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    "Key": "KMI-ITM",
    "orig": {
      "code": "KMI",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Miyazaki",
      "fullCity": "Miyazaki, Japan",
      "airport": "Miyazaki Airport"
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      "code": "ITM",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Osaka",
      "fullCity": "Osaka, Japan",
      "airport": "Osaka Intl Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Miyazaki (KMI) to Osaka Itami (ITM) typically takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes. Both ANA and Japan Airlines operate this direct route with similar flight times. This is a domestic route, so no visa is required for Japanese residents."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "Yes, Japan Airlines (JL) and ANA (NH) both fly nonstop from Miyazaki (KMI) to Osaka Itami (ITM) daily, with a combined 171 weekly flights between them. JL operates up to 13 departures a day and NH up to 12, with the first flights leaving around 7:35 AM and the last around 7:15 PM.",
        "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.",
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      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Osaka?",
        "answer": "From Itami Airport (ITM), the Osaka Monorail connects to the city’s rail network, reaching central Umeda/Osaka Station in about 30 minutes via transfer. Limousine buses offer direct service to major hotels and stations, taking roughly 25–35 minutes. Taxis are readily available and provide a door-to-door option, though they are more expensive. Ride-share services are limited in Japan, but car rentals are available at the airport. The monorail and bus are the most popular options, with the monorail often being the fastest during peak hours.",
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            "url": "https://www.airports-guide.com/lufthansa-airlines/lufthansa-airlines-itm-terminal-osaka-international-airport/",
            "title": "Lufthansa Airlines ITM Terminal – Osaka International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2024-05-24T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red-eye) flights operate from Miyazaki to Osaka — 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 Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways operate non‑stop from Miyazaki to Osaka Itami, with 91 and 80 weekly flights respectively. Both carriers run multiple daily departures from early morning through 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.",
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      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Miyazaki and Osaka?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities for flights from Miyazaki to Osaka include Fukuoka, Tokyo (Haneda), and Nagoya (Chubu). Fukuoka offers the shortest detour and frequent connections, while Tokyo offers high frequency and flexibility. Nagoya provides an efficient alternative with less congestion. All connections are domestic, so no visa or transit requirements apply."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "Domestic flights in Japan are highly punctual, though weather can occasionally cause brief delays. Early morning departures on ANA or JAL typically offer the best on-time performance."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Osaka?",
        "answer": "March to May and October to November offer pleasant temperatures, cherry blossoms or autumn foliage, and fewer tourists than summer."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "For a domestic flight in Japan, you need a valid government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license or My Number card, and a payment method for any baggage fees. No passport, visa, or vaccination certificate is required for this domestic route."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Osaka?",
        "answer": "Osaka has two main airports: Kansai International (KIX) handles most international and long-haul flights, while Itami (ITM) is closer to central Osaka and serves domestic routes. For your domestic flight from Miyazaki, Itami is the most convenient and commonly used airport."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Miyazaki Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Miyazaki, the JR Miyazaki Kūkō Line train is the fastest and most popular option, reaching the airport in about 15 minutes. Buses and taxis are also readily available, with taxis offering door-to-door convenience at a higher cost. Ride-share services are limited in the area, and driving yourself is possible with paid parking at the terminal.",
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          },
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            "title": "City Airport Train",
            "time_published": "2026-05-28T15:36:05Z"
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Osaka airport?",
        "answer": "Osaka Itami Airport (ITM) has the Osaka Air Terminal Hotel located inside the main terminal on Level 3 of the Central Block, so no shuttle is needed. The airport closes overnight from 10:00 PM to 5:30 AM, making it impossible to sleep inside the terminal itself. Other nearby hotels, like the Toyoko Inn Osaka Itami Airport, offer free shuttle service.",
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/osaka-itami-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Osaka Itami Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2025-05-02T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/japan/osaka-prefecture/activities/osaka_private_airport_transfers_to_from_itami_airport_itm-XGMLMR",
            "title": "Osaka: Private Airport Transfers to/from Itami Airport(ITM)",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/reviews/osaka-itami-airport-reviews.htm",
            "title": "Osaka Itami Airport Reviews (ITM)",
            "time_published": "2018-06-04T00:00:00Z"
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Osaka Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Osaka International Airport (Itami) has currency exchange services in Terminal 1. Free Wi‑Fi is available throughout Terminal 1. Information on prayer rooms or chapels at ITM is not available from current sources.",
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      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Miyazaki and Osaka airports?",
        "answer": "At Miyazaki Airport, wheelchair assistance and support for travelers with disabilities are available and should be requested through your airline at least 48 hours before departure; the terminal also features accessible restrooms and elevators. Osaka Itami Airport provides similar mobility assistance, including dedicated staff and accessible facilities, with advance booking recommended through your carrier, and both airports have family-friendly amenities such as baby care rooms and designated play areas for children.",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "The nonstop flights from Miyazaki to Osaka are typically operated with Embraer 170 and Embraer 190 jets by JAL, and occasionally an Airbus A320-200 Neo by a third carrier. The Embraer 170 appears most often on this route, followed by the slightly larger Embraer 190; the exact aircraft can vary by day and airline. On connecting itineraries through hubs like Tokyo Haneda or Fukuoka, the longer leg may use an Embraer 190, Embraer 170, or Boeing 737-800, with the shorter connecting leg often flown on Boeing 767, 787-8, or 737-800 aircraft. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these flights, though specific offerings depend on the airline and aircraft.",
        "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. 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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      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "Japan Airlines (JL), a member of Oneworld, and All Nippon Airways (NH), a member of Star Alliance, both operate nonstop flights from Miyazaki to Osaka Itami. No other alliances are represented by the carriers on this route, and neither airline is unaffiliated.",
        "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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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Miyazaki?",
        "answer": "Miyazaki Airport (KMI) is a small regional airport with no airline-branded lounges or widely known independent lounges like Priority Pass or Plaza Premium. The terminal has a modest observation deck and basic seating areas, but no dedicated lounge facilities for business class or elite status passengers.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on the Miyazaki–Osaka route depends on the airline and fare class. Basic economy fares may not include checked baggage, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium fares offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "Flights from Miyazaki to Osaka are operated by regional aircraft with only Economy seating; Premium Economy and flat-bed Business are not available on this short domestic route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher cabin tickets generally allow same‑day changes or standby, while discounted fares often do not."
      }
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