seoul and Asiana operate 14 weekly flights, and the remaining carriers fly 21 times per week. Flight times are spread throughout the day, with departures from morning to evening. Specific median fares aren't available for this route, but competition among many carriers typically keeps prices reasonable.",
        "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 Fukuoka and Seoul?",
        "answer": "Direct flights are common; if you need a connection, Tokyo (Narita or Haneda) and Osaka (Kansai) are typical hubs offering frequent connections and efficient transfers, while Shanghai (Pudong) may be used but often requires a visa for transit."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Fukuoka to Seoul?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance is generally high, though afternoon flights can encounter minor delays. Early departures, particularly on Korean Air and Asiana, offer the best punctuality."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Seoul?",
        "answer": "April to early 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 Fukuoka to Seoul?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for the duration of your stay, any required visa or K-ETA authorization, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage and any applicable vaccination certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Seoul?",
        "answer": "Incheon is the primary international airport, located 48 km west of downtown, serving most full‑service carriers and alliances. Gimpo, closer to the city centre at 15 km, handles domestic flights and some regional routes to Japan and China, making it convenient for short‑haul travel."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Fukuoka Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "The Fukuoka City Subway’s Airport Line runs directly from Hakata and Tenjin stations to the domestic terminal in about 6–12 minutes, making it the fastest and most popular option for a flat fare of a few hundred yen. Airport buses also serve major hotels and Hakata Station with similar travel times and slightly higher cost, while taxis and ride‑share from downtown take about 15–20 minutes and cost roughly ¥1,500–¥2,500. Driving is possible with paid parking at the airport, though traffic can add delays.",
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fukuoka%20City%20Subway",
            "title": "Fukuoka City Subway",
            "time_published": "2026-03-29T01:30:55Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Fukuoka_City_Subway_stations",
            "title": "List of Fukuoka City Subway stations",
            "time_published": "2026-03-23T01:37:54Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List%20of%20Fukuoka%20City%20Subway%20stations",
            "title": "List of Fukuoka City Subway stations",
            "time_published": "2026-03-23T01:37:54Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airport%20Line%20%28Fukuoka%29",
            "title": "Airport Line (Fukuoka)",
            "time_published": "2026-03-23T01:24:28Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?mobileaction=toggle_view_mobile&title=Transport_in_Fukuoka-Kitakyushu",
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            "time_published": "2010-01-20T22:04:35Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Seoul airport?",
        "answer": "Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) has an on-site transit hotel located airside on the 4th floor of Terminal 1, offering rooms in 6‑hour blocks. In Terminal 2, airside nap/rest zones with reclined loungers are available near Gates 262–268, and landside areas on Level 1 have wide, armrest‑free benches suitable for sleeping. No shuttle is required for these in‑terminal options, though a free underground train connects the two terminals.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/seoul-incheon-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Seoul Incheon Airport Guide (ICN) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "time_published": "2018-10-02T00:00:42Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.walkerhill.com/transithotel/customer/FAQ",
            "title": "Incheon Airport Transit Hotel",
            "time_published": "2022-06-13T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/asia/seoul.htm",
            "title": "Seoul Incheon Airport Guide (ICN) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-04-13T17:34:21Z"
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            "url": "https://www.walkerhill.com/transithotel/en/t1/about/Introduction.jsp",
            "title": "Incheon Airport Transit Hotel",
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          {
            "url": "https://all.accor.com/a/en/destination/city/hotels-seoul-v5556.html",
            "title": "Hotels in Seoul | Accor ALL.com",
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            "url": "https://www.walkerhill.com/transithotel/m/en/t1/about/Introduction.jsp",
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Incheon Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Incheon International Airport offers currency exchange offices in the public areas of Terminals 1 and 2, typically on the 3rd floor departure level and 1st floor arrival level, with additional counters in the duty-free zones. Prayer rooms are available within the airport, though specific terminal locations are not detailed in the current amenity information. Free Wi‑Fi is provided throughout the airport, accessible in all passenger areas of both terminals and the Concourse.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://airport.kr/ap_en/1562/subview.do",
            "title": "International Incheon Airport"
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          {
            "url": "https://airport.kr/ap_en/1542/subview.do",
            "title": "International Incheon Airport",
            "time_published": "1999-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Incheon%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Incheon International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T15:03:57Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Incheon_International_Airport_Interior.jpg",
            "time_published": "2013-06-13T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Fukuoka to Seoul?",
        "answer": "Flights from Fukuoka to Seoul mostly use Boeing 737 variants, with the 737 MAX 8, 737-800, and standard 737 appearing frequently. Wider aircraft like the Airbus A330-300 and Boeing 777-300ER also operate on the route, along with Airbus A321 types. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but narrow-body jets are the most common.",
        "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Fukuoka to Seoul?",
        "answer": "SkyTeam (Korean Air) and Star Alliance (Asiana Airlines) serve Fukuoka to Seoul nonstop. The six other nonstop carriers — Jeju Air, Air Busan, Jin Air, Eastar Jet, T'way Air, and Air Seoul — are all unaffiliated low-cost carriers.",
        "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 Fukuoka?",
        "answer": "The Korean Air KAL Lounge in the International Terminal (airside, near Gate 56) is the primary airline-branded lounge and is accessible to Priority Pass members and premium cabin passengers. It operates in two windows (8:00 AM–3:00 PM and 6:30 PM–9:00 PM) and offers spirits, beer, wine, Wi‑Fi, and TV lounges. A second option, Lounge Fukuoka, is also in the International Terminal but specific details on eligibility and amenities are limited.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/FUK/Korean-Air-KAL-Lounge-International-Terminal-1jdRPwVERr/",
            "title": "Korean Air KAL Lounge at Fukuoka Airport | Amex US",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/fi-fi/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/FUK",
            "title": "American Express Lounges at Fukuoka Airport | Amex FI",
            "time_published": "2026-05-02T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/lounges/japan/fukuoka-international",
            "title": "Fukuoka Airport FUK Lounges - FUK Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com:443/fr-FR/lounges/japan/fukuoka-itazuke-air-base/fuk-korean-air-lounge",
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            "url": "https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_AE/destinations/airports/fukuoka-airport.html",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Fukuoka to Seoul?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules depend on the airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets on Fukuoka–Seoul flights may not include a checked bag, while standard economy typically allows one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium fares offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Fukuoka to Seoul?",
        "answer": "Flights from Fukuoka to Seoul usually offer Economy and flat‑bed Business class; Premium Economy is uncommon on this short route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher‑cabin tickets often permit same‑day changes or standby, while restricted economy fares typically do not."
      }
    }
  }
}