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    "Key": "MAD-EWR",
    "orig": {
      "code": "MAD",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Madrid",
      "fullCity": "Madrid, Spain",
      "airport": "Adolfo Suárez Barajas Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "EWR",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Newark",
      "fullCity": "Newark, New Jersey",
      "airport": "Liberty Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Madrid to Newark?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Madrid (MAD) to Newark (EWR) typically takes about 8 hours 15–30 minutes. With one stop, depending on the connection city, total travel time often ranges from 11 to 13 hours. The return flight from Newark to Madrid usually takes a bit less, around 7 hours 30–45 minutes due to prevailing tailwinds."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Madrid to Newark?",
        "answer": "Yes, United and Iberia both fly nonstop from Madrid to Newark, each with two daily departures — 14 weekly flights apiece. United's flights leave around 10:50–11:15 AM and Iberia's around 7:35–7:50 PM, and both operate every day of the week.",
        "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 Madrid to Newark?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are visa or travel authorization requirements for a flight from Madrid to Newark depending on your citizenship. If you are a U.S. citizen, you do not need a visa to enter the United States. If you are a Spanish citizen, you can travel to the U.S. under the Visa Waiver Program provided you have a valid ESTA authorization for tourism or business stays of 90 days or less. Travelers of other nationalities should check U.S. entry requirements based on their citizenship. For the return from Newark to Madrid, U.S. citizens can enter Spain and the Schengen Area without a visa for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Spanish citizens do not need a visa to enter Spain. Note that from mid-2025, U.S. citizens will need ETIAS authorization for Spain."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Newark?",
        "answer": "Newark Liberty International Airport offers several ground transportation options to reach the city center, including NJ Transit and Amtrak trains via the AirTrain, licensed taxis, ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft, and rental cars. The AirTrain connects all terminals to the Newark Liberty International Airport Station, where NJ Transit provides frequent service to Newark Penn Station in about 10 minutes, making it the fastest and most-used option. Taxis and ride-shares offer door-to-door convenience, while rental cars are available at a consolidated center accessible by AirTrain. For a premium option, Blade helicopter service can whisk you to Manhattan in minutes.",
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            "time_published": "2026-01-26T21:51:22Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://newarkairport.com/flights/connections-guide/travel-between-airports",
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            "time_published": "2026-01-28T18:57:23Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Newark%20Liberty%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Newark Liberty International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-05-01T12:21:54Z"
          },
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            "time_published": "2026-02-10T00:46:59Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://portfolio.panynj.gov/category/newark-liberty-international-airport/",
            "title": "Newark Liberty International Airport |",
            "time_published": "2020-09-16T00:00:00Z"
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      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Newark?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Madrid to Newark are October, November, and April, with average fares around $525–$530. The most expensive months are June, July, and May, where average prices climb to $659–$760.",
        "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. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.",
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      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Madrid to Newark?",
        "answer": "For flights from Madrid to Newark, the best fares are typically found when booking 7 to 10 weeks ahead, with average prices around $652 during that window. Booking very last-minute (5 days out) can sometimes yield a slightly lower fare of $646, while booking more than 4 months in advance tends to be pricier, with fares rising above $700. Summer and holiday periods likely require booking closer to the 10-week mark or earlier to secure the best deals, as prices can surge well above the average.",
        "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. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.",
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Madrid to Newark?",
        "answer": "No overnight / red-eye flights operate from Madrid to Newark — 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 Madrid to Newark?",
        "answer": "United and Iberia fly nonstop from Madrid to Newark, each with 14 weekly flights. United typically departs mid‑morning and has a median fare around $714, while Iberia's evening departures average about $905.",
        "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 Madrid and Newark?",
        "answer": "Common layovers include Lisbon, London, Dublin and Paris, offering efficient connections and visa‑free transit for eligible passengers on many itineraries."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Madrid to Newark?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance is generally good, but afternoon and evening flights can experience delays due to airport congestion or weather. Opting for early morning departures, particularly on United Airlines, often yields better reliability."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Newark?",
        "answer": "May to June and September to early October offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Madrid to Newark?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months beyond your stay, a valid ESTA authorization, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for baggage. Vaccination certificates are not required for entry to the U.S."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Newark?",
        "answer": "Newark Liberty International Airport is the only commercial airport in Newark."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Newark airport?",
        "answer": "Newark Liberty International Airport does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminals. The Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott is located on airport grounds and offers a complimentary shuttle to all terminals. Several other nearby hotels also provide free shuttle service within a five-minute drive.",
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            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ewrap-newark-liberty-international-airport-marriott/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0",
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            "title": "Sleeping in Newark Airport",
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            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ewreb-residence-inn-newark-elizabeth-liberty-international-airport/overview/",
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Liberty Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Newark Liberty International Airport offers currency exchange services, prayer and meditation rooms, and free Wi‑Fi. Currency exchange counters are available across the terminals. Prayer and meditation rooms are located in each terminal, and you can find them using the airport’s interactive map. Free Wi‑Fi is provided network‑wide; simply select “_Free EWR WiFi” from the list of available networks.",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Madrid to Newark?",
        "answer": "The most common aircraft on the nonstop Madrid–Newark route are the Airbus A330-300 and the Airbus A321-200 Neo, both flown primarily by Iberia, with the A330-300 also marketed by Delta. The Boeing 777-200 (operated by American and Iberia) and the Airbus A350-900 (Iberia) also appear regularly, while the Boeing 787-9 (Air Europa) and a generic Airbus A330 turn up less often. The exact type on any given day depends on the airline and schedule, but across the board Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these transatlantic 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.",
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Madrid?",
        "answer": "At Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), you'll find several VIP lounges operated by Aena across terminals. In Terminal 1, Sala VIP Cibeles is open 24 hours; Terminal 2 has Sala VIP Puerta De Alcala; and Terminal 3 offers Sala VIP Puerta Del Sol (5:00 AM–7:00 PM). Terminal 4 houses Sala VIP Plaza Mayor (5:00 AM–10:00 PM) and The Hub Lounge Aerotel (4:30 AM–9:00 PM), while the Terminal 4 Satellite area features the Neptuno Lounge (24 hours, non-Schengen flights only). These lounges are accessible via Priority Pass or by purchasing a pass, and they typically provide complimentary snacks, drinks, Wi-Fi, and quiet seating areas.",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Madrid to Newark?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on flights from Madrid to Newark depends on the airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets usually do not include a checked bag, while standard international economy fares typically allow one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins often include additional checked bags."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Madrid to Newark?",
        "answer": "Flights from Madrid to Newark typically offer Economy, Premium Economy, and flat-bed Business class on most airlines operating 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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