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    "orig": {
      "code": "AUS",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Austin",
      "fullCity": "Austin, Texas",
      "airport": "Bergstrom Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "YVR",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Vancouver",
      "fullCity": "Vancouver, British Columbia",
      "airport": "Vancouver Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Austin to Vancouver?",
        "answer": "The nonstop flight from Austin to Vancouver is about 1,870 miles and typically takes 4 hours 38 minutes. The return leg is slightly shorter at 4 hours 27 minutes. Air Canada operates the route on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.",
        "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 Austin to Vancouver?",
        "answer": "Air Canada flies nonstop from Austin (AUS) to Vancouver (YVR) nine times a week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, with departures around 8:50 and 9:00 AM. The flight takes about 4 hours and 38 minutes westbound and slightly under 4½ hours on the return. It's the only airline offering direct service on this route.",
        "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 Vancouver?",
        "answer": "Vancouver International Airport offers several ground transportation options to the city center, with the Canada Line rapid transit being the most popular and fastest, reaching downtown in under 30 minutes for about $5 plus a zone fare. Taxis are readily available at two stands with zone-based flat fares, and nearly 20 licensed operators serve the airport. Ride share services like Uber and Lyft also operate from YVR, and car rentals are available on-site. The N10 NightBus provides 24/7 transit access when the Canada Line is closed.",
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          {
            "url": "https://www.yvr.ca/en/passengers/transportation",
            "title": "Transportation | YVR",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.yvr.ca/en/passengers/transportation/public-transportation",
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            "url": "https://yvr.ca/en/passengers/transportation/taxis",
            "title": "Taxis | YVR",
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            "url": "https://yvr.ca",
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          },
          {
            "url": "https://yvr.ca/en/arrivals-wifi-screen",
            "title": "Welcome to Vancouver | YVR",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          }
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Austin to Vancouver?",
        "answer": "No nonstop red‑eye flights operate from Austin to Vancouver. Connecting itineraries whose long leg is an overnight flight exist via Toronto (YYZ) on Air Canada: one departs Toronto at 9:40 PM and arrives Vancouver at 11:30 PM the same night, and another departs Toronto at 10:40 PM and arrives Vancouver at 12:47 AM in the 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 Austin to Vancouver?",
        "answer": "Air Canada operates non‑stop flights from Austin to Vancouver, with about 9 weekly departures on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The typical median fare on Air Canada is around $627, and it is the low‑fare leader on this route.",
        "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 Austin and Vancouver?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities between Austin and Vancouver include Seattle, San Francisco, Denver and Los Angeles. These hubs offer frequent connecting flights that keep total travel time competitive. Seattle provides especially short connections, while San Francisco and Los Angeles have extensive networks. Denver offers efficient transfers and often competitive fares. All are domestic, so no visa or transit requirements apply."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Vancouver?",
        "answer": "June through August offers the warmest, driest weather with long daylight hours, while May and September are milder with fewer tourists."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Austin to Vancouver?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for the length of your stay; U.S. citizens do not need a visa or eTA for Canada, but carry proof of onward travel, a payment method for baggage, and check for any health document requirements."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Vancouver?",
        "answer": "Vancouver International Airport is the only commercial airport serving the city, located about 12 km from downtown, and handles all international and domestic flights."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Bergstrom Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "To reach Austin–Bergstrom International Airport from downtown Austin, CapMetro's high-frequency Route 20 bus provides direct public transit service, while ride-share services like Uber and Lyft and taxis are readily available with pick-up and drop-off at the terminal curbside. Shuttle buses and private car services also operate, and driving yourself is straightforward with on-airport parking garages and lots. Ride-share or taxi is generally the fastest and most popular option, though the bus is the most budget-friendly, and parking costs vary by lot and duration.",
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            "url": "https://austintexas.gov/department/getting-around-austin",
            "title": "Getting Around Austin | Austin Center for Events | AustinTexas.gov",
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            "url": "https://austintexas.gov/department/ground-transportation-barbara-jordan-terminal",
            "title": "Ground Transportation at the Barbara Jordan Terminal | Airport",
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          },
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            "url": "http://www.austintexas.gov/airport",
            "title": "Austin-Bergstrom International Airport | Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-14T00:16:07Z"
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Vancouver airport?",
