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    "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": "EDI",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Edinburgh",
      "fullCity": "Edinburgh, Scotland",
      "airport": "Edinburgh Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from New York City to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from New York (JFK) to Edinburgh (EDI) typically takes about 6 hours 50 minutes to 7 hours 10 minutes eastbound. Westbound, the return flight usually takes around 7 hours 30 minutes to 8 hours due to prevailing winds. Flights with one stop, often via London or Dublin, generally range from 9 to 12 hours total travel time."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from New York City to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Yes, three airlines fly non‑stop from JFK to Edinburgh: Delta, American, and JetBlue, all operating daily. Delta runs up to eight departures a day (mostly in the 9–10 p.m. window), American has three, and JetBlue has one. Non‑stop flights take about 6 hours 55 minutes, with typical fares around $878–$1,090.",
        "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. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price. 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 New York City to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Yes — there are travel‑authorization requirements for a flight from New York City to Edinburgh, depending on your citizenship: If you are a U.S. citizen, beginning January 8, 2025, you must obtain a valid UK Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before entering or transiting through the UK for short visits (tourism, business, etc.). If you are a British or other non‑U.S. national, whether you need a visa or ETA depends on your nationality. The UK requires visas or travel authorizations for some foreign nationals. For travelers going from Edinburgh back to New York City: if you are a national of a country eligible under the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, you may travel to the U.S. for short visits without a visa—but you must obtain ESTA approval in advance."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "From Edinburgh Airport, the tram is the most popular and reliable option, whisking you to the city center in about 30–35 minutes with frequent departures. The Airlink 100 express bus is another excellent choice, running 24/7 and reaching Waverley Bridge in roughly 25–30 minutes. Taxis are available at the east terminus rank and offer a door‑to‑door trip in 20–25 minutes for around £25–£30, while ride‑share services and several car rental desks are also on site. There is no direct train from the airport, but you can take the tram to connect to rail services. For most visitors, the tram or Airlink bus strike the best balance of speed, cost, and convenience.",
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            "url": "https://www.airport-edinburgh.com/transport.php",
            "title": "Edinburgh Airport Transport",
            "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.airport-edinburgh.com/?day=tomorrow",
            "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI)",
            "time_published": "2025-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "http://www.flightpedia.org/airports/edinburgh-airport.html",
            "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI)",
            "time_published": "2026-04-11T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport%20in%20Edinburgh",
            "title": "Transport in Edinburgh",
            "time_published": "2026-03-31T07:01:05Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Edinburgh",
            "title": "Transport in Edinburgh",
            "time_published": "2026-06-10T16:35:17Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from New York City to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from New York City to Edinburgh are October, September, and August, with average round-trip fares around $745–$777. The most expensive months are June, December, and January, when average prices climb to roughly $884–$970.",
        "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 Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "For flights from New York City to Edinburgh, the optimal booking window is roughly 10 to 13 weeks before departure, when average fares are around $830. Booking about 6 months out can yield the absolute lowest price (around $823), but waiting until the last minute can push fares above $1,170. For summer or holiday travel, demand is higher, so aiming for the earlier side of that window — or even a bit sooner — is wise to secure better prices.",
        "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 Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Yes, overnight red‑eye flights are available from New York JFK to Edinburgh. Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue all operate daily nonstop red‑eyes, with departures typically between 8:20 PM and 10:15 PM. These flights arrive in Edinburgh 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 New York City to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue all operate nonstop flights from New York JFK to Edinburgh. Delta offers the most frequent service with 49 weekly flights, typically priced around $878. American Airlines runs 21 weekly flights, with a median fare near $1,090, while JetBlue operates 7 weekly flights at a median of $1,209.",
        "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 New York City and Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Common layover hubs include Dublin, London, Amsterdam, and Reykjavik. Dublin offers US preclearance and a quick connection. London provides extensive flight options and frequent service. Amsterdam features a single-terminal, efficient transfer process. Reykjavik allows for a short, direct routing with competitive total travel times."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from New York City to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance is generally good, though afternoon and evening flights can be affected by JFK congestion. Early departures on Delta and JetBlue tend to be more punctual."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "May through June and September offer mild temperatures, longer daylight, and fewer tourists than the peak summer months."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from New York City to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months beyond your stay, any required visa or UK ETA, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage and any necessary vaccination or insurance documents."