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    "Key": "CMH-MBJ",
    "orig": {
      "code": "CMH",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Columbus",
      "fullCity": "Columbus, Ohio",
      "airport": "John Glenn Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "MBJ",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Montego Bay",
      "fullCity": "Montego Bay, Jamaica",
      "airport": "Montego Bay"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Columbus to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "The flight distance from Columbus to Montego Bay is about 1,515 miles. Since no nonstop service is scheduled on this route, the journey requires a connection, and the approximate total travel time is typically between 5 and 8 hours depending on layover duration.",
        "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 Columbus to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Columbus (CMH) to Montego Bay (MBJ). The quickest one-stop connections are on American via Charlotte (CLT) or Miami, taking around 6 to 7 hours total, with fares typically starting at $454. Southwest also offers one-stop options via Baltimore (BWI) or Orlando (MCO), though those tend to be slightly longer.",
        "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. 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. The US departure cities with nonstop service to this destination, their weekly flight frequencies, typical flight times, airlines, and red-eye availability 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 identify every US airport with scheduled nonstop service to the destination, group them into their metropolitan areas, and rank the cities by scheduled weekly departures; the typical flight time is the median scheduled duration, and red-eye availability is flagged from scheduled local departure and arrival times. 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 Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "Ground transportation from Sangster International Airport to Montego Bay's city center is primarily by taxi, with licensed airport taxis and private transfers being the most common and reliable options for tourists. Ride-share services are limited or non-existent in Jamaica, so taxis and pre-arranged shuttles are the go-to modalities. Car rentals are available at the airport from major agencies, though driving in Jamaica requires adjusting to left-hand traffic and local road conditions. There is no mass transit or train service from the airport to the city center, as Jamaica's passenger rail ceased operations in 1992. The fastest and most-used option for visitors is a licensed airport taxi or pre-booked private transfer.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sangster_International_Airport",
            "title": "Sangster International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-08-26T19:53:52Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kingston_to_Montego_Bay_railway",
            "title": "Kingston to Montego Bay railway",
            "time_published": "2026-06-02T18:30:07Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montego_Bay",
            "title": "Montego Bay",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-03T22:55:58Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montego_Bay_railway_station",
            "title": "Montego Bay railway station",
            "time_published": "2026-07-27T20:59:02Z"
          }
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      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "Average fares from Columbus to Montego Bay bottom out around $283 in late September, with September ($285), October ($292), and February ($299) the cheapest months overall. The most expensive time to fly is late December, when average fares climb to about $375, and December is the priciest month at $355 on average.",
        "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 Columbus to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "For flights from Columbus to Montego Bay, the optimal booking window is about 4-6 weeks before departure, when fares average around $271. Booking roughly 30 days out yields the cheapest single-day price at $270, while waiting until the last minute or booking more than 3 months ahead can push prices above $300-$400.",
        "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 Columbus to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "No overnight red‑eye flights are available from Columbus to Montego Bay — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red‑eye long leg 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 Columbus to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "There is no nonstop service from Columbus to Montego Bay, so all flights connect. American Airlines is the most common carrier, connecting via Charlotte, Miami, or Dallas/Fort Worth, with Charlotte and Miami seeing the most daily departures. Southwest offers one-stop options through Orlando or Baltimore, while United connects via Newark. Air Canada also serves the route with a connection through Toronto.",
        "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Columbus and Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "Common layovers include Atlanta, Charlotte, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale, which offer broad connections and efficient transfers. Atlanta provides extensive flight options, while Miami and Fort Lauderdale serve as major gateways to the Caribbean, often enabling shorter overall travel times."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "Mid‑December to April offers sunny, dry weather and comfortable temperatures, but December to March is peak season. For fewer crowds, consider late April or November."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Columbus to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for the duration of your stay, a completed C5 immigration form (available online or on‑arrival), proof of onward or return travel, and a credit card for baggage fees. No visa is required for U.S. tourists, and no vaccination certificates are currently needed."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "Sangster International Airport is the only commercial airport serving Montego Bay."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to John Glenn Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Columbus, the cheapest way to reach John Glenn International Airport is COTA's 7 Mt. Vernon bus, which runs directly to the terminal. Taxis and ride-share services are also readily available and are the fastest door-to-door option, while driving yourself is convenient with on-site garage parking as well as cheaper satellite lots (Blue, Red, and Green) that have free shuttles. Most people find ride-share or taxis most popular for their speed and convenience, though the bus is the most budget-friendly.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Glenn_Columbus_International_Airport",
