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    "Key": "LIS-NYC",
    "orig": {
      "code": "LIS",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Lisbon",
      "fullCity": "Lisbon, Portugal",
      "airport": "Humberto Delgado Airport"
    },
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      "code": "NYC",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "New York City",
      "fullCity": "New York City, New York",
      "airport": "John F Kennedy Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Lisbon to New York City?",
        "answer": "The flight from Lisbon to New York City is about 3,360 miles. Nonstop flights typically take around 8 hours 30 minutes eastbound, while the return leg is notably shorter at about 7 hours 0 minutes due to prevailing winds.",
        "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 Lisbon to New York City?",
        "answer": "Yes, non‑stop flights from Lisbon to New York City operate daily on TAP Air Portugal, United, and Delta. TAP flies to both JFK and Newark with up to 41 weekly departures, United serves Newark twice daily, and Delta runs one daily flight to JFK. Fares on the non‑stop start around $593, with TAP typically the most affordable 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. 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.",
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      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in New York City?",
        "answer": "From Newark Liberty International Airport, you can reach Midtown Manhattan fastest by NJ Transit train in about 30 minutes for $17, while the Newark Airport Express bus takes roughly 50 minutes and costs $23. Taxis are readily available outside each terminal, and ride-sharing apps like Uber and Lyft offer curb pickup or the Uber Shuttle. Rental cars are located at a central facility reached by AirTrain, and NJ Transit buses, Amtrak, PATH connections, and shuttle services provide additional options. The train is the fastest and most popular choice for most travelers heading to the city center.",
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            "url": "https://newarkairport.com/transportation/public-transport",
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            "url": "https://www.newarkairport.com/",
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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 Lisbon to New York City?",
        "answer": "Average fares from Lisbon to New York City bottom out around $331 in late September, the cheapest stretch of the year. September and October are the cheapest months overall, averaging $342 and $346, with February also low at $365. The most expensive period is late December, when average fares climb to $463, and December is the priciest month at $436.",
        "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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      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Lisbon to New York City?",
        "answer": "For flights from Lisbon to New York City, the optimal booking window is about 4 to 7 weeks before departure, when fares average around $315. Booking roughly 30 days out hits the lowest price point, while waiting until the final week or booking more than 5 months ahead pushes prices into the $360–$440 range. Summer and major holiday periods tend to tighten this window, so adding a couple of extra weeks of lead time is wise.",
        "methodology": "Booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. We aggregate the route's bookings by how many days before departure they were made, from about 180 days out to the day of travel, smooth the curve, and highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare. Thin and international routes borrow the curve shape from the nearest busy routes, anchored to the route's own price level. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.",
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Lisbon to New York City?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights are scheduled from Lisbon to New York City — 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 Lisbon to New York City?",
        "answer": "TAP Air Portugal, United, and Delta all fly nonstop from Lisbon to New York City. TAP serves both Newark and JFK, with up to 41 weekly flights combined and a median fare around $696; United flies Newark daily, typically around $721; and Delta operates a daily JFK service. Other carriers may also offer connecting itineraries, but these three provide the only nonstop options.",
        "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 Lisbon and New York City?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Madrid, London, Paris and Dublin. Madrid and Dublin offer US pre‑clearance, saving time on arrival, while London and Paris provide extensive transatlantic connections and efficient transfer processes."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to New York City?",
        "answer": "April to June and September to October offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists than summer."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Lisbon to New York City?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for the duration of your stay, an approved ESTA or U.S. visa, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage, and any required vaccination certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in New York City?",
        "answer": "John F. Kennedy International is the primary gateway for international flights and most transatlantic services. Newark Liberty also handles many international routes and is closer to Midtown Manhattan for some travellers. LaGuardia mainly serves domestic flights and is not used for Lisbon flights."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Humberto Delgado Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Lisbon, the fastest and most popular way to reach Humberto Delgado Airport is the Metro's Red Line, which stops directly at Terminal 1 and takes about 20 minutes from the city center. Carris city buses also serve the arrivals area, and taxis are available 24 hours a day outside the terminals, reaching the center in roughly 15 minutes. Ride-share services operate as an alternative to taxis. Driving is possible via major highways with covered and open parking at the airport, though parking costs more than public transit.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisbon_Airport",
