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    "Key": "JFK-PTY",
    "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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    "dest": {
      "code": "PTY",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Panama City",
      "fullCity": "Panama City, Panama",
      "airport": "Tocumen Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from New York City to Panama City?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from New York City (JFK) to Panama City (PTY) typically takes about 5 hours 15 to 20 minutes. With one stop, depending on the layover city, total travel time often ranges from 7 to 9 hours. Copa Airlines and United offer nonstop service with similar flight times."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from New York City to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Yes, Copa Airlines flies nonstop from JFK to Panama City with 88 weekly flights, operating daily — there are departures spread throughout the day from early morning to late afternoon.",
        "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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      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from New York City to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Yes, visa requirements apply. For US citizens flying from New York City to Panama City, a visa is not required for stays of up to 180 days, but you must have a passport valid for at least three months beyond your stay and proof of onward travel. For Panamanian citizens traveling from Panama City to New York City, a visa is generally required unless they hold a valid US visa or are eligible for the Visa Waiver Program (which Panama is not currently part of). Panamanian citizens must apply for a US visa prior to travel. Other nationalities should check specific requirements for both Panama and the US."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from New York City to Panama City?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from New York JFK to Panama City is late summer through early fall, particularly August, September, and October, when average fares dip as low as $644. The most expensive month is December, with averages around $826, while January and March also see higher prices.",
        "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 Panama City?",
        "answer": "For flights from New York JFK to Panama City, the best fares are typically found when booking 14 to 16 weeks ahead, with an average price around $647. The absolute cheapest single day to book is about 95 days before departure at $644, while last-minute bookings can spike to $893.",
        "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 Panama City?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights operate from New York JFK to Panama City — neither nonstop nor as the long leg of a connecting itinerary.",
        "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 Panama City?",
        "answer": "Copa Airlines flies nonstop from JFK to Panama City, with 88 weekly flights, daily departures, and a median fare around $769.",
        "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 Panama City?",
        "answer": "Common layovers include Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Orlando, which offer frequent connections, efficient transfers, and shorter overall travel times."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from New York City to Panama City?",
        "answer": "On-time performance is decent, though JFK's congestion and afternoon thunderstorms can cause delays. Opt for early flights on Copa Airlines for better reliability."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Panama City?",
        "answer": "January to April marks the dry season with sunny days, lower humidity, and fewer tourists."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from New York City to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for three months beyond your stay, proof of onward travel, payment for baggage, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from a risk area."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Panama City?",
        "answer": "Panama City has only one international airport, Tocumen International, which serves all commercial flights and connects you to the city center and the Panama Canal."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to John F Kennedy Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "The fastest and most popular option is the AirTrain JFK, which connects all terminals to the subway (E, J, Z lines) and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica and Howard Beach stations; it costs about $8.25 plus the subway or LIRR fare. Taxis offer a flat fare to Manhattan (around $70 plus tolls and tip), while ride-share services like Uber and Lyft pick up at designated areas in front of terminals with variable pricing. Shared shuttles and private car services are also available, and driving yourself means using the JFK Expressway or Van Wyck Expressway, with parking at the airport or nearby lots.",
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      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Panama City airport?",
        "answer": "Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) does not have on‑site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminal. The closest hotel is the Crowne Plaza Panama Airport, connected to the terminal by a covered walkway. Several other nearby hotels, such as the Riande Aeropuerto Hotel Casino, offer free shuttle service.",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from New York City to Panama City?",
        "answer": "The most common aircraft on nonstop flights from New York JFK to Panama City are the Boeing 737 MAX 9 and the Boeing 737-800, both operated by Copa Airlines (with United also marketing the MAX 9). On one-stop itineraries, the Boeing 737 MAX 9, Boeing 737-800, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 appear frequently on the longer leg, connecting through hubs like Houston, Orlando, and San José, while Airbus A320-family jets also show up on some Avianca routings via Bogotá. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but the route is overwhelmingly served by modern single-aisle Boeing 737s.",
        "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 Panama City?",
        "answer": "Copa Airlines is the only carrier offering nonstop flights from New York JFK to Panama City, and it belongs to Star Alliance, so Star Alliance serves this route via Copa. Other alliances may offer connecting itineraries, but no other airline operates the route 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": "At JFK Terminal 1, you’ll find the Air France Lounge (offering Clarins spa treatments and showers), the Primeclass Lounge (with a full buffet, bar, and business center), the Lufthansa Senator and Business Lounges, the Turkish Airlines Lounge, the Korean Air KAL Business Class Lounge, and the VIP ONE Lounge. In Terminal 4, the standout options are the two Delta Sky Clubs (Concourse A and B, the former featuring a covered Sky Deck), the Centurion Lounge (available to Amex Platinum cardholders), the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse, and the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club with Etihad Airways. Eligibility varies — airline lounges typically admit business-class passengers, elite status holders, or those with a day pass, while the Centurion Lounge and Chase Sapphire Lounge require specific premium cards. Many of these lounges also participate in Priority Pass, giving members access to spaces like the Primeclass Lounge, Air India Lounge, and Minute Suites.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from New York City to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance depends on the airline and fare class. Basic economy tickets often exclude checked bags and may restrict carry-on to a personal item only. Standard economy fares typically include one checked bag and a full-size carry-on, but always verify with your specific airline before traveling."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from New York City to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Flights from New York City to Panama City usually offer Economy and flat-bed Business class; Premium Economy is uncommon on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ 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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