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    "Key": "LAS-YEA",
    "orig": {
      "code": "LAS",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Las Vegas",
      "fullCity": "Las Vegas, Nevada",
      "airport": "Harry Reid Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "YEA",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Edmonton",
      "fullCity": "Edmonton, Alberta",
      "airport": "Edmonton Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Las Vegas to Edmonton?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Las Vegas (LAS) to Edmonton (YEG) typically takes about 3 hours to 3 hours and 15 minutes. With one stop, depending on the connection city, total travel time often ranges from 5 to 7 hours."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Las Vegas to Edmonton?",
        "answer": "WestJet flies non‑stop from Las Vegas to Edmonton daily, with up to five departures a day — morning, afternoon, and evening — for a total of 30 flights a week. It's the only airline offering direct service on 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. 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 Las Vegas to Edmonton?",
        "answer": "Yes, visa requirements apply for travel between Las Vegas, Nevada (USA) and Edmonton, Alberta (Canada). If you are a U.S. citizen traveling to Canada, you do not need a visa for short visits (tourism, business), but you must present a valid U.S. passport. If you are a Canadian citizen traveling to the U.S., you generally do not need a visa for short visits, but you must present a valid Canadian passport. For nationals of other countries, whether you need a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) for Canada, or an ESTA or visa for the U.S., depends on your citizenship. Always check the latest entry requirements before travel."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Las Vegas to Edmonton?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Las Vegas to Edmonton are October, November, and February, with average fares around $486–$506. The most expensive months are June, May, and March, where average fares climb to $659–$689.",
        "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Las Vegas to Edmonton?",
        "answer": "For flights from Las Vegas to Edmonton, the optimal booking window is roughly 11 to 14 weeks before departure, with an average fare of $475. Booking around 90 days out can yield the lowest prices, around $467, while waiting until the last minute often pushes fares above $1,000. During peak summer or holiday periods, demand may shift the best window slightly earlier, but the 2-3 month lead time remains a good rule of thumb.",
        "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 Las Vegas to Edmonton?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red-eye) flights are available from Las Vegas to Edmonton — neither nonstop nor as a connecting itinerary with a red-eye long leg.",
        "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Las Vegas and Edmonton?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities for flights from Las Vegas to Edmonton include Calgary, Vancouver, Seattle, and Denver. Calgary offers the most direct routing and minimal extra flight time, while Vancouver and Seattle provide efficient connections through major hubs with frequent service. Denver also serves as a convenient mid-continent hub with ample connections. All these cities allow seamless transit without additional visa requirements for US and Canadian citizens."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Las Vegas to Edmonton?",
        "answer": "On-time reliability is fairly consistent, though afternoon flights can be affected by operational delays. Early departures on WestJet and Flair typically have the best on-time performance."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Edmonton?",
        "answer": "June through August provide pleasant temperatures and long daylight, ideal for outdoor festivals."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Las Vegas to Edmonton?",
        "answer": "Bring a valid passport, and unless you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, an eTA or visa may be required. Have proof of onward travel, payment for bags, and any necessary vaccination certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Edmonton?",
        "answer": "Edmonton International Airport is the only major commercial airport serving the city, located about 26 km south of downtown. It handles all scheduled passenger flights."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Harry Reid Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Las Vegas, you can reach Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) by public bus (RTC routes like the Centennial Express or Westcliff Airport Express), shared shuttle vans, taxis, ride‑share services (Uber/Lyft), or driving yourself. Taxis and ride‑shares are the most popular and typically take about 15–20 minutes, while the bus is the cheapest but slower. Ride‑share pickup areas are clearly marked inside the parking garages, and taxis wait outside baggage claim at both terminals. Parking is available at both terminals if you choose to drive.",
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            "url": "http://www.harryreidairport.com/all-options-to-and-from",
            "title": "All options to & from Harry Reid | Harry Reid International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-07-03T22:51:37Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-04-30T22:39:45Z"
          },
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          }
        ]
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Edmonton airport?",
        "answer": "Edmonton International Airport (YEG) does not have an on-site hotel, capsule hotel, or sleeping pods within the terminal, but a Fairfield by Marriott is connected to the terminal and other nearby hotels are within easy shuttle distance. The Fairfield offers a complimentary airport shuttle, picking up from Door 10 of the arrivals hall, and is located just two minutes from the main terminal. For those looking to sleep in the airport itself, there are designated rest zones with sofas near Gate 16 and Gate 56, though the terminal can be noisy and bright.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/edmonton-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Edmonton Airport Guide (YEG) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/northamerica/edmonton-airport.htm",
            "title": "Edmonton Airport Guide (YEG) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-04-13T19:38:55Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-04-30T15:10:47Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/yegfa-fairfield-edmonton-international-airport/overview/",
            "title": "Hotel in Alberta, Canada | Fairfield by Marriott Edmonton International Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Las Vegas to Edmonton?",
        "answer": "WestJet flies the Las Vegas–Edmonton route nonstop using a Boeing 737-800. On connecting itineraries, the most common long-leg aircraft are the Boeing 737 MAX 8 (via Vancouver or Calgary on Air Canada / WestJet), the Boeing 737-800 (via Denver or Calgary on United / WestJet), and the Boeing 737-900 (via Seattle on Alaska Airlines); the exact type can vary by day and airline. Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these aircraft, though the specific offering depends on the carrier and the particular tail.",
        "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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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Las Vegas?",
        "answer": "Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas offers several lounge options. The Centurion Lounge and Sidecar by the Centurion Lounge are both in Concourse D, available to eligible American Express cardholders, with the Centurion Lounge known for its complimentary food and craft cocktails. The Club LAS has locations in both Concourse D and Terminal 3, Concourse E, accessible via Priority Pass or by purchasing a day pass, and features showers and a full bar. A United Club is also located in the D Gates, offering complimentary bar service, light snacks, and Wi-Fi for United premium passengers and club members.",
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            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/harry-reid-international",
            "title": "Harry Reid International Airport LAS Lounges - LAS Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/harry-reid-international",
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            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/LAS",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Las Vegas to Edmonton?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules vary by airline and fare. Basic economy may exclude checked bags; standard economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Las Vegas to Edmonton?",
        "answer": "Economy class is standard, with some flights offering Premium Economy and flat-bed Business class on select carriers."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Same‑day change and standby eligibility depend on the airline and fare type, with flexible and premium cabins offering more options than basic economy."
      }
    }
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