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    "Key": "BJX-IAH",
    "orig": {
      "code": "BJX",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "León",
      "fullCity": "León, Guanajuato",
      "airport": "Del Bajío Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "IAH",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Houston",
      "fullCity": "Houston, Texas",
      "airport": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from León to Houston?",
        "answer": "The flight from León to Houston is about 730 miles and typically takes 2 hours and 10 minutes. The return leg is slightly longer at 2 hours and 16 minutes.",
        "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 León to Houston?",
        "answer": "Yes, United and Viva Aerobus both fly nonstop from León (BJX) to Houston (IAH). United runs up to 17 daily departures, so service is frequent and daily year-round. Viva Aerobus operates a lighter schedule — flights on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday only, with a couple of afternoon departures.",
        "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 Houston?",
        "answer": "At George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), ground transportation options include taxis and ride-share services available 24/7 at curbsides of Terminals A, C, and E, plus rental cars from a Rental Car Center about five minutes away by shuttle. Public transit is also available: METRO's 500 IAH Downtown Direct bus runs every 30 minutes from 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, taking passengers to downtown Houston for just $4.50 one way, and the 102 Bush IAH Express continues to serve the airport from Terminal C. Hotel shuttles, off-airport parking shuttles, cruise/charter buses, limousines, and sedans round out the options. For budget-conscious travelers heading downtown, the 500 IAH Downtown Direct is a cost-effective and nonstop choice, while taxis and ride-share apps offer the most flexible door-to-door service. Rental cars are convenient for exploring the wider Houston area, and hotel shuttles are ideal for passengers staying at nearby properties.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah/ground-transportation",
            "title": "Ground Transportation | Airport Taxi, Uber, Lyft, Shuttle & Rent Car Houston"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah/ground-transportation/shuttles-and-buses",
            "title": "IAH Airport Shuttle & Bus Service | Houston Ground Transportation",
            "time_published": "2026-05-02T07:23:56Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah/ground-transportation/metro-downtown-direct",
            "title": "Downtown Direct"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.fly2houston.com/",
            "title": "Houston Airport System",
            "time_published": "2026-04-02T20:31:01Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Bush_Intercontinental_Airport",
            "title": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-08-28T04:59:46Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from León to Houston?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights are scheduled from León (BJX) to Houston (IAH) — 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 León to Houston?",
        "answer": "United Airlines and Viva Aerobus operate nonstop flights from León (BJX) to Houston (IAH). United runs up to 120 weekly flights with multiple daily departures, while Viva Aerobus flies about 9 times a week on select days. Both carriers serve the route directly, giving travelers consistent nonstop options between the two cities.",
        "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 León and Houston?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities between León (BJX) and Houston (IAH) include Mexico City, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Atlanta. Mexico City offers frequent connections and efficient transfers as a major hub for Aeromexico, while Dallas/Fort Worth and Atlanta provide broad networks on American and Delta, often with competitive total travel times."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Houston?",
        "answer": "March to May and October to November offer mild temperatures and lower humidity, avoiding the summer heat and crowds."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from León to Houston?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, a valid U.S. visa or ESTA authorization, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for baggage. Check current vaccination requirements before travel."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Houston?",
        "answer": "George Bush Intercontinental is the primary airport for international and long‑haul flights, located about 23 miles north of downtown. William P. Hobby is closer to downtown and mainly serves domestic and Southwest Airlines routes. Use IAH for international arrivals and most connections, Hobby for regional low‑cost options."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Del Bajío Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "Bajío International Airport lacks direct public transportation, so reaching it from downtown León requires a private transfer. Intercity buses from Primera Plus and Unebus serve León and nearby cities, but you must connect from the bus station via taxi or ride-share for the final leg. Taxis and ride-share services are the most popular and flexible options, though driving yourself is feasible with on-site short-term and long-term parking. Car rental is available at the airport from Hertz, Budget, Veico, and City Car Rental.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baj%C3%ADo_International_Airport",
            "title": "Bajío International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-08-29T06:32:13Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baj%C3%ADo%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Bajío International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-23T00:09:04Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BanBajío",
            "title": "BanBajío",
            "time_published": "2026-06-14T18:19:02Z"
          },
          {
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            "title": "Guanajuato",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-09-11T23:52:41Z"
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        ]
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Houston airport?",
        "answer": "Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport has an on-site hotel, the Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental, which is accessible from all terminals via the free underground tram. Inside the secure area of Terminal C near Gate C14, Minute Suites offers private bookable suites with daybeds for resting or sleeping during a layover. Several nearby hotels, including a Hampton Inn & Suites, SpringHill Suites, and Courtyard by Marriott, offer free shuttle service.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://hilton.com/en/locations/usa/texas/houston/iah-george-bush-intercontinental-airport/extended-stay/homewood-suites",
