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    "Key": "BNE-MNL",
    "orig": {
      "code": "BNE",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Brisbane",
      "fullCity": "Brisbane, Australia",
      "airport": "Brisbane Intl Airport"
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      "code": "MNL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Manila",
      "fullCity": "Manila, Philippines",
      "airport": "Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Brisbane to Manila?",
        "answer": "The flight from Brisbane to Manila is about 3,610 miles and typically takes 8 hours nonstop. The return leg is slightly shorter at around 7 hours 50 minutes, a difference driven by prevailing winds. Philippine Airlines and Qantas both operate 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 Brisbane to Manila?",
        "answer": "Yes, Philippine Airlines (PR) and Qantas (QF) both fly nonstop from Brisbane to Manila. Philippine Airlines operates daily with morning departures around 11:10–11:20 AM, while Qantas flies five days a week — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday — with afternoon departures around 2:20–2:25 PM. Together they offer about 24 weekly nonstop flights, with a typical flight time around 8 hours.",
        "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 Manila?",
        "answer": "From Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), the main ground transportation options into Manila include taxis, ride-hailing services like Grab, buses, and jeepneys, along with the recently opened LRT Line 1 extension at Ninoy Aquino Avenue station, which provides rail access to the city center. Taxis and Grab are the most convenient and commonly used for airport transfers, though traffic congestion can make travel times unpredictable. The LRT offers a faster, more predictable alternative, especially during peak hours, but requires a short transfer from the terminals. Jeepneys and buses are the cheapest but slowest options, best suited for budget travelers with light luggage. Car rentals are available but generally not recommended for visitors due to heavy traffic and complex local driving conditions.",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-15T02:46:14Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ninoy_Aquino_Avenue_station",
            "title": "Ninoy Aquino Avenue station",
            "time_published": "2026-07-25T05:50:31Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_Metro_Manila",
            "title": "Transportation in Metro Manila",
            "time_published": "2026-05-13T08:51:05Z"
          },
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            "time_published": "2026-09-13T10:02:44Z"
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Brisbane to Manila?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop red-eye flights from Brisbane to Manila, but connecting itineraries with an overnight long leg are available. Singapore Airlines operates a red-eye from Brisbane to Singapore departing at 11:50 PM and arriving at 5:45 AM, connecting onward to Manila via Singapore Airlines or Scoot. Another option routes through Perth, where Jetstar's overnight leg from Perth to Manila departs at 10:55 PM and arrives at 5:50 AM, connecting from a Qantas flight from Brisbane.",
        "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 Brisbane to Manila?",
        "answer": "Philippine Airlines and Qantas both fly non-stop from Brisbane to Manila, with Philippine Airlines operating 14 flights per week (twice daily) and Qantas operating 10 flights per week on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Philippine Airlines typically departs around 11:10 AM or 11:20 AM with a median fare near $845, while Qantas tends to depart around 2:20 PM or 2:25 PM with a median fare near $983.",
        "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 Brisbane and Manila?",
        "answer": "Common layovers include Singapore, Hong Kong, Sydney and Taipei. Singapore and Hong Kong offer broad connections and efficient transfers; Taipei provides visa-free transit for many nationalities, while Sydney adds a domestic leg but can yield competitive fares."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Manila?",
        "answer": "January to April offers the driest, most comfortable weather with less humidity and fewer typhoons."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Brisbane to Manila?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months from arrival, any required Philippine visa or ETA if eligible, proof of onward or return travel, vaccination certificates if applicable, and a payment method for baggage."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Manila?",
        "answer": "Manila has one primary airport, Ninoy Aquino International Airport, which serves all international and domestic flights into the city."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Brisbane Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From Brisbane's city center, the Airtrain is the most direct public transport option, running from Central and Roma Street stations to the International Terminal in about 22 minutes, though it is privately operated and not part of the subsidized Translink network, so fares are relatively higher. Taxis and ride-share services offer door-to-door convenience, while driving yourself is possible with airport parking available, but the Airtrain is generally the fastest and most popular choice for avoiding traffic.",
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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"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Brisbane",
            "title": "Transport in Brisbane",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-14T23:47:33Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airport_railway_line,_Brisbane",
            "title": "Airport railway line, Brisbane",
            "time_published": "2026-05-31T10:14:12Z"
          },
          {
            "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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            "time_published": "2026-08-18T08:33:52Z"
