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    "Key": "MEX-SAT",
    "orig": {
      "code": "MEX",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Mexico City",
      "fullCity": "Mexico City, Ciudad de México",
      "airport": "Benito Juárez Intl Airport"
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      "code": "SAT",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San Antonio",
      "fullCity": "San Antonio, Texas",
      "airport": "San Antonio Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Mexico City to San Antonio?",
        "answer": "The flight from Mexico City to San Antonio is about 700 miles and typically takes 2 hours and 15 minutes nonstop. The return leg is slightly shorter, around 2 hours and 8 minutes, due to prevailing winds.",
        "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 Mexico City to San Antonio?",
        "answer": "Yes, three airlines fly nonstop from Mexico City (MEX) to San Antonio (SAT): Aeroméxico, Volaris, and Viva Aerobus. All three operate daily service, with Aeroméxico offering the most frequencies — up to eight departures a day between roughly 8:20 AM and 10:50 AM — while Volaris runs three daily flights and Viva Aerobus has one. The flight takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes on average.",
        "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 San Antonio?",
        "answer": "San Antonio International Airport offers several ground transportation options to reach the city center, including taxis, ride-share services like Uber and Lyft, public transit via VIA Metropolitan Transit buses, and car rentals from a consolidated rental car facility. Taxis and ride-shares are generally the fastest and most convenient, taking about 15–20 minutes to downtown depending on traffic, while VIA bus service is the most economical but slower. Ride-share is the most-used option among travelers for its balance of cost and convenience, though rental cars are popular for those planning to explore beyond the city.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Antonio_Airport",
            "title": "San Antonio International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-09T17:21:20Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Antonio_International_Airport",
            "title": "San Antonio International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-09T16:30:57Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corinthians_FC_of_San_Antonio",
            "title": "Corinthians FC of San Antonio",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-09-18T08:08:07Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Antonio%E2%80%93Austin_metroplex",
            "title": "San Antonio–Austin metroplex",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-14T09:40:04Z"
          }
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      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Mexico City to San Antonio?",
        "answer": "Average fares from Mexico City to San Antonio bottom out around $311 in late January, the cheapest stretch of the year. September, February, and October are the cheapest months overall, averaging $317, $321, and $322 respectively, while late December is the most expensive period at about $417 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 Mexico City to San Antonio?",
        "answer": "For Mexico City to San Antonio, the optimal booking window is roughly 3 to 6 weeks before departure, with the very best fares around 30 days out at about $273. Booking much earlier — say 6 months ahead — tends to cost significantly more, around $469.",
        "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 Mexico City to San Antonio?",
        "answer": "No overnight red‑eye flights are available from Mexico City to San Antonio — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red‑eye long leg appear 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 Mexico City to San Antonio?",
        "answer": "Aeromexico, Volaris, and VivaAerobus operate non‑stop from Mexico City to San Antonio. Aeromexico offers the most frequent service with about 36 weekly departures and a median fare around $631, while Volaris runs roughly 17 weekly flights and VivaAerobus flies 7 times a week with a median fare near $328.",
        "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 Mexico City and San Antonio?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, and Monterrey. Dallas/Fort Worth and Houston offer extensive connections and efficient transfers as major U.S. hubs, while Monterrey provides a shorter first leg and can keep total travel time competitive."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to San Antonio?",
        "answer": "March to May and October to November offer mild temperatures and fewer tourists, avoiding the hot, humid summer and winter holiday crowds."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Mexico City to San Antonio?",
        "answer": "Bring a valid passport with enough blank pages, a U.S. visa or ESTA if required, proof of return or onward travel, and payment for baggage. Check current vaccination rules."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in San Antonio?",
