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      "code": "MDE",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Medellín",
      "fullCity": "Medellín, Colombia",
      "airport": "Medellin Jose Maria Cordova"
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      "code": "CTG",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Cartagena",
      "fullCity": "Cartagena, Colombia",
      "airport": "Rafael Nuñez Intl Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Medellín (MDE) to Cartagena (CTG) typically takes about 1 hour 10 minutes. The return flight is similar, usually around 1 hour 15 minutes. With a layover, total travel time often extends to 3–5 hours, depending on the connection."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of non‑stop flights from Medellín (MDE) to Cartagena (CTG). Avianca (AV) and JetSMART Colombia (JA) both fly the route daily with very high frequency — Avianca runs about 120 flights a week and JetSMART around 96, with departures spread throughout the day from early morning to late evening. AeroRepública (P5, operated by Copa Airlines Colombia) also flies daily, and Air Transat (TS) offers a handful of weekly flights on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.",
        "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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      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "No — this is a domestic flight within Colombia, so no visa or travel authorization is required regardless of nationality. Travelers must carry valid identification, such as a Colombian cédula or passport for foreign visitors, but no additional visa check applies for this route."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Cartagena?",
        "answer": "At Cartagena's Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG), taxis are the most popular and convenient way to reach the city center, offering a fixed-rate, 15–20 minute ride to the historic walled city or Bocagrande. Ride-sharing services like Uber are available but face legal restrictions, so they are less reliable and often require meeting drivers discreetly. Public buses are a very cheap option, but they are slow, crowded, and not recommended with luggage. Car rentals are available at the airport, though driving in Cartagena can be chaotic and parking scarce. Overall, taxis are the fastest and most-used ground transportation for visitors.",
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      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Yes, overnight red-eye flights are available nonstop from Medellín to Cartagena on Avianca, with 10 weekly departures daily around 9:40 PM and 10:00 PM. These late-evening flights are short hops that land the same night, not the next morning.",
        "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 Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Avianca, JetSMART, Wingo, and Air Transat all fly nonstop from Medellín to Cartagena. Avianca has the most frequent service at about 120 flights per week, followed by JetSMART with around 96 weekly flights. Wingo operates roughly 18 flights per week, while Air Transat offers a more limited schedule with just 3 flights per week on select days.",
        "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 Medellín and Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Most flights are direct, but if you need a connection, common layover cities include Bogotá and Panama City. Bogotá offers frequent domestic connections with minimal added time, while Panama City provides efficient transfers and visa-free transit for many nationalities."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance is generally good, though afternoon thunderstorms can cause delays. Early morning flights on Avianca and LATAM tend to be more punctual."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "December to March offers dry, sunny weather with less humidity and fewer crowds than the holiday peak."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "For domestic travel within Colombia, present your cédula de ciudadanía or passport, carry a payment method for baggage and any required vaccination certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Rafael Núñez International Airport is the only commercial airport in Cartagena. It is about 6 km northeast of the historic walled city and serves all domestic and international flights to the region."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Cartagena airport?",
        "answer": "Cartagena Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. Nearby hotels offer shuttle service for uninterrupted sleep, though specific terminal locations are not specified. The airport is divided into International and Domestic terminals, and overnight sleeping is possible on the comfortable seats in the main terminal.",
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Rafael Nuñez Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) provides free Wi‑Fi throughout the terminal, though the available sources do not confirm dedicated currency exchange offices or prayer rooms. You can stay connected upon arrival, but for currency exchange you may need to use nearby services in Cartagena or rely on ATMs, and there is no mention of a chapel or prayer space in the terminal.",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "The most common aircraft on the nonstop Medellín–Cartagena route is the Airbus A320-100, operated by JetSMART and Avianca. On connecting itineraries via Bogotá, the long leg also typically uses the A320-100 or occasionally an A319, with the short Bogotá–Cartagena hop flown by A320-100, A320neo, or A319 variants. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these domestic Colombian flights.",
        "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 Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "On the Medellín–Cartagena route, only Star Alliance is represented, through Avianca. The other nonstop carriers — JetSMART Colombia, Wingo, and Air Transat — do not belong to any global airline alliance.",
        "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 Medellín?",
        "answer": "At Medellín's José María Córdova International Airport (MDE), the main airline-branded lounge is the Avianca Lounge Medellín in the domestic terminal, accessible to Avianca business class and elite status holders. There are also several independent lounges: The Lounge Medellin (domestic terminal, open 6:00–21:00, accepts Priority Pass and day passes) offers complimentary day beds and Wi-Fi; Harmony Lounge operates both a domestic and an international location; and The Lounge Medellin International serves international travelers. The Dream Box in the international terminal provides sleep pods. All independent lounges typically welcome Priority Pass and may sell day passes, with a maximum stay of 4 hours.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Baggage policies vary by airline and fare type. Basic economy fares are restrictive and may not include checked bags. Standard economy often includes one checked bag and a carry‑on, but confirm with your airline as this is a domestic route."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "On domestic flights from Medellín to Cartagena, you typically find Economy class only, with no Premium Economy or flat-bed Business class available."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher cabins often allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy typically does not."
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