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      "code": "BJX",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "León",
      "fullCity": "León, Guanajuato",
      "airport": "Del Bajío Intl Airport"
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      "code": "HOU",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Houston",
      "fullCity": "Houston, Texas",
      "airport": "William P Hobby Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from León to Houston?",
        "answer": "No scheduled nonstop flights operate between León (BJX) and Houston Hobby (HOU), so the journey requires a connection. The approximate great-circle distance between the airports is about 710 miles, and with a layover the total travel time is typically around 4 to 6 hours depending on the connection.",
        "methodology": "Flight times and distances come 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). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.",
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      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from León to Houston?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from León (BJX) to Houston Hobby (HOU). The most common connecting routing is on American Airlines via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), with the first leg taking about 2 hours 40 minutes, a layover of roughly 2 hours 45 minutes, and the second leg about 1 hour 10 minutes, making the total trip around 6½ to 7 hours. Other carriers may offer connections, but American via DFW is the dominant one-stop option.",
        "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, flight times and distances for this route come 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). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. 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. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price.",
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      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Houston?",
        "answer": "William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) offers several ground transportation options to downtown Houston, about 7 miles away. The most-used and fastest option is ride share (Uber/Lyft) or taxi, which provide direct, quick service to the city center. METRO Bus 500 offers a nonstop public transit alternative for just $4.50 one way, running every 30 minutes from 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. to the George R. Brown Convention Center. Rental cars, hotel shuttles, and shared-ride vans are also available, though they are generally slower or less flexible for a quick trip downtown.",
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            "time_published": "2026-06-09T19:32:46Z"
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      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from León to Houston?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights operate from León (BJX) to Houston (HOU) — 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 León to Houston?",
        "answer": "There is no nonstop service between León and Houston Hobby. American Airlines operates the most common one-stop routing, connecting through Dallas/Fort Worth with around 18 daily departures. VivaAerobus offers a less frequent connection through Monterrey, with roughly 4 daily departures.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come 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 typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of 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 León and Houston?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities between León (BJX) and Houston include Mexico City, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Monterrey. Mexico City offers the most frequent connections and a short flight from León, while Dallas/Fort Worth provides efficient transfers and broad onward connections to Houston. Monterrey can be a convenient northern Mexican hub with competitive total travel times."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Houston?",
        "answer": "March to May and October to November offer mild temperatures and lower humidity, with fewer crowds than summer."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from León to Houston?",
        "answer": "Bring a valid passport, a U.S. visa or ESTA, and proof of onward or return travel. Have a payment method for baggage and any required vaccination certificates. Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Houston?",
        "answer": "Houston has two main airports. George Bush Intercontinental is the primary international gateway, located about 23 miles north of downtown, and serves most full‑service airlines and global alliances. William P. Hobby Airport is closer to downtown and primarily handles domestic flights and Southwest Airlines, with limited international service."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Del Bajío Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "Del Bajío International Airport (BJX) lacks direct public transportation from downtown León, so travelers rely on shuttle buses, taxis, ride-share, or driving. Intercity bus services like Primera Plus and Unebus connect the airport to León and other nearby cities, while private shuttle services can be booked in advance through local operators such as Viva, Primera Plus, and Unebus. Taxis and ride-share offer the fastest door-to-door option, and the airport provides both short-term and long-term parking for those driving, with car rental counters available on-site. Driving or taking a taxi is typically the most popular and quickest choice, while shuttle buses are the most economical.",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-23T00:09:04Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-06-14T18:19:02Z"
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      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Houston airport?",
        "answer": "William P. Hobby Airport does not have a hotel directly connected to the terminal, but several are located within about a mile, including Courtyard Houston Hobby Airport and Houston Marriott South at Hobby Airport, both offering complimentary airport shuttles. These properties sit just blocks from the airport, making them convenient for an overnight stay between flights. Aside from that, sleeping options inside the terminal itself are limited.",
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            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/houhh-houston-marriott-south-at-hobby-airport/rooms/",
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at William P Hobby Airport?",
        "answer": "William P. Hobby Airport offers free Wi-Fi throughout each terminal, including the parking garages, under the network name 'Free Airport WIFI'. An interfaith chapel is located in the Central Concourse, providing a quiet space for prayer and meditation. ATMs are available throughout the airport for currency needs, though dedicated currency exchange offices are not part of the terminal services.",
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      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the León and Houston airports?",
        "answer": "At León/Bajío International Airport (BJX), travelers with disabilities can access mobility assistance through the airport operator, Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico, which typically requires arranging wheelchair or special assistance directly with your airline at least 48 hours before departure. Houston's William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) offers comprehensive accessibility services including wheelchair-accessible restrooms, Companion Care restrooms, American Sign Language interpretation, Aira services for blind and low-vision travelers, and a Sunflower Lanyard program for hidden disabilities. HOU also provides family restrooms and a Central Play Area for children, while TSA Cares can assist with security screening when contacted at least 72 hours in advance.",
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            "url": "https://www.fly2houston.com/hou/accessibility/",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from León to Houston?",
        "answer": "United flies nonstop from León to Houston using the Embraer 175 and the Airbus A319 Ceo. American Airlines offers connecting service via Dallas/Fort Worth on the Boeing 737-800 for the longer leg, with the shorter León–Dallas segment operated by a mix of aircraft including the Embraer 175, Boeing 737-800, Canadair Regional Jet 700, Canadair Regional Jet 900, and Airbus A319 Ceo.",
        "methodology": "Aircraft types come 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). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.",
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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from León?",
        "answer": "León's Del Bajío International Airport has a single VIP Lounge Bajío available to both domestic and international passengers. The lounge offers air conditioning, complimentary standard alcoholic drinks, conference facilities, digital card acceptance, and accessibility features, with a maximum stay of 3 hours. Access is via an exclusive security checkpoint from the Domestic Arrivals Area, then taking the elevator to the 2nd floor.",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from León to Houston?",
        "answer": "On León–Houston flights, Basic Economy often excludes a checked bag and may restrict carry‑on to a personal item. Standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on, but check your airline's policy."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from León to Houston?",
        "answer": "Flights from León to Houston generally offer Economy and some flights include flat-bed Business class; Premium Economy is uncommon on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy typically does not."
      }
    }
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