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    "Key": "KTM-DEL",
    "orig": {
      "code": "KTM",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Kathmandu",
      "fullCity": "Kathmandu, Nepal",
      "airport": "Tribhuvan Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "DEL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Delhi",
      "fullCity": "Delhi, India",
      "airport": "Indira Gandhi Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Kathmandu to Delhi?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Delhi (DEL) typically takes about 1 hour 35 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes. With one stop, such as via Varanasi or Lucknow, total travel time usually ranges from 4 to 6 hours. The return flight from Delhi to Kathmandu is similar in duration, though slight variations may occur due to wind patterns."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Kathmandu to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are non‑stop flights from Kathmandu (KTM) to Delhi (DEL). Five airlines serve the route: Air India (8 daily departures), IndiGo (5 daily), Nepal Airlines (1 daily), and both Buddha Air and Flexflight with 2–3 departures on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday — all other carriers operate daily.",
        "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 Kathmandu to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are visa requirements for travel between Kathmandu and Delhi. Nepali citizens do not need a visa to enter India, but Indian citizens require a visa to enter Nepal, obtainable on arrival or in advance. For other nationalities, a visa may be needed for both countries, depending on their passport, so check with the respective embassies."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Delhi?",
        "answer": "Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) offers a fast, dedicated metro line—the Airport Express—connecting Terminal 3 to New Delhi Railway Station in about 20 minutes, making it the most popular choice for beating traffic. Prepaid taxis and app-based ride shares (Uber, Ola) are widely available and comfortable, though travel time to the city center can vary from 30 minutes to over an hour depending on traffic. Car rentals are an option but are less commonly used by typical travelers. For most visitors, the metro is the fastest and most reliable way into central Delhi.",
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            "title": "AeroTrain (Dulles International Airport)",
            "time_published": "2026-03-17T21:57:59Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-06-03T10:24:50Z"
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      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Kathmandu to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Yes, Air India operates a daily nonstop red-eye from Kathmandu to Delhi, departing at 21:10. It arrives the same night — a short flight of roughly an hour and a half means it lands well before midnight.",
        "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 Kathmandu to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Air India, IndiGo, Buddha Air, FlexFlight, and Nepal Airlines all operate nonstop flights from Kathmandu to Delhi. Air India is the most frequent with 56 weekly flights, followed by IndiGo with 35 weekly flights, while Buddha Air and FlexFlight each have 12 weekly flights and Nepal Airlines runs 7 weekly flights. Specific fare data is not available for this route.",
        "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 Kathmandu and Delhi?",
        "answer": "Most flights are non-stop, but if a connection is required, common layover cities include Mumbai, Kolkata, and Dhaka. Mumbai and Kolkata offer broad domestic and international connections on airlines like IndiGo and Air India, while Dhaka provides efficient transfers with visa-free transit for many nationalities. These options keep total travel time competitive."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Kathmandu to Delhi?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance can be inconsistent due to weather and air traffic, especially during monsoon. Morning flights on Nepal Airlines and Air India tend to be more punctual."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Delhi?",
        "answer": "October to March offers pleasant temperatures and clear skies, avoiding the extreme summer heat and monsoon rains."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Kathmandu to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, a valid Indian visa or e-Visa, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage, and any required vaccination certificates such as for yellow fever if applicable."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Delhi?",
        "answer": "Delhi has one major commercial airport, Indira Gandhi International Airport, which serves all flights to the city."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Tribhuvan Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From central Kathmandu, the most popular way to reach Tribhuvan International Airport is by prepaid taxi or ride‑share, taking roughly 20–40 minutes depending on traffic. Metered taxis are also available but less common, while public buses run along the Ring Road at a lower cost, though they can be crowded and slow. Private hotel shuttles and car rentals with parking at the airport offer additional convenience, but taxis remain the fastest and most widely used option.",
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            "title": "Qatar Airways KTM Terminal - Tribhuvan International Airport",
            "time_published": "2024-06-21T00:00:00Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-07-05T09:07:59Z"
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      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Delhi airport?",
        "answer": "Delhi Airport (DEL) has a Sleepbox Lounge airside with 16 sound-proof rooms, but no capsule hotels or designated rest zones. Several nearby hotels are within a 12-minute drive and offer free shuttle service. If you're stuck landside, all seats have armrests, so you may need to sleep on the floor.",
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/sleep-guide/sleeping-in-washington-dulles-airport.htm",
            "title": "Sleeping in Washington Dulles Airport",
            "time_published": "2024-09-12T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/washington-dulles-airport-guide.htm",
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            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/iadri-residence-inn-dulles-airport-at-dulles-28-centre/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0",
            "title": "Hotel near Dulles Airport | Residence Inn Dulles Airport at Dulles 28 Centre",
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Indira Gandhi Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) offers currency exchange services and prayer rooms. Currency exchange counters are available in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 3, operated by banks and authorized money changers. Prayer rooms and a multi-faith chapel are located in Terminal 3, near the international arrivals area. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the airport for a limited time, after which paid plans are available.",
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            "url": "https://stanstedairport.com/at-the-airport/airport-facilities/shopping/excess-baggage/",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-14T00:00:00Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-04-29T00:23:31Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Kathmandu to Delhi?",
        "answer": "The most common aircraft on the nonstop Kathmandu–Delhi route is the Airbus A320-100, operated by IndiGo, Air India, and Nepal Airlines. On connecting itineraries, the Airbus A320 family also dominates the long leg — especially via Mumbai on IndiGo — while other one-stop routings occasionally use Boeing 737s, 777s, 787s, or A330s, depending on the connecting carrier. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and while Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on many of these types, specific features differ by operator.",
        "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 Kathmandu to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Kathmandu to Delhi are operated by Air India (Star Alliance), IndiGo, Bhutan Airlines, FlyAir, and Nepal Airlines, with the latter four unaffiliated with any global alliance. No oneworld or SkyTeam carrier flies 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.",
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Kathmandu?",
        "answer": "At Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport, the main lounge available is the Executive Lounge in the international terminal, accessible after immigration and before the second security check. It's part of the Priority Pass network and also welcomes American Express Platinum cardholders; access is limited to two guests per cardholder, with children under two admitted free. The lounge offers premium food, a full bar with spirits, beer, and wine, conference rooms, and a separate smoking area, though Wi-Fi and other services carry an additional fee. It's open daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, with extended hours until 1:00 AM on some days. There are no airline-branded lounges at KTM, so this independent lounge is the primary option for most travelers.",
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            "time_published": "2024-06-21T00:00:00Z"
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Kathmandu to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on flights from Kathmandu to Delhi depends on the airline and fare class. Basic economy fares may not include a checked bag, 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 Kathmandu to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Economy and flat-bed Business class are typical on this short route; Premium Economy is rarely offered."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies depend on the airline and fare type; flexible and premium tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares typically do not."
      }
    }
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