            "title": "Homewood Suites Extended Stay Hotels near George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston, TX - Find Hotels - Hilton",
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          },
          {
            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/houston-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Houston Airport Guide (IAH) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "time_published": "2018-08-25T14:40:18Z"
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at George Bush Intercontinental Airport?",
        "answer": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers currency exchange services in Terminals B, C, D, and E, and has opened its first ablution room and prayer room in Terminal D near Gate D15. Free airport Wi-Fi is available in every terminal, including the parking garages. ATMs are also located throughout the airport.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah/hotels/",
            "title": "IAH Houston Airport | George Bush Intercontinental",
            "time_published": "2026-08-04T15:12:56Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah/visitor-information/services/",
            "title": "Services"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah/visitor-information/traveling-with-kids",
            "title": "Traveling with Kids"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.fly2houston.com/",
            "title": "Houston Airport System",
            "time_published": "2026-04-02T20:31:01Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Bush_Intercontinental_Airport",
            "title": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-08-28T04:59:46Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the León and Houston airports?",
        "answer": "At George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), accessibility services include wheelchair assistance arranged through your airline, TSA Cares support for security screening (contact at least 72 hours in advance), a Sunflower Lanyard program for hidden disabilities, accessible parking, restrooms, and a sensory room. At León/Bajío International Airport (BJX), specific mobility or children's play area details are not listed in the available facility information. For IAH, contact your airline for wheelchair help and TSA Cares for screening assistance; at BJX, inquire with your airline or the airport operator Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico for any special assistance.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baj%C3%ADo_International_Airport",
            "title": "Bajío International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-08-29T06:32:13Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baj%C3%ADo%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Bajío International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-23T00:09:04Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah/accessibility",
            "title": "IAH Accessibility Services | ADA Accessible Travel at Houston Airport"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah/related-content/accessibility-services-at-george-bush-intercontinental-airport",
            "title": "Accessibility Services at George Bush Intercontinental Airport Your Complete Guide to Accessible Travel at IAH"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah/accessibility/accessible-security-screening",
            "title": "IAH Accessible Security Screening | Assisted TSA Screening at George Bush Intercontinental Airport"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bush_Intercontinental_Airport",
            "title": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport - Wikipedia",
            "time_published": "2026-03-12T23:18:47Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from León to Houston?",
        "answer": "United flies the León–Houston route most, using Embraer E175, Airbus A319, and Airbus A320 family aircraft. Viva Aerobus also serves the route with Airbus A320 aircraft.",
        "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 León to Houston?",
        "answer": "United Airlines (Star Alliance) and Viva Aerobus (no alliance) operate nonstop between León and Houston. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but United is the only global alliance carrier flying it directly.",
        "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 León?",
        "answer": "León's Del Bajío International Airport has one lounge, the VIP Lounge Bajío, open to both domestic and international passengers. It offers air conditioning, complimentary standard alcoholic drinks, conference facilities, digital card access, and disability access, with a maximum stay of three hours. Children are not admitted, and smoking including vaping is prohibited.",
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          {
            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/es-LA/lounges/mexico/del-bajio-international-guanajuato-intl/bjx-vip-lounge-bajio",
            "title": "VIP Lounge Bajío BJX AIRPORT  Aeropuerto Internacional del Bajío | Priority Pass",
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            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/ko-KR/lounges/mexico/del-bajio-international-guanajuato-intl/bjx-vip-lounge-bajio",
            "title": "VIP Lounge Bajio BJX AIRPORT 레온·과나후아토 델바히오 국제공항(Leon/Guanajuato Del Bajio Intl) | Priority Pass",
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baj%C3%ADo_International_Airport",
            "title": "Bajío International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-08-29T06:32:13Z"
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            "title": "Bajío International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-23T00:09:04Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from León to Houston?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on León–Houston flights varies by airline and fare type. Basic economy often excludes a checked bag but may allow a personal item only, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium fares provide more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from León to Houston?",
        "answer": "Flights from León to Houston typically offer Economy and, on some airlines, a domestic-style first class with standard recliner seats; flat-bed Business class is uncommon, and Premium Economy is generally not offered."
      },
      "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."
      }
    }
  }
}