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    "Key": "MEL-BNE",
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      "code": "MEL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Melbourne",
      "fullCity": "Melbourne, Australia",
      "airport": "Melbourne Intl Airport"
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      "code": "BNE",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Brisbane",
      "fullCity": "Brisbane, Australia",
      "airport": "Brisbane Intl Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Melbourne to Brisbane?",
        "answer": "The flight from Melbourne to Brisbane covers about 860 miles and typically takes 2 hours and 10 minutes. The return leg is slightly longer at 2 hours and 25 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 Melbourne to Brisbane?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of non‑stop flights from Melbourne to Brisbane. Jetstar (JQ), Virgin Australia (VA), and Qantas (QF) all fly the route daily, together offering over 440 weekly departures between them. The flight takes about 2 hours 10 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 Brisbane?",
        "answer": "Brisbane Airport offers several ground transportation options, with the Airtrain rail link being the fastest, taking about 22 minutes to reach Central Station for $19.80 one way. Taxis, ride-share services, and car rentals are also available at both terminals, providing door-to-door convenience. The Airtrain is the most-used mass transit option, though it has been criticized for high fares and limited late-night service. Buses and ferries serve the broader city but do not directly connect to the airport terminals.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brisbane_Airport_line",
            "title": "Brisbane Airport line",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-08T00:47:21Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Brisbane",
            "title": "Transport in Brisbane",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-14T23:47:33Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airport_railway_line,_Brisbane",
            "title": "Airport railway line, Brisbane",
            "time_published": "2026-05-31T10:14:12Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Airport_railway_station,_Brisbane",
            "title": "International Airport railway station, Brisbane",
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            "time_published": "2026-08-28T10:23:36Z"
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            "title": "Airport line, Brisbane",
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            "time_published": "2026-08-18T08:33:52Z"
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      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Melbourne to Brisbane?",
        "answer": "Yes, overnight red-eye flights operate nonstop from Melbourne to Brisbane. Jetstar (JQ) runs red-eyes daily with departures around 9:05–9:55 PM, and Virgin Australia (VA) runs them six days a week (Mon–Fri and Sun) with departures around 9:40–10:45 PM. These flights are short, so they arrive the same night, typically just before midnight.",
        "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 Melbourne to Brisbane?",
        "answer": "Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas all fly nonstop from Melbourne to Brisbane, with Jetstar operating up to 172 flights per week, Virgin Australia up to 162, and Qantas up to 107. All three carriers fly daily with departures spread throughout the day from early morning to late 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 Melbourne and Brisbane?",
        "answer": "This is a domestic Australian route with frequent non‑stop flights; layovers are unnecessary and would add significant time. If a connection is unavoidable, Sydney is the only practical hub, offering many onward flights but increasing total travel time considerably."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Brisbane?",
        "answer": "Late April to May and September to early October deliver warm, sunny days with lower humidity and fewer tourists."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Melbourne to Brisbane?",
        "answer": "For domestic flights within Australia, bring a valid government-issued ID such as a driver's licence or passport, ensure your name matches the ticket, and carry a payment method for baggage. No visa or vaccination certificate is required for this route."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Brisbane?",
        "answer": "Brisbane Airport is the only commercial airport serving the city, located about 15 km northeast of the CBD. It handles all domestic and international flights to Brisbane."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Melbourne Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From Melbourne's city center, the SkyBus City Express is the most popular and frequent option, running every 10–15 minutes from Southern Cross Station to the airport around the clock. Rideshare services like Uber and Didi offer convenient door-to-door pickup with designated ranks at each terminal, while taxis are available from ground-floor ranks at Terminals 1, 2, and the T4 Transport Hub. Public buses operated by Public Transport Victoria also serve the airport from the T4 hub, and driving yourself is possible with on-site terminal parking or cheaper value car parks connected by free shuttle buses. The SkyBus is generally the fastest and most cost-effective choice for solo travelers, while rideshare or taxi is more convenient for groups, and parking works best for longer trips with pre-booking.",
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            "title": "Rideshare | Melbourne Airport",
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          },
          {
            "url": "https://melbourneairport.com.au/parking-transport",
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          {
            "url": "https://melbourneairport.com.au/getting-to-from-the-airport",
            "title": "Getting to & from the airport | Melbourne Airport",
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          {
            "url": "https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/help-information",
            "title": "Help & Information | Melbourne Airport | Melbourne Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-08-11T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://melbourneairport.com.au/bus-services",
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Brisbane airport?",
        "answer": "Brisbane Airport does not have a hotel directly connected to the terminals, but several hotels are within walking distance or a short shuttle ride. The ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel and Pullman Brisbane Airport Hotel are both about a 5-minute walk from the Domestic Terminal. The Novotel Brisbane Airport and Ibis Budget Hotel are also nearby, serviced by shuttles.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/brisbane-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Brisbane Airport Guide (BNE) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "time_published": "2018-08-08T19:06:46Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/brisbane/bneex/hoteldetail/rooms",
            "title": "Holiday Inn Express Brisbane Central  Guest Room & Suite Options",
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          {
