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    "Key": "JFK-AMM",
    "orig": {
      "code": "JFK",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "New York City",
      "fullCity": "New York City, New York",
      "airport": "John F Kennedy Intl Airport"
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      "code": "AMM",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Amman",
      "fullCity": "Amman, Jordan",
      "airport": "Queen Alia Intl Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from New York City to Amman?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from New York (JFK) to Amman (AMM) typically takes about 10 hours 45 minutes to 11 hours 30 minutes. With one stop, common layovers include European hubs like London or Frankfurt, extending total travel time to 13–16 hours. Return flights are often slightly shorter, averaging around 11 hours nonstop, and Royal Jordanian operates the fastest direct service on this route."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from New York City to Amman?",
        "answer": "Royal Jordanian flies nonstop from JFK to Amman with up to 10 weekly flights, operating daily. Departures are typically in the evening around 20:20 and 21:10, and the median fare is roughly $1,440.",
        "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 New York City to Amman?",
        "answer": "Yes. For a flight from New York City to Amman, Jordan: If you are a U.S. citizen, you can obtain a visa on arrival in Jordan for tourism, or apply for an e‑visa or visa through the embassy beforehand. If you are a Jordanian citizen, you need a valid U.S. visa (or an ESTA if eligible under the Visa Waiver Program) to enter the United States. For travelers of other nationalities, check both U.S. exit/entry rules and Jordan’s visa policy based on your passport."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Amman?",
        "answer": "From Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to central Amman, the fastest and most-used option is a taxi, which takes about 35–45 minutes and costs around 20–25 JOD. Ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem are also available and similarly priced. Public buses, including the Amman Bus and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lines, offer a cheaper alternative, but they do not directly serve the airport terminal—you would need a taxi or shuttle to reach a bus stop first. Car rentals are available at the airport from major agencies, though driving in Amman can be challenging for visitors. The airport taxi is the most reliable and popular choice for most travelers.",
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            "time_published": "2025-03-20T20:43:59Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amman_Bus",
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          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amman%20Bus%20Rapid%20Transit",
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            "time_published": "2026-01-03T21:43:57Z"
          },
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      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from New York City to Amman?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from New York JFK to Amman are April, September, and October, with average fares as low as $979 in April. The most expensive months are June, January, and December, where average prices peak around $1,273 in June.",
        "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 New York City to Amman?",
        "answer": "For flights from New York City to Amman, the optimal booking window is about 6 to 9 weeks before departure, with average fares around $1,172. Booking around 65 days out can score the lowest price near $1,167, while last-minute tickets climb to about $1,343. For summer or holiday travel, when demand spikes, it's wise to lean toward the earlier end of that window or even a bit sooner, as fares may rise faster and availability tighten.",
        "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 New York City to Amman?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red-eye) flights operate from New York JFK to Amman — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red-eye long leg are available on this route.",
        "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 New York City to Amman?",
        "answer": "Royal Jordanian flies nonstop from New York JFK to Amman, with 10 weekly flights departing daily in the evening. The median fare is around $1,440. Other carriers may also serve the route via connections, but Royal Jordanian is the only airline with nonstop service.",
        "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 New York City and Amman?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Doha, Dubai, Istanbul, and London. Doha and Dubai offer efficient transfers and broad connections via Qatar Airways and Emirates. Istanbul provides numerous onward flights with Turkish Airlines. London allows visa‑free transit for many nationalities when staying airside, though verify current requirements."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from New York City to Amman?",
        "answer": "On-time reliability is generally good, but afternoon and evening flights face higher risk of delays due to JFK congestion. Early departures, particularly on Royal Jordanian, tend to have better punctuality."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Amman?",
        "answer": "March to May and September to November offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from New York City to Amman?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months beyond your stay, obtain a Jordan visa in advance or on arrival, and carry proof of onward travel, payment for baggage, and any required vaccination certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Amman?",
        "answer": "Amman has one main airport, Queen Alia International Airport, located about 30 km south of downtown."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to John F Kennedy Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "The AirTrain connects all terminals to the Jamaica and Howard Beach stations, where you can transfer to the subway (E, J, Z lines) or the Long Island Rail Road for a direct ride into Manhattan; it's the most popular option and costs about $8.25 for the AirTrain plus a subway or LIRR fare. Taxis offer a flat rate to Manhattan (around $70 plus tolls and tip), while ride‑share services like Uber and Lyft pick up at designated areas outside baggage claim and charge variable rates. Shuttle vans and private car services are also available, and driving yourself means taking the Van Wyck Expressway with on‑airport parking lots and a free cell‑phone waiting lot.",
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            "time_published": "2025-12-23T18:54:39Z"
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            "time_published": "2025-11-07T16:18:43Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-03-17T15:31:18Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John%20F.%20Kennedy%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport",
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            "url": "https://portfolio.panynj.gov/2015/12/15/jfk-five-things-ok-technically-six-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-john-f-kennedy-international-airport/",
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      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Amman airport?",
        "answer": "Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) does not have an on-site hotel, capsule hotel, or sleeping pods inside the terminal. However, there are nearby hotels such as the ibis Amman and various airport transfer services that can provide a quick connection to off-site accommodations; travelers have also reported quiet spots airside near Gates 228 and 203 for resting.",
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/jordan/amman/activities/amman_airport_private_departure_transfer-XUOXGU?property=AMMJR",
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Queen Alia Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Queen Alia International Airport in Amman offers currency exchange offices, prayer rooms, and free Wi‑Fi. Currency exchange services are available in the arrivals and departures areas of the terminal. Prayer rooms are located throughout the terminal, including near the main concourse. Free Wi‑Fi is accessible across the airport for all passengers.",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from New York City to Amman?",
        "answer": "The most common aircraft on the JFK–Amman route is the Boeing 787 (including the 787-8), flown nonstop by Royal Jordanian. On connecting itineraries, the Boeing 777 family (777-300ER, 777, and 777-200) dominates the long leg via Doha with Qatar Airways, while Turkish Airlines uses a mix of 777-300ER and 787-9 via Istanbul. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but travelers can generally expect widebody jets with Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment on these flights.",
        "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 New York City to Amman?",
        "answer": "Royal Jordanian serves New York JFK to Amman nonstop, and it's a member of the Oneworld alliance. No other alliances have a nonstop presence on this route, but connecting itineraries may be available through other alliance 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.",
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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from New York City?",
        "answer": "At JFK, Terminal 1 has several airline lounges, including Lufthansa's Senator and Business Lounges, an Air France Lounge with Clarins spa treatments, a Primeclass Lounge offering a stylish Manhattan-hotel feel with showers and a business center, and a Turkish Airlines Lounge. Terminal 4 features two Delta Sky Clubs, the Centurion Lounge, a Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse, and the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club with Etihad Airways, which is open from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Access to these lounges generally requires a same-day boarding pass and eligibility through a premium cabin ticket, elite status, or a day pass where available. The Air France Lounge, for example, is accessible with a business class ticket or Priority Pass membership, while the Delta Sky Clubs can be entered with a Delta One ticket, SkyTeam Elite Plus status, or a qualifying American Express card. Many lounges offer complimentary food and drinks, Wi-Fi, and shower facilities, with some like the Air France Lounge providing unique amenities such as pre-flight beauty treatments.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from New York City to Amman?",
        "answer": "On New York City to Amman flights, baggage rules vary by airline and fare. Basic economy often excludes checked luggage, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances."
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      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from New York City to Amman?",
        "answer": "Flights from New York City to Amman generally offer Economy and flat‑bed Business class, with Premium Economy available on select airlines."
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      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while discounted economy fares typically do not."
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