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    "Key": "ICN-YNJ",
    "orig": {
      "code": "ICN",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Seoul",
      "fullCity": "Seoul, Korea",
      "airport": "Incheon Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "YNJ",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Yanji",
      "fullCity": "Yanji, China",
      "airport": "Chaoyangchuan Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Seoul to Yanji?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Seoul Incheon (ICN) to Yanji (YNJ) typically takes about 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 50 minutes. There are no common one-stop options on this short route, and the flight duration is similar in both directions."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Seoul to Yanji?",
        "answer": "Yes, six airlines fly nonstop from Seoul Incheon to Yanji: Asiana (OZ), Korean Air (KE), Air China (CA), China Eastern (MU), China Southern (CZ), and Jeju Air (7C). Most operate daily, with Asiana offering three daily departures, Korean Air two, and the others one each; Jeju Air flies six days a week, skipping Tuesdays. In total there are about 56 weekly nonstop flights, with departure times spread from mid-morning to early 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. 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. 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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        ]
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Seoul to Yanji?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are visa requirements for this international route. If you are a South Korean national, you can enter China without a visa for stays up to 30 days under the current visa waiver program (effective until December 31, 2025). If you are a Chinese national, you need a visa to enter South Korea for most purposes, unless you qualify for visa-free entry under specific conditions (e.g., transit or certain group tours). Travelers of other nationalities should check both Chinese and South Korean visa requirements based on their citizenship."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Yanji?",
        "answer": "Yanji Chaoyangchuan International Airport is about 5 km from the city center, and taxis are the most common and quickest way to make the trip, typically taking 10–15 minutes. There is no dedicated airport rail link, but local public buses serve the airport, though they are slower and less convenient with luggage. Ride-sharing apps are available in Yanji but may have limited English support, and car rentals exist but are rarely used by visitors for such a short journey. Overall, taxis offer the best balance of speed and simplicity for most travelers.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/YNJ",
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            "time_published": "2023-08-18T23:19:48Z"
          },
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            "time_published": "2026-05-06T23:19:22Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yanji%20Chaoyangchuan%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Yanji Chaoyangchuan International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-28T21:09:18Z"
          },
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            "title": "Yanji Chaoyangchuan International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-06-29T21:18:29Z"
          },
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            "title": "List of airport railway stations",
            "time_published": "2026-04-13T22:04:09Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Seoul to Yanji?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red-eye) flights are available from Seoul (ICN) to Yanji (YNJ) — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red-eye long leg appear in the schedule.",
        "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 Seoul to Yanji?",
        "answer": "Non‑stop flights from Seoul Incheon to Yanji are operated by Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Air China, China Eastern, China Southern, and Jeju Air. Asiana runs 15 weekly flights, Korean Air 14, while Air China, China Eastern, and China Southern each offer 7 per week; Jeju Air flies 6 times weekly. Fares are not available for 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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      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Seoul and Yanji?",
        "answer": "Common layovers include Beijing, Shanghai Pudong, and Qingdao. These hubs offer frequent connections from Seoul and efficient transfer processes, with Beijing and Shanghai providing extensive domestic networks for onward travel to Yanji. Total travel times remain competitive, typically under 10 hours."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Seoul to Yanji?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance is generally reliable, though afternoon flights can be affected by air traffic or weather. Early departures, particularly on Korean Air and Asiana, tend to have the best punctuality."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Yanji?",
        "answer": "May to June and September offer mild temperatures and fewer tourists, ideal for sightseeing."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Seoul to Yanji?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, a Chinese visa or appropriate permit, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for baggage. Check if any vaccination certificates are currently required."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Yanji?",
        "answer": "Yanji has only one airport, Yanji Chaoyangchuan International Airport (YNJ), which serves all flights to the city."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Incheon Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "Getting from downtown Seoul to Incheon Airport is easiest by the Airport Railroad (AREX) express train, which reaches Seoul Station in about 43 minutes and is the fastest option. Comfortable airport limousine buses serve major districts like Gangnam and Dongdaemun for a similar price, though they take longer in traffic. Taxis and ride-share services offer door‑to‑door convenience at a higher cost, while driving yourself is possible but parking fees can add up.",
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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",
            "title": "Transportation in Seoul",
            "time_published": "2025-09-22T07:17:16Z"
          },
          {
            "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 Yanji airport?",
        "answer": "Yanji Chaoyangchuan International Airport (YNJ) does not have on‑site hotels, capsule hotels or sleeping pods. The closest accommodation is the IBIS Yanji Renmin Road Hotel in the city center, which is not connected by a direct airport shuttle and requires a short drive or taxi ride.",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-28T21:09:18Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/pyongyang-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Pyongyang Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2025-05-02T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://all.accor.com/hotel/B642/index.en.shtml",
            "title": "IBIS Yanji Renmin Road Hotel - ALL",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/yakutsk-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Yakutsk Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2025-05-27T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://wego.com.sg/airports/ynj/airports-in-yanji/yanji-airport-ynj",
            "title": "Yanji Airport, China - www.wego.com.sg",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Chaoyangchuan Airport?",
        "answer": "Yanji Chaoyangchuan International Airport (YNJ) is a small joint military-civilian airport with limited publicly documented amenities. There is no specific mention of currency exchange offices, prayer rooms, or free Wi‑Fi in available airport information. Travelers should plan to handle currency exchange in the city and not rely on these services at the airport.",
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            "time_published": "2026-05-06T23:19:22Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Seoul to Yanji?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Seoul to Yanji are operated by Jeju Air, China Southern, and Air China, with the Boeing 737 and A320 families being the most common aircraft. Jeju Air uses both unspecified 737s and standard Boeing 737s, China Southern flies the Airbus A320-200 Neo, and Air China operates the Boeing 737-800. On any given day the exact type can vary, but travelers can expect a single-aisle jet; Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these modern narrowbodies.",
        "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 Yanji?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Seoul Incheon to Yanji are operated by Asiana Airlines (Star Alliance), Korean Air (SkyTeam), Air China (Star Alliance), China Eastern (SkyTeam), China Southern (no alliance), and Jeju Air (no alliance). Star Alliance and SkyTeam both serve the route through their member carriers, while China Southern and Jeju Air are unaffiliated with any major global alliance.",
        "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 Seoul?",
        "answer": "At Seoul Incheon, Terminal 1 offers three Asiana Airlines Business Class Lounges (East, Central, and West) for Asiana business-class and Star Alliance Gold passengers, plus several independent lounges including Sky Hub Lounges (East and West) and MATINA Lounges (East and West). Terminal 2 has a MATINA Lounge and multiple Sky Hub Lounges, one of which operates 24 hours except for a brief closure from 21:30 to 00:00. The Sky Hub Lounges are accessible via Priority Pass and offer complimentary Wi‑Fi, alcoholic drinks, and flight monitors, while the MATINA Lounges similarly accept Priority Pass and day-pass guests. Asiana’s lounges provide a quieter space with Korean dining options and shower facilities, reserved for premium cabin flyers and elite members.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "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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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Seoul to Yanji?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on Seoul to Yanji flights depends on the airline and fare type. Basic economy may exclude a free checked bag, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins offer higher allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Seoul to Yanji?",
        "answer": "Seoul to Yanji flights commonly offer Economy class; Premium Economy and flat-bed Business are generally not available on this short regional route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies depend on the airline and fare type; flexible and premium tickets typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while restrictive fares usually do not."
      }
    }
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