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      "code": "LIR",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Liberia",
      "fullCity": "Liberia, Costa Rica",
      "airport": "Guanacaste Airport"
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      "code": "EWR",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Newark",
      "fullCity": "Newark, New Jersey",
      "airport": "Liberty Intl Airport"
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      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Liberia to Newark?",
        "answer": "The nonstop flight from Liberia, Costa Rica to Newark covers about 2,190 miles. The typical scheduled block time is 5 hours and 9 minutes, and the return leg takes the same duration.",
        "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 Liberia to Newark?",
        "answer": "United flies nonstop between Liberia and Newark daily, with about 22 flights a week departing in the late afternoon. The flight takes roughly 5 hours 9 minutes eastbound and the same westbound. If you need a connecting option, the shortest one-stop routings are via Miami or Fort Lauderdale and clock in around 9½ hours.",
        "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. 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. 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 Newark?",
        "answer": "Newark Liberty International Airport offers a full range of ground transportation to reach the city center and beyond: the AirTrain connects directly to NJ Transit and Amtrak rail for the fastest ride into Midtown Manhattan in about 30 minutes for $17, while licensed taxis are available outside every terminal. Ride-sharing apps like Uber and Lyft offer curb pickup or an Uber Shuttle, and rental cars are consolidated at a Rental Car Center reached via the AirTrain. For budget travel, the Newark Airport Express Bus runs to Port Authority in about 50 minutes for $23, and NJ Transit Go Bus routes 28, 37, 62, 67, and 107 serve Newark Penn Station and surrounding areas. The rail link via AirTrain plus NJ Transit or Amtrak is generally the most-used and fastest option for most travelers heading into New York City or central Newark.",
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            "url": "https://newarkairport.com/transportation/public-transport",
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            "time_published": "2026-02-04T20:44:03Z"
          },
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            "title": "Flight Information - EWR Newark Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-01-12T23:01:24Z"
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      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Liberia to Newark?",
        "answer": "Average fares from Liberia to Newark bottom out around $340 in late September, the cheapest stretch of the year. The cheapest months overall are September at $352, October at $356, and January at $377, while the most expensive period is late December, when average fares climb to about $478. December, July, and June are the priciest months on this route.",
        "methodology": "Seasonal fares come from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive, analysed in-house and refreshed monthly. For each day of the year we take a representative round-trip fare, a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings, and smooth the series into a seasonal curve; the half-month low and high and the monthly figures quoted here are averages of that curve. Thin and international routes borrow their seasonal shape from the nearest busy routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings.",
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      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Liberia to Newark?",
        "answer": "No nonstop red-eyes operate from Liberia to Newark, but connecting overnight itineraries are available. For example, American Airlines offers a red-eye from Miami to Newark departing at 21:43 and arriving at 00:51 (early hours), with a layover in Miami; JetBlue also has a red-eye from Fort Lauderdale to New York JFK departing at 22:15 and arriving at 01:18 (early hours).",
        "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 Liberia to Newark?",
        "answer": "United Airlines operates nonstop from Liberia to Newark, with about 22 flights a week departing daily in the late afternoon. The typical fare is around $753.",
        "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 Liberia and Newark?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities between Liberia and Newark include Houston, Atlanta, and Miami. Houston offers extensive United Airlines connections, Atlanta is a major Delta hub with efficient transfers, and Miami provides ample American Airlines options, often with competitive total travel times."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Newark?",
        "answer": "May, June, September, and October bring pleasant temperatures and lower tourist numbers."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Liberia to Newark?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for the duration of your stay, an approved ESTA or U.S. visa, proof of onward travel and a payment method for baggage and any required health documents."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Newark?",
        "answer": "Newark Liberty International Airport is the only commercial airport in Newark. It serves as a major hub for United Airlines and offers extensive domestic and international connections."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Guanacaste Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "Guanacaste Airport is about 8 miles west of Liberia's city center along the road to Nicoya, and there is no dedicated public bus service to the terminal, so most travelers use a taxi or pre-arranged shuttle. Taxis are the most popular and fastest option, taking roughly 20–25 minutes, while shared shuttle vans are a cheaper alternative that pick up at hotels and central points. Ride-share apps are not widely available in Liberia, and driving yourself is possible with on-site parking, though parking fees add to the cost.",
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            "time_published": "2026-08-24T23:25:58Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liberia,_Costa_Rica",
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            "time_published": "2026-06-13T00:02:29Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-04-23T03:50:20Z"
          }
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      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Newark airport?",
        "answer": "Newark Liberty International Airport has a hotel located on airport grounds, the Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott, which is accessible via hotel shuttle and the AirTrain system. Inside Terminal C near Gate 125, Minute Suites offers private sleep suites with daybeds for short stays or overnight use. Several nearby hotels, including Hampton Inn Newark-Airport and Hilton Newark Airport, also provide free shuttle service.",
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        "references": [
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            "time_published": "2024-09-12T00:00:00Z"
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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, with locations available across the terminals. Prayer and meditation rooms are provided for travelers seeking a quiet space, and free Wi‑Fi is available by selecting the “_Free EWR WiFi” network. For specific terminal locations, the airport’s interactive map can help you find these amenities.",
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            "title": "New EWR Terminal A"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Newark_Liberty",
            "title": "Newark Liberty International Airport - Wikipedia",
            "time_published": "2026-03-12T19:22:42Z"
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      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Liberia and Newark airports?",
        "answer": "At Newark Liberty International Airport, travelers with disabilities can arrange wheelchair or guided assistance through their airline, travel agent, or TSA Cares in advance, with TSA Cares requests recommended at least 72 hours before the flight. EWR also provides accessible restrooms with adult-sized changing tables in all terminals and offers children's play areas as part of its relaxation amenities. For Liberia's Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport, specific accessibility or children's facility details are not available in the current source, so travelers should contact their airline or the airport directly to arrange mobility assistance.",
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            "time_published": "2026-08-24T23:25:58Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Liberia to Newark?",
        "answer": "United operates the nonstop route from Liberia to Newark with Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. No other carrier or aircraft type is listed for this route.",
        "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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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Liberia to Newark?",
        "answer": "United Airlines, a Star Alliance member, is the only carrier operating nonstop from Liberia to Newark, with 22 weekly flights. No other airlines fly this route nonstop, though one-stop itineraries on other alliances may be available; United's typical fare is around $753.",
        "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 Liberia?",
        "answer": "Liberia Airport has the VIP Lounge Liberia, located airside after passport and security checks on the second floor, accessible via the escalator on the left-hand side. It is open daily from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM, though hours may vary with flight schedules. Children under 10 enter free, and alcoholic drinks are only served to passengers 18 and older. The lounge may have interrupted services due to precautionary measures.",
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            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/lounges/costa-rica/liberia-international/lir2-vip-lounge-liberia",
            "title": "VIP Lounge Liberia",
            "time_published": "2024-09-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guanacaste_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-08-24T23:25:58Z"
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Liberia to Newark?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules depend on the airline and fare. Basic economy tickets are restrictive and may not include a free checked bag. Standard international economy fares typically include one checked bag and a carry‑on."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Liberia to Newark?",
        "answer": "Flights from Liberia to Newark generally offer Economy and flat-bed Business class; Premium Economy is not widely available on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies depend on the airline and fare type; flexible and premium cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy and restricted fares typically do not."
      }
    }
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