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    "Key": "JFK-SJO",
    "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": "SJO",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San José",
      "fullCity": "San José, Costa Rica",
      "airport": "Juan Santamaría Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from New York City to San José?",
        "answer": "A direct flight from New York (JFK) to San José (SJO) normally takes about 5 hours 30 minutes. Flights with one stop, commonly in Miami or Panama City, usually range from 7 to 9 hours total. The return flight is similar, often around 5 hours 15–30 minutes nonstop."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from New York City to San José?",
        "answer": "Yes, JetBlue flies nonstop from JFK to San José (SJO) daily, with up to 51 weekly flights. Departures are spread across morning (around 9:40–10:30 AM) and evening (around 6:30–7:15 PM). JetBlue is the only airline operating this 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. 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 San José?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are visa requirements depending on your nationality. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for tourist or business stays up to 90 days in Costa Rica, but must have a valid passport and proof of onward travel. Costa Rican citizens traveling to the U.S. require a visa unless they are eligible for the Visa Waiver Program. For other nationalities, check both U.S. and Costa Rican entry rules."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from New York City to San José?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from New York City to San José are May, April, and June, with average fares as low as $373. December is the most expensive month, averaging $656, with March and February also on the higher end.",
        "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 San José?",
        "answer": "For flights from New York JFK to San José, the best fares appear when booking 6 to 9 weeks ahead, with an average price around $504 and the lowest around $502 at 60 days out. Booking much further in advance, such as 5 months or more, can cost about $70 more on average. The data reflects typical seasonal patterns, so for peak summer or holiday travel, it's wise to book toward the earlier end of that window or even a bit sooner, as prices tend to rise closer to departure.",
        "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 San José?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red-eye) flights are available from New York JFK to San José, Costa Rica — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red-eye long leg operate 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 San José?",
        "answer": "JetBlue is the only airline with nonstop service from New York JFK to San José, Costa Rica, operating 51 weekly flights with departures throughout the day. The median fare on this route is around $855. Other carriers may serve the route with connections, but JetBlue is the sole nonstop option.",
        "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 San José?",
        "answer": "Common hubs include Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Panama City and Mexico City, offering short total travel times and easy connections."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from New York City to San José?",
        "answer": "On-time performance is generally reliable, though afternoon thunderstorms at JFK can cause delays. Early morning flights, particularly on JetBlue, tend to depart on schedule."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to San José?",
        "answer": "December to April is the dry season with sunny days and pleasant temperatures, making it ideal for travel."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from New York City to San José?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least the duration of your stay, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage fees, and any required vaccination certificates such as for yellow fever if arriving from certain countries."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in San José?",
        "answer": "San José has only one airport, Juan Santamaría International Airport, which serves all international flights."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to John F Kennedy Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "The AirTrain is the fastest and most popular public transit option, linking JFK to the subway (E, J, Z lines) and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica and Howard Beach stations for a flat fare. Licensed yellow taxis offer a flat-rate ride to Manhattan, while ride-share services like Uber and Lyft pick up at designated areas outside each terminal, often at a slightly lower cost than a taxi. Several authorized shared shuttle vans and private car services also run to the city, and Uber Shuttle provides a cheaper shared option from Midtown and Greenwich Village. Driving and parking are available via the Van Wyck Expressway, with on-airport lots and a cell phone lot, though this is generally the most expensive and slowest choice.",
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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://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 San José airport?",
        "answer": "San José Airport (SJO) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminal. Nearby hotels like the Courtyard by Marriott San José Airport Alajuela and the Holiday Inn Express San José Airport are connected by shuttle and offer convenient overnight options.",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from New York City to San José?",
        "answer": "The most common aircraft on nonstop flights from New York JFK to San José are the Boeing 737 MAX 8 (United), the Airbus A320-200 Neo (Avianca), and the Airbus A320-100 (JetBlue). On one-stop itineraries the long leg is often a Boeing 737 MAX 8 or 737-800/900 via Houston with United, or an Airbus A320/A321 via Miami or San Salvador on American or Avianca. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but the route is predominantly served by Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 family 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 New York City to San José?",
        "answer": "JetBlue operates nonstop from JFK to San José and belongs to no global alliance, while United flies nonstop from Newark as a Star Alliance member. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but no SkyTeam or oneworld carrier offers nonstop service from the New York City area.",
        "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 New York City?",
        "answer": "JFK offers a variety of lounges across terminals, including airline-branded spaces like the Delta Sky Club (two locations in Terminal 4, featuring a Sky Deck and soundproof booths), the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse (Terminal 4, with a bar and dining), and the Air France Lounge (Terminal 1, offering Clarins spa treatments).  The Centurion Lounge and Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club (both in Terminal 4) provide premium independent options with upscale food and drink.  Priority Pass members can access several lounges such as the Primeclass Lounge, Lufthansa Business Lounge, and Turkish Airlines Lounge in Terminal 1.  Access typically depends on class of service, elite status, or lounge membership programs, with day passes available at some locations.",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from New York City to San José?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance depends on the airline and fare class. Basic economy typically excludes a checked bag but usually permits a carry‑on and personal item. Standard international economy often includes one free checked bag along with a carry‑on, while premium cabins offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from New York City to San José?",
        "answer": "Flights from New York City to San José typically offer Economy and recliner-style Business class; flat-bed Business and Premium Economy are uncommon on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies depend on the airline and fare type; flexible tickets and higher cabins typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy fares usually do not."
      }
    }
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