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      "code": "GAU",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Guwahati",
      "fullCity": "Guwahati, India",
      "airport": "Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi Intl Airport"
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    "dest": {
      "code": "DEL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Delhi",
      "fullCity": "Delhi, India",
      "airport": "Indira Gandhi Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Guwahati to Delhi?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Guwahati (GAU) to Delhi (DEL) typically takes about 2 hours 35 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes. Flights with a layover, often in Kolkata, usually extend the journey to 4 hours or more depending on the connection time. The return flight from Delhi to Guwahati takes roughly the same amount of time."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Guwahati to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of non‑stop flights from Guwahati (GAU) to Delhi (DEL). Four airlines — IndiGo (6E), Air India Express (IX), Air India (AI), and SpiceJet (SG) — operate a combined 153 weekly flights, all running daily. IndiGo leads with 10 departures a day (the first at 05:40, the last at 20:30), while Air India Express offers six daily flights including a red‑eye at 21:15.",
        "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. 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 Guwahati to Delhi?",
        "answer": "No visa is required for this domestic flight within India. Indian nationals can travel freely between Guwahati and Delhi. Foreign nationals visiting India must already possess a valid Indian visa to enter the country, but no additional visa or travel authorization is needed for this domestic leg."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Guwahati to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Yes, Air India Express operates a daily nonstop red-eye from Guwahati to Delhi, departing at 9:15 PM. The flight departs late evening and, on a route of this length, typically lands well after midnight — arriving in the early hours of 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 Guwahati to Delhi?",
        "answer": "IndiGo, Air India Express, Air India, and SpiceJet all operate non‑stop flights from Guwahati to Delhi. IndiGo is the most frequent, with 70 weekly departures, followed by Air India Express at 42, Air India at 28, and SpiceJet at 13. Specific median fares aren't available for this route, but all four carriers offer daily service throughout the day.",
        "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 Guwahati and Delhi?",
        "answer": "Since this is a domestic route within India, connections are uncommon as there are many direct flights. If a layover is required, it is typically in Kolkata or Mumbai, which offer frequent onward services to Delhi."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Guwahati to Delhi?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance varies, with winter fog often causing delays. Early flights on IndiGo or Air India tend to be more reliable."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Delhi?",
        "answer": "October to March offers pleasant, mild weather and fewer tourists than peak winter holidays."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Guwahati to Delhi?",
        "answer": "For domestic travel within India, carry a valid government-issued photo ID such as an Aadhaar card, passport, or driver's license. No visa or vaccination certificate is required, but have a payment method for baggage fees."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Delhi?",
        "answer": "Delhi has only one airport, Indira Gandhi International Airport, which serves all flights to the city."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) is about 20 km from central Guwahati. The most popular and reliable option is a pre‑paid taxi or app‑based ride‑share from the city center, taking roughly 45–60 minutes depending on traffic. Public city buses and the Assam State Transport Corporation operate limited services to the airport, but they are infrequent and slower. Driving yourself is possible with paid parking available at the terminal, though navigating local traffic can be challenging.",
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      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Delhi airport?",
        "answer": "Delhi Airport (DEL) offers several on‑site hotels, including a Holiday Inn Express inside the terminal and the Delhi Airport Transit Hotel located near the Aerocity area, which is connected by a short shuttle. The Transit Hotel is accessible from Terminal 3 without needing to clear immigration, and capsule‑style sleeping pods are available in the domestic arrivals area of Terminal 3. Other nearby hotels in Aerocity provide free shuttle service and can be reached in under 10 minutes.",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Guwahati to Delhi?",
        "answer": "The most common aircraft on the nonstop Guwahati–Delhi route are the Airbus A321-100, Boeing 737, Airbus A320-100, and Airbus A320-200 Neo, with some flights showing an unspecified type. The exact aircraft varies by day and airline — Air India Express, IndiGo, and Air India all operate the route with a mix of these narrowbody jets. On connecting itineraries, the longer leg typically uses a Boeing 737 or an Airbus A320 family aircraft, often routing through Bengaluru or Kolkata. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these aircraft types across Indian carriers, though the specifics depend on the airline and individual aircraft configuration.",
        "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 Guwahati to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Star Alliance serves the Guwahati–Delhi route through Air India. The other nonstop carriers — IndiGo, Air India Express, and SpiceJet — do not belong to any global alliance, though other alliances may offer connecting itineraries 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. 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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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Guwahati?",
        "answer": "Guwahati airport has a single lounge, ",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Guwahati to Delhi?",
        "answer": "For domestic flights within India, baggage rules depend on the airline. Basic or Lite fares often exclude checked bags, while standard economy usually includes 15 kg checked baggage and one carry‑on. Check your specific airline for exact limits."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Guwahati to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Flights from Guwahati to Delhi usually offer Economy and some airlines provide flat‑bed Business class; Premium Economy is not common on this domestic 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 allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares rarely do."
      }
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