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    "Key": "MEX-PVR",
    "orig": {
      "code": "MEX",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Mexico City",
      "fullCity": "Mexico City, Ciudad de México",
      "airport": "Benito Juárez Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "PVR",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Puerto Vallarta",
      "fullCity": "Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco",
      "airport": "Gustavo Díaz Ordaz Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR) typically takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes. With a layover, common connections in Guadalajara (GDL) or Monterrey (MTY) can extend total travel time to around 3 to 5 hours, depending on layover duration. Return flights are similar in duration."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are direct non‑stop flights from Mexico City (MEX) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR). Three airlines fly the route — Aeromexico (AM), Viva Aerobus (VB), and Volaris (Y4) — all operating daily. Together they offer around 220 weekly departures, with Aeromexico providing the bulk of the schedule (up to 168 flights a week) and Viva Aerobus and Volaris adding about 31 and 21 weekly flights respectively.",
        "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 Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta?",
        "answer": "This route is entirely within Mexico, so no visa is required for domestic travel regardless of nationality. However, all travelers must have valid identification for boarding, and foreign nationals should ensure they are legally present in Mexico with appropriate entry documentation."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta?",
        "answer": "Yes, Aeromexico operates a daily nonstop red-eye from Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta, departing at 9:30 PM. With a flight time of about 1 hour 35 minutes, it arrives around 11:05 PM 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 Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta?",
        "answer": "Aeromexico, Viva Aerobus, and Volaris all fly nonstop from Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta. Aeromexico operates 168 weekly flights, Viva Aerobus 31 weekly flights, and Volaris 21 weekly flights, all with daily service.",
        "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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      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance can vary, with afternoon flights often more prone to delays. Morning departures on Aeromexico tend to be more reliable."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Puerto Vallarta?",
        "answer": "November to April offers dry, sunny days with comfortable humidity and fewer tourists outside holiday weeks."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta?",
        "answer": "For domestic travel within Mexico, bring a valid government-issued photo ID such as an INE credential, a payment method for baggage, and any required vaccination certificates. A passport is not needed."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Puerto Vallarta?",
        "answer": "Puerto Vallarta has only one airport, Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport, located just north of the city center and close to the Hotel Zone and Marina Vallarta."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Benito Juárez Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Mexico City, the Metrobús Line 4 offers a fast and affordable public transit connection directly to both terminals of Benito Juárez International Airport, using a rechargeable smart card. Ride‑share services like Uber and authorized airport taxis provide door‑to‑door convenience, with taxis available at designated stands and generally costing more than ride‑share. Driving and parking are possible, with both short‑term and long‑term lots at the airport, though traffic can be heavy. The Metrobús is often the most popular choice for avoiding congestion, while ride‑share is typically the fastest option.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_Mexico_City",
            "title": "Transportation in Mexico City",
            "time_published": "2026-06-17T23:44:52Z"
          },
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            "time_published": "2026-04-28T12:29:12Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.aicm.com.mx/en/passengers/services/service-providers/transportation/metrobus",
            "title": "Metrobus | Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México",
            "time_published": "2025-06-04T21:48:43Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.aicm.com.mx/en/passengers/services/service-providers/transportation/buses",
            "title": "Buses | Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México",
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          }
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Puerto Vallarta airport?",
        "answer": "Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) does not have an on-site hotel or sleeping pods inside the terminal. Nearby hotels like the One Puerto Vallarta Aeropuerto and the Holiday Inn Express Puerto Vallarta are connected by complimentary shuttle and are just a few minutes away.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SPI_Cinemas",
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            "time_published": "2026-06-15T12:06:30Z"
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/singapore/singapore-city/activities/singapore_private_airport_transfer_cruise_hotel_pickup_drop_off-XRMB3X?property=JHBBR",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta?",
        "answer": "On flights from Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta, Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft are common, typically operated by VivaAerobus, though the exact aircraft type can vary by day and airline. Aeromexico and Volaris also serve the route, with a wide range of departures throughout the day, and while specific aircraft for those carriers aren't listed, they likely use similar narrowbody jets. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on many modern aircraft, though availability can differ by airline.",
        "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.",
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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta?",
        "answer": "SkyTeam is the only global alliance with a nonstop presence on the Mexico City–Puerto Vallarta route, via Aeromexico. Viva Aerobus and Volaris also fly the route but belong to no alliance. Other alliances may offer connecting itineraries, but none have a nonstop member carrier here.",
        "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 Mexico City?",
        "answer": "At Mexico City International Airport, Terminal 1 houses The Centurion Lounge (accessible with an Amex Platinum or Centurion card, offering a full bar and hot buffet), plus several independent lounges like The Grand Lounge Elite and The Lounge Mexico by Global Lounge Network. In Terminal 2, Aeromexico operates its Salon Premier lounge for business class and elite passengers, featuring a spa and à la carte dining (both at extra cost), alongside a Priority Pass-accessible VIPort Lounge and a Blue Roast by American Express. Both terminals also have additional pay-per-use options such as The Gate Priority Club and The Hidden Gate.",
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            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/airport-guides/mexico-city-benito-juarez-international/terminal-2",
            "title": "Terminal 2",
            "time_published": "2025-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MEX",
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            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/airport-guides/mexico-city-benito-juarez-international",
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            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/mexico/mexico-city-sky-club-airport-map",
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      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta?",
        "answer": "On this domestic route, most airlines offer Economy and standard recliner Business class, with flat‑bed seats very rare; Premium Economy is typically not available."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible tickets and higher cabins generally allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares typically do not."
      }
    }
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