            "url": "https://pullman.accor.com/de/hotels/brisbane/9559.html",
            "title": "Pullman Brisbane Airport – Fünf-Sterne-Hotel in der Nähe des Flughafens BNE",
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Brisbane Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Brisbane Airport (BNE) has currency exchange offices in both the International Terminal (Travelex, near arrivals and departures) and the Domestic Terminal (Travelex kiosks), so you can exchange money on arrival from Melbourne. Prayer rooms are available at Brisbane Airport: the International Terminal has a multi-faith prayer room on Level 3 near the food court, and the Domestic Terminal has a quiet/prayer room on Level 2 near Gate 22. Free Wi-Fi is offered throughout both terminals via the 'BNE Free Wi-Fi' network, with no time limit for general browsing.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brisbane_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-15T12:15:22Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brisbane_Airport_(suburb)",
            "title": "Brisbane Airport (suburb)",
            "time_published": "2026-02-19T04:54:53Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airport_line,_Brisbane",
            "title": "Airport line, Brisbane",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-08-18T08:33:52Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Domestic_Airport_railway_station,_Brisbane",
            "title": "Domestic Airport railway station, Brisbane",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-02T09:33:31Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airport_Link,_Brisbane",
            "title": "Airport Link, Brisbane",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-08-27T05:17:10Z"
          }
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      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Melbourne and Brisbane airports?",
        "answer": "Melbourne Airport offers a complimentary Airport Assist service, run with Travellers Aid, that provides wheelchair and buggy transfers between car parks, terminals, baggage halls, and ground transport hubs, with five Mobility Hubs across the airport and support available daily from 6am to 10pm (expanding to 3am–1am from 6 October). Travellers can pre-book online with at least 24 hours' notice or simply walk up to any Mobility Hub on the day, while help from check-in through security to the aircraft seat is arranged directly with the airline. Brisbane Airport's terminals are served by an accessible Airtrain rail link with step-free station access. To ensure a smooth journey on the Melbourne–Brisbane route, arrange any airline-provided wheelchair or mobility support at least 48 hours before your flight.",
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          {
            "url": "https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/accessible-facilities-and-services",
            "title": "Accessible facilities and services",
            "time_published": "2025-01-16T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://melbourneairport.com.au/special-assistance-contact",
            "title": "How to book Special Assistance | Melbourne Airport",
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            "title": "Melbourne Airport launches Airport Assist – An Australian-first in accessible travel | Melbourne Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-02-04T22:44:31Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://melbourneairport.com.au/contact-us",
            "title": "Contact Us | Melbourne Airport",
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          {
            "url": "https://melbourneairport.com.au/get-help-from-melbourne-airports-free-airport-assist",
            "title": "Get From A to B with Help From Melbourne Airport's Free Airport Assist | Melbourne Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brisbane_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-15T12:15:22Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-08-28T10:23:36Z"
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            "time_published": "2025-10-25T09:32:58Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Melbourne to Brisbane?",
        "answer": "On flights from Melbourne to Brisbane, Virgin Australia primarily operates Boeing 737-800s, while Qantas flies Boeing 737-800s and Airbus A220-300s. Jetstar uses Airbus A320s and A321neos. Virgin Australia operates the most departures on this route, followed by Jetstar and Qantas.",
        "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 Melbourne to Brisbane?",
        "answer": "Qantas, a Oneworld member, flies nonstop from Melbourne to Brisbane alongside Virgin Australia and Jetstar. Virgin Australia belongs to no major global alliance, and Jetstar — a Qantas subsidiary — also has no alliance affiliation; other alliances may serve the route via connections but no other nonstop carriers operate it.",
        "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 Melbourne?",
        "answer": "When departing Melbourne, the best open-access lounge options are the Aspire Lounge, Marhaba Lounge, and Plaza Premium Lounge, all located in Terminal 2 after security. The Plaza Premium Lounge offers comfortable seating, a private resting area, food and beverages, a bar, recharging stations, complimentary Wi-Fi, and newspapers and magazines. The Marhaba Lounge and Aspire Lounge are also in Terminal 2, with the Marhaba Lounge between Gates 9 and 11 and the Aspire Lounge on the concourse level. Airline-specific lounges include the Qantas First Class Lounge, Emirates Lounge, and Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge, but access is limited to eligible passengers. For most travelers, the three open-access lounges are the easiest way to relax before a flight to Brisbane.",
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            "title": "Open Access Lounges | Melbourne Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-05-20T00:53:47Z"
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            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/australia/melbourne",
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            "time_published": "2026-06-30T08:24:25Z"
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            "url": "https://www.qantas.com/za/en/qantas-experience/at-the-airport/airport-lounges/all-qantas-airport-lounges/airport-lounge-locations.html/mel/International%20First%20Lounge.html",
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            "url": "https://qantas.com/vu/en/qantas-experience/at-the-airport/airport-guides/melbourne-t1-domestic-airport-guide.html",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Melbourne to Brisbane?",
        "answer": "This is a domestic Australian route, so baggage rules depend on the airline and fare type. Basic fares may not include checked baggage, while standard economy often allows one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer higher allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Melbourne to Brisbane?",
        "answer": "Flights from Melbourne to Brisbane typically offer Economy and Business class, but Business is usually standard recliner seats rather than flat‑beds, and Premium Economy is not common on this domestic route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies depend on the carrier and fare type; flexible and business‑class tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while discount fares rarely do."
      }
    }
  }
}