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    "Key": "ICN-FSZ",
    "orig": {
      "code": "ICN",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Seoul",
      "fullCity": "Seoul, Korea",
      "airport": "Incheon Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "FSZ",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Shizuoka",
      "fullCity": "Shizuoka, Japan",
      "airport": "Mt. Fuji Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Seoul to Shizuoka?",
        "answer": "The flight from Seoul to Shizuoka is about 680 miles and typically takes 2 hours 15 minutes nonstop on Jeju Air. The return flight is the same duration, at 2 hours 15 minutes.",
        "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 Seoul to Shizuoka?",
        "answer": "Jeju Air flies nonstop from Seoul Incheon to Shizuoka twice daily, every day of the week, with departures at 06:45 and 14:55. The scheduled flight time is about 2 hours 15 minutes.",
        "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 Shizuoka?",
        "answer": "From Shizuoka Airport (Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airport), the primary ground transportation to Shizuoka city center is a taxi, which costs about 8,500 yen and is the most direct option for reaching Shizuoka Station. There is no direct train station at the airport, though the closest railway station is Kanaya Station on the Tōkaidō Main Line, about 6 km away, accessible via a short local bus or taxi. Public bus service connects the airport to Shimada Station in about 25 minutes, and from there travelers can transfer to rail services toward Shizuoka. Car rentals are available with free parking for 2,000 cars at the airport, though driving may be less convenient for visitors unfamiliar with local roads. The taxi is the most-used and fastest option for a direct transfer to the city center.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shizuoka_Airport",
            "title": "Shizuoka Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-08T02:20:57Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shizuoka_Station",
            "title": "Shizuoka Station",
            "time_published": "2026-07-17T23:37:24Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shin-Fuji_Station_(Shizuoka)",
            "title": "Shin-Fuji Station (Shizuoka)",
            "time_published": "2026-07-08T20:49:49Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shizuoka_(city)",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-13T05:26:44Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fuji,_Shizuoka",
            "title": "Fuji, Shizuoka",
            "time_published": "2026-04-14T12:43:45Z"
          }
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Seoul to Shizuoka?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights are available from Seoul (ICN) to Shizuoka (FSZ) — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries whose long leg is a red‑eye operate 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 Seoul to Shizuoka?",
        "answer": "Jeju Air operates the non-stop route from Seoul Incheon to Shizuoka, with 14 weekly flights departing daily at 06:45 and 14:55.",
        "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 Seoul and Shizuoka?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities for this route include Tokyo (Narita or Haneda), Osaka (Kansai), and Fukuoka. These hubs offer frequent connections to Shizuoka and keep total travel time competitive. Advantages include efficient domestic transfers, broad flight schedules, and visa‑free transit for many nationalities within Japan."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Shizuoka?",
        "answer": "April to early June and October to November offer mild temperatures, low rainfall, and fewer visitors than summer."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Seoul to Shizuoka?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for the duration of your stay, any required visa or travel authorization, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage fees, and check for any vaccination certificate requirements."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Shizuoka?",
        "answer": "Shizuoka Airport is the only airport serving the city, located about 45 minutes from downtown Shizuoka and close to popular attractions like the Nihondaira Plateau."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Incheon Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Seoul, the fastest and most popular way to reach Incheon International Airport is the Airport Railroad (AREX) express train, which runs frequently and avoids traffic. Airport limousine buses are a comfortable alternative with dedicated luggage space, serving stops across the city at moderate cost. Taxis offer door-to-door convenience but are the priciest option, especially with night surcharges, while ride-share services are limited. Driving yourself is possible but parking at the airport is costly and best reserved for short trips.",
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      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Shizuoka airport?",
        "answer": "Shizuoka Airport has no directly connected hotel or on-site sleeping facilities. Sleeping options at the airport are limited.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shizuoka_Airport",
            "title": "Shizuoka Airport",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-07-08T02:20:57Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/fsziz-izu-marriott-hotel-shuzenji/overview/?EM=DNM_IZUMARRIOTT.COM",
            "title": "Hotels in Shizuoka, Japan | Izu Marriott Hotel Shuzenji",
            "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://activities.marriott.com/asia/japan/shizuoka/activities/classic_shizuoka_with_mt_fuji_view_day_private_shore_excursion-XWDDKS",
            "title": "Classic Shizuoka with Mt.Fuji view 1 Day Private Shore Excursion",
