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    "Key": "ICN-SHE",
    "orig": {
      "code": "ICN",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Seoul",
      "fullCity": "Seoul, Korea",
      "airport": "Incheon Intl Airport"
    },
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      "code": "SHE",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Shenyang",
      "fullCity": "Shenyang, China",
      "airport": "Taoxian Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Seoul to Shenyang?",
        "answer": "The flight from Seoul to Shenyang is about 330 miles and typically takes 2 hours nonstop. On the return leg, the typical flight time is 1 hour and 55 minutes, which is slightly shorter. Korean Air and China Southern both operate daily nonstop service on this route.",
        "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 Shenyang?",
        "answer": "Yes, Korean Air and China Southern both fly non‑stop from Seoul Incheon to Shenyang. Korean Air operates four daily flights (28 per week) and China Southern runs two daily (14 per week), so the route has daily service on both carriers and a total of six non‑stops each day. The flight takes about two 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.",
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      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Shenyang?",
        "answer": "From Shenyang Taoxian International Airport, the main ground transportation options are the Shenyang Modern Tram (lines 2 and 6, though line 2 was cancelled in late 2024) and taxis/ride-hailing services, with the airport located about 20 km (12 mi) south of the city center. The tram offers a low-cost option at 2–4 yuan depending on distance, with interchanges to Metro Lines 2 and 10 for onward travel, but its airport service has been reduced. Taxis and ride-share apps like Didi are the most used and fastest ways into the city, typically taking 30–40 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental is available but less common for visitors given the efficient metro and taxi network.",
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            "title": "Line 10 (Shenyang Metro)",
            "time_published": "2026-06-30T19:34:22Z"
          },
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            "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/shenyang-airport-she-details.html",
            "title": "Shenyang Airport (SHE) Details, Shenyang, China",
            "time_published": "2026-04-23T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Shenyang_Metro_stations",
            "title": "List of Shenyang Metro stations",
            "time_published": "2026-07-15T06:56:25Z"
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Seoul to Shenyang?",
        "answer": "Yes, overnight red-eye flights are available nonstop from Seoul (ICN) to Shenyang (SHE). China Southern operates a daily red-eye departing at 21:50.",
        "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 Shenyang?",
        "answer": "Korean Air and China Southern fly nonstop from Seoul to Shenyang, with Korean Air operating 28 weekly flights and China Southern 14 weekly flights. Both carriers serve the route daily, with Korean Air departures spread across the morning and early afternoon and China Southern flying at midday and in the evening.",
        "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 Shenyang?",
        "answer": "Common layovers include Beijing and Shanghai, which offer broad connections and efficient transfers, keeping total travel time competitive."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Shenyang?",
        "answer": "May to June and September to early October offer mild temperatures and fewer tourists."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Seoul to Shenyang?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months with blank visa pages, a valid Chinese visa or residence permit, and be prepared to show proof of onward or return travel. Carry a payment method for baggage fees and check if any health declarations or vaccination certificates are currently required."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Shenyang?",
        "answer": "Shenyang Taoxian International Airport is the only airport serving the city. It is located about 20 km south of downtown and handles all domestic and international flights."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Incheon Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "Getting from downtown Seoul to Incheon Airport is easiest via the Airport Railroad Express (AREX), which offers a fast direct train from Seoul Station, or via limousine buses that stop at major hotels and neighborhoods. Taxis are also available but cost significantly more than the train or bus, and driving yourself means paying for long-term parking at the airport. The AREX train is generally the fastest and most popular choice for travelers, while the limousine bus is a comfortable alternative if you are near an express bus terminal.",
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      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Shenyang airport?",
        "answer": "Shenyang Taoxian International Airport has no directly connected hotel or sleeping facility on site. The closest hotels mentioned are the Sheraton Shenyang South City Hotel, about 10 minutes away by car, and the Holiday Inn Express Shenyang North Station, which is 25 km from the airport. Sleeping options at the airport itself are therefore limited.",
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          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/shesi-sheraton-shenyang-south-city-hotel/overview/",
            "title": "Sheraton Shenyang South City Hotel | Marriott Bonvoy",
            "time_published": "2024-10-11T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "title": "Shenyang Airport (SHE) Details, Shenyang, China",
            "time_published": "2026-04-23T00:00:00Z"
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Taoxian Airport?",
        "answer": "Shenyang Taoxian International Airport offers free Wi‑Fi throughout its terminals. Currency exchange offices are available in the international terminal for arriving passengers. Prayer rooms or chapels are not a listed facility at this airport.",
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            "title": "Shenyang Airport (SHE) Details, Shenyang, China",
            "time_published": "2026-04-23T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/shenyang-airport-she-15-day-weather-forecast.html",
            "title": "Shenyang Airport (SHE) 15 Day Weather Forecast, Shenyang China",
            "time_published": "2026-04-23T00:00:00Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-06-26T14:22:45Z"
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      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Seoul and Shenyang airports?",
        "answer": "At Incheon International Airport, travelers with reduced mobility can use priority lanes, disabled parking zones, designated drop-off points, help phones, and a free wheelchair lift between the long-term parking lot and the terminal, along with electric vehicle and wheelchair transportation services in the public and duty-free areas. Assistance can be arranged by contacting the airport help desk at 1577-2600, and airlines may also provide their own mobility services, so it is recommended to inquire with your airline in advance. Shenyang Taoxian International Airport is served by Shenyang Tram lines 2 and 6, which provide ground transportation connections to the airport.",
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            "url": "https://airport.kr/ap_en/1435/subview.do",
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            "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/shenyang-airport-she-15-day-weather-forecast.html",
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      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Seoul to Shenyang?",
        "answer": "Korean Air typically uses Boeing 737-900 aircraft on flights from Seoul to Shenyang. China Southern operates the route with Airbus A320neo 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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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Seoul to Shenyang?",
        "answer": "Korean Air (SkyTeam) and China Southern (unaffiliated) fly nonstop from Seoul Incheon to Shenyang. Korean Air is a SkyTeam member, while China Southern left SkyTeam and belongs to no global alliance. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but no Star Alliance or oneworld carrier operates 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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Seoul?",
        "answer": "Seoul Incheon offers several lounges across its two terminals, including Sky Hub Lounge and Matina in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, as well as Asiana Business Lounges in Terminal 1. The Korean Air Lounge in Terminal 1 near gate 28 provides dining, refreshments, showers, and internet access. Priority Pass members can access lounges such as Sky Hub and Matina, while Delta operates a Sky Club in partnership with Korean Air at Terminal 2.",
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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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            "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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            "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 Shenyang?",
        "answer": "On Seoul–Shenyang flights, baggage allowance depends on the airline and fare type. Basic economy fares may not include a checked bag, while standard economy usually allows one checked bag and one carry‑on. Premium cabins offer higher allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Seoul to Shenyang?",
        "answer": "Seoul to Shenyang flights typically offer Economy and Business class; flat-bed seats in Business are common on wide-body aircraft, while Premium Economy is rarely available on this short route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Same‑day changes and standby depend on the airline and fare type; flexible and premium tickets generally offer more options, while basic economy fares rarely allow them."
      }
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