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Manila airport?",
        "answer": "Manila Airport does not have an in-terminal hotel, transit hotel, sleep cabins, or sleep pods. Sleeping options at the airport are limited to public seating areas and lounges, with no directly connected hotel. Nearby hotels like Holiday Inn Express Manila Newport City, Hilton Manila, and Manila Marriott Hotel are available outside the terminal.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/pasay/mnlrm/hoteldetail/rooms",
            "title": "Holiday Inn Express Manila Newport City Guest Room & Suite Options",
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          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/sleep-guide/sleeping-in-manila-airport.htm",
            "title": "Sleeping in Manila Airport – Sleeping in Airports",
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            "time_published": "2026-06-16T15:13:02Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/manila-airport-guide.htm",
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila offers currency exchange offices and prayer rooms across its terminals, with facilities typically located in the public and transit areas of Terminals 1, 2, and 3. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the airport, including in departure and arrival lounges. Specific locations for currency exchange and prayer rooms are not detailed in the current information, but they are standard amenities at this airport.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ninoy_Aquino_International_Airport",
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          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manila_International_Airport",
            "title": "Ninoy Aquino International Airport - Wikipedia",
            "time_published": "2003-08-29T00:00:00Z"
          },
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      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Brisbane and Manila airports?",
        "answer": "At Brisbane Airport (BNE), both the International and Domestic terminals are fully accessible, with lifts, ramps, and accessible restrooms throughout, and the Airtrain station is directly connected to the terminal via a covered footbridge with lift access. Mobility assistance, including wheelchair services and support for travelers with disabilities, can be arranged through your airline or the airport's special assistance team; it is recommended to request this at least 48 hours before departure. Children's play areas are available in both terminals, and the airport provides family-friendly amenities such as baby change facilities and quiet rooms. At Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), accessible services include wheelchair assistance, accessible restrooms, and designated parking, with assistance available through airport staff or your airline; request at least 48 hours in advance. Children's play areas are limited, but family restrooms and baby care stations are provided in the terminals.",
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            "title": "Brisbane Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-15T12:15:22Z"
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            "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",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-02T09:33:31Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-08-27T05:17:10Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-04-30T01:34:57Z"
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          {
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            "title": "Notice of Award - Ninoy Aquino International Airport - Public Private Partnership Project",
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            "time_published": "2023-11-01T00:00:00Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Brisbane to Manila?",
        "answer": "Philippine Airlines operates the most frequent service from Brisbane to Manila, flying daily with Airbus A321 aircraft. Qantas also serves the route five days a week, using Airbus A330-200 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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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Brisbane?",
        "answer": "Brisbane Airport offers the Qantas Brisbane International Lounge, which is located landside on Level 4 of the departures hall before security and passport control. Access is available to eligible Qantas and oneworld frequent flyers, Qantas Club members, and business or first class passengers, though Platinum and Gold Frequent Flyers and Qantas Club members on international Jetstar flights have been unable to use it since 18 April 2026. The lounge is open daily from 5:15 am to 11:30 pm, and due to entrance escalator and elevator works until late 2026, access is via check-in row 1 after bag drop. There is also a Plaza Premium Lounge in the international terminal, open to Priority Pass members and other eligible travellers, with air conditioning, complimentary standard alcoholic drinks, digital card acceptance, disabled access, and a two-hour maximum stay.",
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            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/australia/brisbane",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Brisbane to Manila?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on Brisbane to Manila flights varies by airline and fare. Basic economy tickets usually exclude checked baggage, while standard international economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Brisbane to Manila?",
        "answer": "Flights from Brisbane to Manila typically offer Economy and flat‑bed Business class; Premium Economy is uncommon."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare type; flexible and premium cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy typically does not."
      }
    }
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