            "time_published": "2026-04-03T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Mount Fuji Airport?",
        "answer": "Shizuoka Airport (Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airport) serves the Shizuoka and Hamamatsu regions, located about 80 km from Mount Fuji. The airport terminal offers standard passenger amenities including free Wi-Fi throughout the building, with currency exchange services available in the international departures area. A prayer room is also provided near the domestic arrivals lobby for travelers who need a quiet space.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shizuoka_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-08T02:20:57Z"
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            "title": "Shizuoka Station",
            "time_published": "2026-07-17T23:37:24Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shizuoka_Prefecture",
            "title": "Shizuoka Prefecture",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-27T03:50:10Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mt._Fuji_Station",
            "title": "Mt. Fuji Station",
            "time_published": "2026-07-17T04:59:11Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fuji,_Shizuoka",
            "title": "Fuji, Shizuoka",
            "time_published": "2026-04-14T12:43:45Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Seoul and Shizuoka airports?",
        "answer": "Incheon International Airport offers dedicated priority lanes for mobility-impaired travelers, including wheelchair users, the elderly, young children, and passengers with medical conditions, along with disabled parking zones, help phones, and free wheelchair lift service between the long-term parking lot and terminal. Travelers can arrange electric vehicle or wheelchair assistance by calling the help desk at 1577-2600 or using an on-site information desk or help phone. For Shizuoka Airport, wheelchair accessibility is provided at nearby rail stations, though the airport itself is a smaller regional facility; travelers should arrange mobility assistance through their airline at least 48 hours before the flight.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://airport.kr/ap_en/1435/subview.do",
            "title": "International Incheon Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-08T02:20:57Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sakurabashi_Station_(Shizuoka)",
            "title": "Sakurabashi Station (Shizuoka)",
            "time_published": "2026-04-02T19:57:18Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shin-Fuji_Station_(Shizuoka)",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-08T20:49:49Z"
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      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Seoul to Shizuoka?",
        "answer": "On flights from Seoul to Shizuoka, Jeju Air operates the route using Boeing 737-800 aircraft. Jeju Air is the only carrier listed for this nonstop route, with service offered daily.",
        "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 Seoul to Shizuoka?",
        "answer": "Jeju Air (7C) operates nonstop flights from Seoul to Shizuoka. Jeju Air is not a member of any major global alliance. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but no alliance member flies it nonstop.",
        "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 Seoul?",
        "answer": "When departing from Incheon International Airport, you can access the Korean Air Lounge in Terminal 1 near gate 28, which offers lounge dining, refreshments, showers, tea, coffee, beverages, and internet access. Terminal 2 houses the Sky Hub Lounge and Matina Lounge, while Terminal 1 also has the Asiana Business Lounge Central, Asiana Business Lounge West, Matina Lounge, and an additional Sky Hub Lounge. The Asiana Business Lounge East and a Sky Hub Lounge are also available in Terminal 1 Concourse. Eligibility for the Korean Air Lounge is available through Qantas Club membership or partner access; other lounges may be accessible via Priority Pass or airline status.",
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            "url": "https://www.qantas.com/vn/en/qantas-experience/at-the-airport/airport-lounges/all-qantas-airport-lounges/airport-lounge-locations.html/icn/Korean%2520Air%2520Lounge.html",
            "title": "Airport lounge locations | Qantas"
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          {
            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/south-korea/incheon-international",
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            "time_published": "2026-06-30T08:24:25Z"
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            "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/asia/seoul-sky-club-airport-map",
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            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/south-korea/incheon-international/icn14-sky-hub-lounge",
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            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-ca/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/ICN",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Seoul to Shizuoka?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on this route depends on the airline and fare type. Basic economy fares are often restrictive and may not include a checked bag, while standard international economy typically includes at least one free checked bag. A carry-on bag is usually included across all fare types."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Seoul to Shizuoka?",
        "answer": "On the Seoul to Shizuoka route, flights typically offer Economy and flat-bed Business class, with Premium Economy being uncommon."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy typically does not."
      }
    }
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