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    "orig": {
      "code": "KMI",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Miyazaki",
      "fullCity": "Miyazaki, Japan",
      "airport": "Miyazaki Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "ITM",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Osaka",
      "fullCity": "Osaka, Japan",
      "airport": "Osaka Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "The flight from Miyazaki to Osaka is about 310 miles and typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes nonstop. Return flights also take about 1 hour 5 minutes, with no meaningful difference between directions.",
        "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 Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "Yes, JAL and ANA both fly nonstop from Miyazaki to Osaka Itami daily, with about 171 combined weekly flights. The flight takes about 65 minutes, with departures spread throughout the day from early morning to evening. Both carriers offer a dozen or more departures each day, so the route is very well served.",
        "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.",
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      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Osaka?",
        "answer": "Osaka International Airport (Itami) is served by the Osaka Monorail, which connects directly to the terminal via Osaka Airport Station and links into the region's extensive rail network. Public transit dominates travel in the Keihanshin area, with railway trips accounting for the highest modal share at over 45%, while private automobiles play a secondary role at under 10%. Taxis, ride shares, and car rentals are available but are less commonly used than the highly efficient rail and monorail options. The monorail is the most direct and frequently used way to reach central Osaka from the airport.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Itami_Airport",
            "title": "Itami Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-15T08:44:39Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Keihanshin",
            "title": "Transport in Keihanshin",
            "time_published": "2026-01-05T22:31:01Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Itami_Station_(JR_West)",
            "title": "Itami Station (JR West)",
            "time_published": "2026-04-22T02:39:33Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osaka_Airport_Station",
            "title": "Osaka Airport Station",
            "time_published": "2026-05-26T18:59:27Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red-eye) flights are scheduled from Miyazaki (KMI) to Osaka (ITM) — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red-eye long leg turned up in the schedule.",
        "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 Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "JAL and ANA operate nonstop between Miyazaki and Osaka Itami, with JAL flying 91 weekly flights and ANA flying 80 weekly flights, both operating daily. Both carriers offer multiple departures throughout the day, roughly from early morning into the evening. These are the two main carriers on this route.",
        "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Miyazaki and Osaka?",
        "answer": "This is a domestic route, so visa‑free transit does not apply. Common layovers include Fukuoka and Tokyo Haneda, which offer short connections and frequent flights, keeping total travel time competitive."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Osaka?",
        "answer": "March to May and October to November offer pleasant temperatures and less crowding than cherry blossom or summer holidays."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "For domestic flights within Japan, you need a valid government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license, My Number card, or passport. No visa or travel authorization is required. Bring a payment method for baggage fees and any required vaccination certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Osaka?",
        "answer": "Osaka has two airports. Itami is closest to downtown and mainly handles domestic flights. Kansai International is farther out but serves international and some domestic routes."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Miyazaki Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "The Miyazaki Kūkō Line connects Miyazaki Airport directly to central Miyazaki and points north, making it the fastest and most popular option, with the station right at the terminal. Buses and taxis also serve the airport, and driving is possible with parking available at the terminal, though taxis and driving cost more than the train or bus.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miyazaki_Airport_Station",
            "title": "Miyazaki Airport Station",
            "time_published": "2025-10-16T01:56:04Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miyazaki_Airport",
            "title": "Miyazaki Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-07T20:11:47Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miyazaki%20Airport",
            "title": "Miyazaki Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-03-22T18:58:25Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Osaka airport?",
        "answer": "There is an on-site hotel at Osaka Itami Airport called the Osaka Air Terminal Hotel, located inside the main terminal in the Central Block on Level 3. It's a mid-range hotel. The airport closes nightly from 10:00 PM to 5:30 AM, so staying in the terminal itself overnight is not possible.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/osaka-itami-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Osaka Itami Airport Guide (ITM) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "time_published": "2018-08-09T13:27:32Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/reviews/osaka-itami-airport-reviews.htm",
            "title": "Osaka Itami Airport Reviews (ITM)",
            "time_published": "2018-06-04T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/japan/osaka-prefecture/activities/osaka_private_airport_transfers_to_from_itami_airport_itm-XGMLMR",
            "title": "Osaka: Private Airport Transfers to/from Itami Airport(ITM)",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/tw/zh/osaka/osams/hoteldetail/amenities",
            "title": "設施",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Itami_Airport",
            "title": "Itami Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-15T08:44:39Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Osaka Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Osaka International Airport (Itami) is a compact, well-connected domestic hub serving Miyazaki with frequent flights on ANA and JAL group carriers. The airport's Central Block between the North and South Terminals houses shops, restaurants, and a hotel, and the renovated terminal consistently ranks among the world's top 100 airports for passenger experience. Free Wi-Fi and currency exchange are standard services in Japanese airports of this size, typically located in the arrival and departure lobbies of both terminal wings.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Itami_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-15T08:44:39Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Itami_Station_(JR_West)",
            "title": "Itami Station (JR West)",
            "time_published": "2026-04-22T02:39:33Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osaka_City_Air_Terminal",
            "title": "Osaka City Air Terminal",
            "time_published": "2025-10-09T21:51:12Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kansai_International_Airport",
            "title": "Kansai International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-14T17:13:47Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Miyazaki and Osaka airports?",
        "answer": "Miyazaki Airport and Osaka Itami Airport both offer standard accessibility support, including wheelchair assistance and barrier-free routes through their terminals; travelers should arrange mobility help through their airline at least 48 hours before departure. At Miyazaki, the station serving the airport is staffed and connected directly to the passenger terminal, making onward travel manageable for passengers with reduced mobility. At Osaka Itami, the nearby Kita-Itami Station is marked as accessible, and the airport serves as a major domestic hub with full terminal assistance for travelers with disabilities.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miyazaki_Airport",
            "title": "Miyazaki Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-07T20:11:47Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miyazaki%20Airport",
            "title": "Miyazaki Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-03-22T18:58:25Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miyazaki_Airport_Station",
            "title": "Miyazaki Airport Station",
            "time_published": "2025-10-16T01:56:04Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miyazaki_Prefecture",
            "title": "Miyazaki Prefecture",
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            "time_published": "2026-02-08T19:39:22Z"
          },
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            "time_published": "2026-09-15T08:44:39Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kita-Itami_Station",
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            "time_published": "2026-08-25T15:55:23Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-09-14T17:13:47Z"
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            "title": "Itami Station (JR West)",
            "time_published": "2026-04-22T02:39:33Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "Japan Airlines flies the route most often, using Embraer E170 and Embraer E190 aircraft. ANA also serves Miyazaki–Osaka with Boeing 737-800 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft.",
        "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 Miyazaki?",
        "answer": "Miyazaki Airport has no listed lounge access for departing passengers.",
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        "references": [
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            "time_published": "2026-07-07T20:11:47Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.lufthansa.com/lhg/it/it/dest/cy/miyazaki",
            "title": "Volo per Miyazaki (KMI) | Lufthansa"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.lufthansa.com/lhg/ch/fr/dest/cy/miyazaki",
            "title": "Vol vers Miyazaki (KMI) | Lufthansa",
            "time_published": "2023-11-10T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "This is a domestic Japan route, so international baggage rules do not apply. Allowance depends on the airline and fare type; basic fares may charge for checked bags, while standard fares often include one checked piece and a carry‑on."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Miyazaki to Osaka?",
        "answer": "Flights from Miyazaki to Osaka usually offer Economy class only, with standard seating and no flat-bed Business or Premium Economy options."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by carrier and fare type; flexible and higher‑class tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while restrictive fares generally do not."
      }
    }
  }
}