            "title": "Lisbon Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-14T10:27:02Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://lisbon-lis.airports-guides.com",
            "title": "Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) Information: LIS Airport in Lisbon Area, Portugal",
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Portugal",
            "title": "Transport in Portugal",
            "time_published": "2026-05-04T23:32:13Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisbon_Metro_Red_Line",
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            "time_published": "2026-05-25T05:54:05Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trams_in_Lisbon",
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            "time_published": "2026-08-15T23:13:49Z"
          }
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at New York City airport?",
        "answer": "At Newark Liberty International Airport, which serves the New York City area for this route, there is a hotel on airport grounds: the Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott, accessible via the AirTrain or hotel shuttle. Additionally, Minute Suites offers private sleep suites inside Terminal C near Gate 125, with hourly and overnight rates. Several nearby hotels also provide free shuttle service.",
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            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/newark-airport-guide.htm",
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/sleep-guide/sleeping-in-newark-airport.htm",
            "title": "Sleeping in Newark Airport",
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at John F Kennedy Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Newark Liberty International Airport offers free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal; simply select “_Free EWR WiFi” from the available networks. Currency exchange offices and prayer/meditation rooms are available across the airport, with services listed on the airport’s interactive map and terminal-specific amenity pages.",
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            "url": "https://panynj.gov/airports/en/index/new-ewr-terminal-a.html",
            "title": "New EWR Terminal A"
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            "url": "https://www.newarkairport.com/",
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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 Lisbon and New York City airports?",
        "answer": "At Lisbon Portela Airport, shuttle services are available to transport travelers around the airport and to locations not serviced by aerobuses. At John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), accessible restrooms are available in every terminal, service animal relief areas are provided at all terminals, and Airport Customer Experience Specialists (ACES) in red uniforms can assist at information centers. Travelers needing wheelchair services, guided assistance, or oxygen should contact their airline, travel agent, or submit a TSA Cares form at least 72 hours before the flight, though requesting assistance through the airline at least 48 hours in advance is generally advised.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://lisbon-lis.airports-guides.com",
            "title": "Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) Information: LIS Airport in Lisbon Area, Portugal",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisbon_Airport",
            "title": "Lisbon Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-14T10:27:02Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Port_of_Lisbon",
            "title": "Port of Lisbon",
            "time_published": "2026-05-17T01:54:27Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisbon_Luís_de_Camões_Airport",
            "title": "Lisbon Luís de Camões Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-07T19:34:51Z"
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            "url": "https://jfkairport.com/at-airport/accessibility-services",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Lisbon to New York City?",
        "answer": "TAP Air Portugal operates Lisbon to New York City most, flying Airbus A321neo aircraft to Newark and also serving JFK without a listed aircraft type. Delta flies Boeing 767-300s to JFK, and United flies Boeing 787-10s to Newark.",
        "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 Lisbon to New York City?",
        "answer": "On the nonstop Lisbon–New York City route, TAP Air Portugal (Star Alliance), United Airlines (Star Alliance), and Delta Air Lines (SkyTeam) operate the service. No oneworld or non-aligned carriers fly nonstop on this route, though other alliances may serve it via connections.",
        "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 Lisbon?",
        "answer": "When departing from Lisbon, the ANA Lounge in Terminal 1 is the main option, open from 04:00 to 23:00. It offers a quiet, exclusive space designed for comfort and relaxation. Access is available to eligible passengers, including those with certain premium cards or status.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/portugal/lisbon-portela",
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            "time_published": "2026-06-30T08:24:25Z"
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/LIS",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Lisbon to New York City?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules vary by airline and fare class. Basic economy on this route often excludes a checked bag, while standard international economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins usually offer two checked bags and a larger carry‑on allowance."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Lisbon to New York City?",
        "answer": "Lisbon to New York City flights typically offer Economy and flat‑bed Business class, with Premium Economy available on select airlines."
      },
      "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 usually does not."
      }
    }
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