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Edinburgh has only one commercial airport, Edinburgh Airport, located about 8 miles west of the city centre with easy tram and bus links."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to John F Kennedy Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From Midtown Manhattan, the fastest and most popular way to JFK is the AirTrain combined with the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) from Penn Station or the subway (E, J, or Z lines) from various stations; the LIRR option takes about 35 minutes, while the subway takes about 50–60 minutes, both costing less than a taxi or ride-share. Ride-share services like Uber and Lyft, as well as yellow taxis (with a flat fare to Manhattan), are available curbside at each terminal and offer door-to-door convenience but are more expensive and subject to traffic. Shared shuttle vans and the Uber Shuttle provide a middle ground in cost and speed, with pickups at central locations like Port Authority. Driving yourself is possible via the JFK Expressway or Van Wyck Expressway, but parking is pricey and traffic can be heavy, so public transit is generally recommended unless you have lots of luggage or are traveling at off-peak hours.",
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            "time_published": "2025-12-23T18:54:39Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://jfkairport.com/transportation/ride-share-services",
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            "time_published": "2025-11-07T16:18:43Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=97218&diff=1343981798&oldid=1343041901&title=John_F._Kennedy_International_Airport",
            "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport: Difference between revisions",
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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/",
            "title": "JFK: Five Things (OK, Technically Six Things) You Probably Didn’t Know About John F. Kennedy International Airport |",
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Edinburgh airport?",
        "answer": "Edinburgh Airport does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods within the terminal. However, there are several nearby hotels that provide a more comfortable option for overnight stays, though specific shuttle services are not detailed in the available information.",
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/edinburgh-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Edinburgh Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2025-09-19T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/sleep-guide/sleeping-in-edinburgh-airport.htm",
            "title": "Edinburgh Airport Guide – Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-01-27T15:08:50Z"
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            "title": "Private One way Transfer Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh",
            "time_published": "2026-02-28T00:00:00Z"
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            "title": "Private One-Way Transfer from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-03-11T00:00:00Z"
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            "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Edinburgh Accommodation - Round-Trip Private Transfer",
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Edinburgh Airport?",
        "answer": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI) offers currency exchange services within its single terminal. Prayer rooms are available for travelers seeking a quiet space for reflection. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the terminal for passengers to stay connected.",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from New York City to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from New York JFK to Edinburgh most commonly use the Airbus A321-200 Neo (operated by American Airlines and Iberia), with Boeing 767-300 service from Delta and Boeing 757-200 service from United also appearing. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but these three types cover the nonstop options. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these transatlantic flights, though the specific offerings differ by carrier.",
        "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 Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "The three carriers flying nonstop from JFK to Edinburgh are Delta (SkyTeam), American Airlines (oneworld), and JetBlue, which belongs to no alliance. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but no Star Alliance 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.",
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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from New York City?",
        "answer": "JFK has a wide range of lounges across its terminals. In Terminal 1, you'll find airline lounges like the Lufthansa Senator and Business Lounges, Air France Lounge (with Clarins spa treatments), Korean Air KAL Business Class Lounge, and Turkish Airlines Lounge, plus the independent Primeclass Lounge (available via Priority Pass with a buffet and showers) and VIP ONE Lounge. Terminal 4 features the Centurion Lounge (for Amex Platinum and Centurion cardholders), two Delta Sky Clubs (Concourse A and B, accessible with Delta One, SkyTeam Elite Plus, or membership), the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse, and the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club with Etihad Airways (open 5 AM–11 PM). Terminal 8 has Minute Suites for rest and relaxation. Eligibility generally requires a same-day boarding pass, with access depending on class of service, elite status, or lounge membership programs like Priority Pass.",
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            "time_published": "2026-05-06T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/united-states/new-york-city-sky-club-jfk-airport-map",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from New York City to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance varies by airline and fare type. Basic economy often excludes checked bags, while standard international economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from New York City to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "On the New York City to Edinburgh route, you can typically book Economy and flat-bed Business class, with Premium Economy available on select airlines."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets usually allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy generally does not."
      }
    }
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