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  "response": {
    "Key": "ICN-MYJ",
    "orig": {
      "code": "ICN",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Seoul",
      "fullCity": "Seoul, Korea",
      "airport": "Incheon Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "MYJ",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Matsuyama",
      "fullCity": "Matsuyama, Japan",
      "airport": "Matsuyama Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Seoul to Matsuyama?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Seoul (ICN) to Matsuyama (MYJ). The fastest one-stop flights, often via Tokyo Narita or Fukuoka, take around 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes total travel time. Return flights typically have similar durations."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Seoul to Matsuyama?",
        "answer": "Jeju Air (7C) flies nonstop from Seoul Incheon (ICN) to Matsuyama (MYJ) with two daily flights, operating every day of the week — one departing at 07:00 and another at 13:15, for a total of 14 weekly nonstop frequencies.",
        "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 Seoul to Matsuyama?",
        "answer": "Yes — visa requirements depend on citizenship. For South Korean nationals traveling to Japan: as of 2025, South Korean passport holders do not need a visa for short-term stays (typically up to 90 days) for tourism, business, or visiting relatives, but they must hold a valid passport. For Japanese nationals traveling to South Korea: Japanese passport holders are visa-exempt for stays up to 90 days for tourism or business. Travelers of other nationalities should check both Japanese and South Korean entry rules based on their passport. Always verify current policies before travel."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Matsuyama?",
        "answer": "Matsuyama Airport is about 5.6 km from the city center. The most practical and popular option is the limousine bus, which connects the airport to major points like JR Matsuyama Station and Matsuyama City Station in about 15–20 minutes. Taxis are readily available and provide a faster, door-to-door ride. Ride-sharing services are not commonly used in Matsuyama, and car rentals are available at the airport but are more useful for exploring beyond the city. The limousine bus is the most used option for its balance of cost and convenience.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matsuyama_Airport",
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            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-07-07T20:00:45Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matsuyama%20Station%20%28Ehime%29",
            "title": "Matsuyama Station (Ehime)",
            "time_published": "2025-10-15T07:46:30Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://faa.gov/mry",
            "title": "Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) | Federal Aviation Administration",
            "time_published": "2026-03-30T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://sua.faa.gov/sua/siteFrame.app?lat=38.90173&layers=BTTTTTTTTTTTTT&lon=-85.84167&zoom=8",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-21T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matsuyama_City_Station",
            "title": "Matsuyama City Station",
            "time_published": "2025-10-23T08:29:39Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Seoul to Matsuyama?",
        "answer": "No nonstop red-eye flights operate from Seoul (ICN) to Matsuyama (MYJ). One connecting itinerary includes an overnight leg: Asiana Airlines departs ICN at 21:10 and arrives at Tokyo Haneda (HND) at 23:30 the same night, then connects to an ANA flight after a long layover. Because the red-eye leg lands before midnight, it arrives the same evening rather than 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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      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Seoul and Matsuyama?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Tokyo (Narita or Haneda) and Osaka (Kansai or Itami), which offer frequent domestic connections to Matsuyama and efficient transfer processes. Fukuoka is another option, providing shorter flight segments. These hubs keep total travel time competitive and typically allow visa-free transit for eligible passengers."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Seoul to Matsuyama?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance is generally good, though afternoon flights may face minor delays due to airport congestion. Early departures on Asiana Airlines or Korean Air tend to be more reliable."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Matsuyama?",
        "answer": "April to May and October to November offer mild, pleasant weather and fewer tourists than peak seasons."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Seoul to Matsuyama?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for the duration of your stay, a visa if required, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage, and any necessary vaccination certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Matsuyama?",
        "answer": "Matsuyama Airport is the only airport serving the city. It is located about 6 km west of downtown Matsuyama and offers domestic connections to major Japanese cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka, with international flights to Seoul and Shanghai."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Incheon Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "The fastest and most popular way to reach Incheon Airport from downtown Seoul is the AREX express train, which whisks you directly to the terminals in about 40–50 minutes. Comfortable airport limousine buses are also widely used, offering direct service from major districts like Gangnam and Dongdaemun with fares around 17,000–18,000 KRW for adults. Taxis and ride‑share services provide door‑to‑door convenience but are generally the most expensive option, especially during peak traffic. Driving and parking at the airport is possible with long‑term lots available, though it’s less convenient than public transport given the distance from the city center.",
