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      "code": "HOU",
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      "city": "Houston",
      "fullCity": "Houston, Texas",
      "airport": "William P Hobby Airport"
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      "city": "Albuquerque",
      "fullCity": "Albuquerque, New Mexico",
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Houston to Albuquerque?",
        "answer": "The flight from Houston (HOU) to Albuquerque is about 760 miles and typically takes 2 hours and 10 minutes. The return is slightly shorter at about 2 hours and 5 minutes, a small difference that reflects typical wind patterns. Southwest Airlines operates 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 Houston to Albuquerque?",
        "answer": "Southwest Airlines flies nonstop from Houston Hobby to Albuquerque daily, with up to 89 weekly flights. Departures run from early morning through late evening — roughly 7:50 AM to 10:45 PM — and the flight takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes. Typical fares on this route run around $188.",
        "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 Albuquerque?",
        "answer": "Albuquerque International Sunport offers taxis, public transit via ABQ Ride (Route 50 stops at the airport on weekdays and Saturdays), rental cars from a 24/7 off-site center with a free shuttle every 10 minutes, and private shuttles/limousines. The NM Rail Runner Express train serves Santa Fe to Belen, with an ABQ Ride shuttle connecting to the Sunport. Rental cars are the most used option for getting to the city center, while taxis offer the fastest door-to-door service at about $25–35 to downtown. Ride share services like Uber and Lyft also operate at the airport.",
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            "time_published": "2025-12-10T18:19:38Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albuquerque%20International%20Sunport",
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      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Houston to Albuquerque?",
        "answer": "Average fares from Houston to Albuquerque bottom out around $393 in late January, the cheapest stretch of the year. The cheapest months overall are January at $402, February at $407, and October at $411, while late December is the most expensive period at $513 on average, with December overall averaging $491.",
        "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 Houston to Albuquerque?",
        "answer": "For flights from Houston to Albuquerque, the best fares come when you book roughly 4 to 7 weeks before departure, with prices around $309 during that window. Booking exactly 30 days out hits the same low, while waiting until the last week or buying more than 4 months ahead can push fares above $500. Summer and holiday periods usually tighten that ideal window, so aim closer to 6-8 weeks out for peak travel dates.",
        "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 Houston to Albuquerque?",
        "answer": "Yes, Southwest operates overnight red-eye flights from Houston Hobby to Albuquerque, with 26 weekly departures running daily. Typical departure times range from 9:00 PM to 10:45 PM. These are short flights — they land the same evening, not the next morning.",
        "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 Houston to Albuquerque?",
        "answer": "Southwest Airlines operates nonstop service from Houston Hobby to Albuquerque, with 89 weekly flights departing daily at various times throughout the day. The route is served exclusively by Southwest on a nonstop basis, offering travelers frequent options from early morning through 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 Houston and Albuquerque?",
        "answer": "Common layovers include Dallas/Fort Worth, Denver and Phoenix, which offer broad connections and efficient transfers while keeping total travel time competitive."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time arrivals on this route from Houston to Albuquerque?",
        "answer": "On the Houston Hobby to Albuquerque route, Southwest Airlines achieves an 80.6% on-time arrival rate with a cancellation rate of just 0.6%.",
        "methodology": "On-time arrival 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; a flight counts as on time when it arrives within 15 minutes of schedule. Carriers are ranked by arrival on-time rate on this route, and the carrier list itself comes 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).",
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      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Albuquerque?",
        "answer": "September to October offers mild temperatures and fewer visitors after the summer peak."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Houston to Albuquerque?",
        "answer": "For this domestic U.S. flight, bring a Real ID or passport, ensure the name matches your ticket and carry a payment method for baggage and any required health documents."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Albuquerque?",
        "answer": "Albuquerque International Sunport is the only commercial airport serving the city, located about 5 miles southeast of downtown."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to William P Hobby Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Houston, the fastest and most popular way to reach William P. Hobby Airport is by ride‑share or taxi, which take about 20–25 minutes and cost more than public transit. A cheaper option is METRO Bus 500, which runs nonstop between the George R. Brown Convention Center and HOU every 30 minutes for a flat fare of $4.50 each way. METRO Bus 40 also provides local service to the airport, and shuttle buses serve nearby hotels and off‑airport parking lots. Driving and parking at HOU are available, with on‑site garages and lots that can be booked online at a discount.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://www.fly2houston.com/hou/ground-transportation/",