            "title": "John Glenn Columbus International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-08-25T03:58:24Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John%20Glenn%20Columbus%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "John Glenn Columbus International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-05-01T08:17:28Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Columbus_Southwest_Airport",
            "title": "Columbus Southwest Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-20T02:31:47Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Montego Bay airport?",
        "answer": "Sangster International Airport has no on-site or terminal-connected hotel. There are hotels near the airport, including Airport Beach Hotel (0.5 mi / 0.8 km), Toby’s Resort (0.9 mi / 1.4 km), and Hotel Grand A View (0.9 mi / 1.4 km). The airport itself closes overnight from 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM with no dedicated sleeping areas.",
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        "references": [
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            "title": "Montego Bay Airport Guide (MBJ) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-04-13T17:31:56Z"
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            "title": "Montego Bay Airport Guide (MBJ) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-04-13T17:31:56Z"
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/jamaica/montego-bay/activities/private_transfer_from_sangster_airport_to_montego_bay_hotels-X6Z4J6",
            "title": "Private Transfer from Sangster Airport to Montego Bay Hotels",
            "time_published": "2026-03-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "title": "Montego Bay Airport (MBJ) Transfer One-Way or Round-Trip to Hotel",
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay offers free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal for passengers, with service available in both the departures and arrivals areas. Currency exchange offices are located in the arrivals hall and near the baggage claim area for convenient access after landing. A prayer room and chapel are available in the departures area for passengers seeking a quiet space for reflection.",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-03T22:55:58Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_the_busiest_airports_in_the_Caribbean",
            "title": "List of the busiest airports in the Caribbean",
            "time_published": "2026-08-04T15:35:25Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norman_Manley_International_Airport",
            "title": "Norman Manley International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-23T08:04:46Z"
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      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Columbus and Montego Bay airports?",
        "answer": "John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) provides wheelchair assistance and accessible facilities through the Columbus Regional Airport Authority, and travelers with disabilities can request mobility assistance directly from their airline at least 48 hours before departure to ensure a meet-and-assist at the curb or gate. Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay offers accessibility services including wheelchair assistance and dedicated passenger support for those with reduced mobility; requests should be made through the airline or ground handler in advance. Neither airport currently features a dedicated children’s play area in the public terminal, though family restrooms and nursing rooms are available at CMH, and MBJ provides family-friendly amenities near the departure lounges.",
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            "time_published": "2026-08-25T03:58:24Z"
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            "time_published": "2003-07-17T00:08:52Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-04-30T22:27:59Z"
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            "time_published": "2024-01-20T04:22:11Z"
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            "time_published": "2025-09-17T06:43:36Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Columbus to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "There is no nonstop service between Columbus and Montego Bay, so all flights connect. United operates the most connecting options, using a Boeing 737 MAX 9 on the long leg via Newark with CRJ-550, Airbus A319, or Embraer 175 on the short leg. American connects via Charlotte or Miami on Airbus A321-100 or Embraer 175, Southwest via Baltimore or Orlando on Boeing 737 MAX 8 or 737-800, and Air Canada via Toronto on an Airbus A319.",
        "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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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Columbus?",
        "answer": "Departing from Columbus, the main lounge option is Escape Lounges in Concourse B, open daily from 5:00 AM to 8:00 PM. It is airside on Level 2 near Gate 32B, accessible to passengers from all concourses, though you must allow time to return through Security. Entry is permitted up to 3 hours before your scheduled departure, with complimentary standard alcoholic drinks for those 21 and over, premium-brand drinks at extra cost, air conditioning, disabled access, and unlimited guests per cardholder. Children under 2 are free and all children must be accompanied by an adult; smart casual dress is required.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Columbus to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on flights from Columbus to Montego Bay depends on the airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets are typically restrictive and may not include a checked bag, while standard international economy fares often include one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins and higher fare classes generally offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Columbus to Montego Bay?",
        "answer": "Flights from Columbus to Montego Bay typically offer Economy, and while flat-bed Business class is available on some connecting itineraries, Premium Economy is uncommon."
      },
      "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."
      }
    }
  }
}