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            "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://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_Seoul",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Incheon%20International%20Airport%20Terminal%201%20station",
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Matsuyama airport?",
        "answer": "Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) does not have on‑site hotels, capsule hotels or sleeping pods. There are no dedicated rest zones or sleeping facilities inside the terminal. Nearby hotels are a 10‑ to 20‑minute drive away, but none are directly connected by an airport shuttle.",
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          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/matsuyama-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Matsuyama Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2025-10-29T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/lounges/matsuyama-airport-lounges.htm",
            "title": "Matsuyama Airport Lounges (MYJ)",
            "time_published": "2025-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/south-korea/busan/activities/private_airport_train_station_hotel_transfer_service_in_busan-X0DUSC?property=PUSFB",
            "title": "Private Airport, Train Station & Hotel Transfer Service in Busan",
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/japan/hokkaido/chitose/activities/skyexpress_private_transfer_new_chitose_airport_sapporo_pax-XZSXEH?property=CTSFE",
            "title": "SkyExpress Private Transfer:New Chitose Airport - Sapporo(15 Pax)",
            "time_published": "2026-01-21T00:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://www.walkerhill.com/transithotel/en/reservation/RoomSearchIntro.jsp",
            "title": "Incheon Airport Transit Hotel",
            "time_published": "2026-01-14T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/japan/izumisano/activities/unlimited_wifi_router_kansai_airport_terminal_pickup-XVB8U9",
            "title": "Unlimited WiFi Router - Kansai Airport Terminal 1 pickup",
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Matsuyama Airport?",
        "answer": "Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) offers free Wi‑Fi throughout the terminal. There is no information available on currency exchange offices or prayer rooms at the airport.",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-11T18:44:36Z"
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      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Seoul to Matsuyama?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Seoul (ICN) to Matsuyama (MYJ) use Boeing 737s, though some rotations show the aircraft type as unspecified — both are operated by Jeju Air. The most common one-stop itineraries connect via Tokyo Haneda (HND) on Boeing 787-8s or 787-9s, or via Osaka Kansai (KIX) on Airbus A330-300s, A350-900s, or A321 variants, with the Matsuyama leg typically flown by smaller regional types like the De Havilland Canada Dash 8-Q400, Boeing 737-800, or Embraer 170. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but widebody Airbus and Boeing twin-aisle jets dominate the longer segments while regional narrowbody and turboprop equipment handle the short hop into Matsuyama.",
        "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 Seoul to Matsuyama?",
        "answer": "The only airline flying nonstop from Seoul Incheon to Matsuyama is Jeju Air (7C), which is not a member of any global alliance. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but no Star Alliance, SkyTeam, or Oneworld carrier operates it nonstop.",
        "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 Seoul?",
        "answer": "Incheon Airport (ICN) offers several lounge options. Asiana Airlines operates three Business Class Lounges in Terminal 1 (East, Central, and West), accessible to Asiana business class passengers and Star Alliance Gold members, with the Central lounge featuring shower facilities. Delta Air Lines operates a Sky Club in Terminal 2 for eligible Delta premium cabin, elite, and SkyTeam Elite Plus passengers, offering Korean-inspired cuisine and a bar. Independent lounges include multiple Sky Hub Lounges (Terminals 1 and 2, plus the concourse) and MATINA Lounges (Terminals 1 and 2), all accessible via Priority Pass, LoungeKey, or day pass, providing buffet dining, showers, and runway views.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
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          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/ICN",
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          {
            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/south-korea/incheon-international",
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            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/asia/seoul-sky-club-airport-map",
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            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com:443/en-GB/lounges/south-korea/incheon-international/icn10-sky-hub-lounge",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Seoul to Matsuyama?",
        "answer": "On Seoul–Matsuyama flights, Basic Economy fares often exclude checked baggage. Standard economy usually includes one free checked bag and a carry‑on, while premium cabins offer larger allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Seoul to Matsuyama?",
        "answer": "Flights from Seoul to Matsuyama typically offer Economy and Business class with recliner seats rather than flat‑beds. Premium Economy is not common on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Same‑day changes and standby depend on the airline and fare class, with flexible and premium tickets offering better options than restricted fares."
      }
    }
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