            "title": "HOU Ground Transportation | Airport Shuttle, Taxi, Uber, Lyft & Rent Car Houston"
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            "url": "https://www.fly2houston.com/hou/",
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            "title": "HOU Houston Airport | William P. Hobby",
            "time_published": "2026-06-09T19:32:46Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-09-09T04:33:26Z"
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Albuquerque airport?",
        "answer": "There is a hotel directly opposite the Albuquerque International Sunport terminal: the Sheraton Albuquerque Airport Hotel. Several other hotels are located near the airport with shuttle service, including Best Western Inn Hotel & Suites, Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque Airport, and Towneplace Suites. For those staying overnight in the terminal, seating is limited and most benches have armrests, though some armrest-free benches and carpeted floor areas are available.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/albuquerque-airport-guide.htm",
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            "time_published": "2018-08-03T08:46:24Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/abqah-sheraton-albuquerque-airport-hotel/overview/",
            "title": "Sheraton Albuquerque Airport Hotel - Shuttle Service to ABQ",
            "time_published": "2024-10-11T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/kr/ko/albuquerque/abqsb/hoteldetail",
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            "title": "Sheraton Albuquerque Airport Hotel - Shuttle Service to ABQ",
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            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/abqap-residence-inn-albuquerque-airport/overview/",
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Albuquerque Intl Sunport?",
        "answer": "Albuquerque International Sunport offers free Wi‑Fi throughout the terminal, a service it has provided at no charge since at least 2005 and continues to offer. The airport is known for its Pueblo Revival–style terminal with two concourses and an award‑winning art collection, though it does not advertise currency exchange offices or prayer rooms among its public amenities. Travelers connecting from Houston will find the free Wi‑Fi available across the terminal, along with local New Mexican dining and retail options.",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-25T09:10:16Z"
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      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Houston and Albuquerque airports?",
        "answer": "William P. Hobby Airport offers wheelchair-accessible restrooms, family restrooms inside all terminals, companion care restrooms on Level 2 between Gates 45 and 47, a Sunflower Lanyard program, Aira services for blind and low-vision travelers, and American Sign Language interpretation. Service animal relief areas are provided both pre- and post-security, and travelers can contact TSA Cares at least 72 hours before flying for screening assistance. Albuquerque International Sunport provides wheelchairs throughout the terminal, TTY telephones next to all payphones, a free video phone at the bag claim information booth, and two adult changing rooms, with airline personnel and Sunport Ambassadors available on arrival to assist. Passengers should arrange mobility assistance through their airline when booking or at least 48 hours before departure at both airports.",
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            "url": "https://www.fly2houston.com/hou/accessibility/",
            "title": "HOU Accessibility Services | ADA Accessible Travel at Hobby Airport"
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            "url": "https://www.fly2houston.com/hou/visitor-information/services/",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-09T04:33:26Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-06-09T19:32:46Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Houston to Albuquerque?",
        "answer": "Southwest Airlines operates the nonstop service between Houston Hobby and Albuquerque, flying Boeing 737-700 aircraft from the Boeing 737 family. These flights run daily with a typical duration around 2 hours 10 minutes.",
        "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 Houston?",
        "answer": "William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) offers several lounge-like experiences for departing passengers, including Gameway, a gaming lounge open from 06:00 to 21:00, and The Chiroport, a chiropractic wellness space open from 08:00 to 18:00. XWELL provides a spa experience with massage chairs and hydromassage loungers, with a 25-minute session counting as one lounge visit for Priority Pass members. Eligibility for XWELL requires a valid card and boarding pass with confirmed same-day travel, and usage is subject to availability. American Airlines reports that clubs and lounges are not available at HOU.",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Houston to Albuquerque?",
        "answer": "On domestic Houston–Albuquerque flights, basic economy fares often exclude a carry-on and charge for checked bags. Standard economy typically allows a carry-on but still charges for checked bags, unless you hold elite status or a co-branded credit card."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Houston to Albuquerque?",
        "answer": "Economy is standard on this domestic route; Premium Economy and flat-bed Business are not typical."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets often permit same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy typically does not."
      }
    }
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