        "answer": "Yes, Vancouver International Airport has an on-site hotel directly inside the terminal: the Fairmont Vancouver Airport, located above U.S. Departures in the main terminal. It is landside, so passengers connecting through security must exit to reach it, and day-use rooms are available. The airport also offers designated quiet areas with comfortable seating for rest, though no sleep cabins or pods are provided.",
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        ],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://yvr.ca/en/passengers/accessibility-at-yvr/quiet-spaces",
            "title": "Quiet Spaces | YVR",
            "favicon": "https://yvr.ca/Areas/YVR/Content/images/favicons/favicon.ico"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/vancouver-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Vancouver Airport Guide (YVR) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "time_published": "2018-08-08T20:48:31Z"
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            "url": "https://yvr.ca/en/passengers/shop-dine-and-services",
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            "url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/northamerica/vancouver-airport.htm",
            "title": "Vancouver Airport Guide (YVR) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-01-16T17:13:40Z"
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Vancouver Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Vancouver International Airport offers currency exchange offices, prayer rooms or chapels, and free Wi‑Fi. Currency exchange services are available on the departures level, and a chapel or prayer room is located before security in the main terminal. Free Wi‑Fi is provided throughout the airport under the network name @yvrairport.",
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            "url": "https://yvr.ca/-/media/yvr/images/terminal-maps/terminal-map-en-01-2025.pdf",
            "title": "Terminal Map EN 01 2025",
            "time_published": "2025-01-16T16:00:02Z"
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            "url": "https://yvr.ca/en/passengers/navigate-yvr/terminal-maps",
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      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Austin and Vancouver airports?",
        "answer": "Austin-Bergstrom International Airport offers a wide range of accessibility services through its AUS For All program, including wheelchair escorts, accessible trams and shuttles, a Mobility Assistance Zone for rideshares and taxis, accessible restrooms, and TSA Cares screening assistance that should be booked 72 hours in advance. Vancouver International Airport provides the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program with free lanyards available at Customer Care counters, 24-hour Customer Care staff, and Green Coat volunteers throughout the terminal. Travelers should arrange mobility assistance through their airline at least 48 hours before the flight.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://austintexas.gov/department/aus-all-accessibility-services",
            "title": "AUS For All: Accessibility Services | Airport",
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            "url": "https://austintexas.gov/blog/equitable-navigation-aus-accessibility-services-our-passengers-visible-and-non-visible-disabilities",
            "title": "Equitable Navigation at AUS: Accessibility Services for Our Passengers with Visible and Non-visible Disabilities | Airport",
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            "time_published": "2023-09-21T22:15:41Z"
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            "url": "https://austintexas.gov/department/travel-security-austin-bergstrom-international-airport",
            "title": "Travel & Security at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport | Airport",
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            "url": "https://yvr.ca/en/passengers/accessibility-at-yvr/accessibility-travel-resources/hidden-disabilities-sunflower-program",
            "title": "Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program | YVR",
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            "url": "http://www.yvr.ca/en/passengers/accessibility-at-yvr/accessibility-travel-resources",
            "title": "Accessibility Travel Resources | YVR",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.yvr.ca/fr/passagers/laccessibilite-a-yvr/ressources-de-voyage-sur-laccessibilite",
            "title": "Ressources de voyage sur l’accessibilité | YVR",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://yvr.ca/en/passengers/navigate-yvr/information-and-assistance",
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            "url": "https://news.yvr.ca/en-ca?h=1&t=accessibility",
            "title": "Articles tagged with 'accessibility' | Vancouver International Airport",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Austin to Vancouver?",
        "answer": "Air Canada operates the nonstop route from Austin to Vancouver using the Airbus A220 family. No other carrier serves the route nonstop, and no specific variant within the A220 family is listed.",
        "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 Austin to Vancouver?",
        "answer": "Air Canada, a Star Alliance member, is the only airline with nonstop service from Austin to Vancouver. Other alliances may offer connecting itineraries on this route, but no nonstop flights are operated by carriers from oneworld or SkyTeam.",
        "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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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Austin to Vancouver?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules depend on the airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets on this route often exclude checked bags, while standard economy fares typically include one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins generally offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Austin to Vancouver?",
        "answer": "Direct flights between Austin and Vancouver typically offer Economy and Economy Plus, with flat-bed Business class available on some connecting itineraries, while Premium Economy is uncommon on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets usually allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy generally does not."
      }
    }
  }
}