        "answer": "San Antonio International Airport is the only commercial airport serving the city, located about 8 miles north of downtown. It offers direct access to the River Walk and Alamo."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Benito Juárez Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From central Mexico City, the fastest and most popular option to reach Benito Juárez International Airport is the Metrobús Line 4 Quetzalcóatl route, which connects downtown and the historic center directly to Terminals 1 and 2 for about 30 pesos. Public transportation also includes the Metro (though no direct line reaches the airport, you can connect via nearby stations) and city buses, while ride‑share apps and authorized taxis offer door‑to‑door service at a higher price. Driving is currently discouraged due to airport remodeling that has temporarily reduced parking capacity in all three terminal lots.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_Mexico_City",
            "title": "Transportation in Mexico City",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-05T08:39:09Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.aicm.com.mx/pasajeros-del-aibjcm-pueden-llegar-a-su-vuelo-en-metrobus/24-02-2026",
            "title": "PASAJEROS DEL AIBJCM PUEDEN LLEGAR A SU VUELO EN METROBÚS | Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation%20in%20Mexico%20City",
            "title": "Transportation in Mexico City",
            "time_published": "2026-04-26T16:50:05Z"
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            "url": "https://www.aicm.com.mx",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-16T14:24:27Z"
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at San Antonio airport?",
        "answer": "San Antonio International Airport has no directly connected or on-site hotel, though several nearby hotels offer free airport shuttles, including Embassy Suites, Days Inn by Wyndham, Hampton Inn & Suites, Heritage Inn & Suites, and Wyndham Garden, all about 0.7 miles away, plus TownePlace Suites, Home2 Suites by Hilton, Drury Plaza Hotel, Holiday Inn Express, and Courtyard by Marriott within about a mile. Sleeping inside the terminal is possible but basic: after security closes overnight, passengers are restricted to landside areas with scarce armrest-free seating, so bringing a travel mat or sleeping bag is recommended.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://marriott.com/en-us/hotels/satca-courtyard-san-antonio-airport/rooms",
            "title": "Rooms | Courtyard by Marriott San Antonio Airport",
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            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/san-antonio-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "San Antonio Airport Guide (SAT) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "time_published": "2018-10-02T00:00:07Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/satal-aloft-san-antonio-airport/overview/",
            "title": "Hotels North San Antonio | Aloft San Antonio Airport",
            "time_published": "2023-08-11T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/lounges/san-antonio-airport-lounges.htm",
            "title": "San Antonio Airport Lounges (SAT) – Sleeping in Airports",
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            "url": "https://www.ihg.com/candlewood/hotels/br/pt/san-antonio/satpo/hoteldetail/amenities",
            "title": "Candlewood Suites San Antonio Airport - San Antonio Hotel with Full Kitchens & Free Internet",
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at San Antonio Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "San Antonio International Airport (SAT) offers free Wi-Fi throughout both terminals, and currency exchange services are available in Terminal A near the baggage claim area. A quiet room for meditation and prayer is located in Terminal B, post-security, providing a dedicated space for travelers of all faiths. The airport does not have a traditional chapel, but the meditation room serves that purpose.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Antonio_International_Airport",
            "title": "San Antonio International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-09T16:30:57Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San%20Antonio%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "San Antonio International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-05-01T12:10:41Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Antonio",
            "title": "San Antonio",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-13T17:00:42Z"
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      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Mexico City and San Antonio airports?",
        "answer": "At Mexico City's Benito Juárez International Airport, the Programa Apoyo al Pasajero provides mobility assistance through 40 staff members, 19 of whom use wheelchairs, and travelers can request support via 24-hour WhatsApp lines for Terminal 1 (55 2859 4544) or Terminal 2 (55 1245 7797), ideally 48 hours in advance; dedicated help is also available for older adults. San Antonio International Airport's accessibility and children's facilities are not detailed in the available information, though it offers express and local bus connections and is reachable via a sky bridge from Terminal B. For San Antonio, passengers should contact the airport or their airline directly to arrange assistance in advance.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexico%20City%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Mexico City International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-28T12:29:12Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://aicm.com.mx/en",
            "title": "EN AICM SE INVIERTEN 7 MIL MILLONES DE PESOS EN MANTENIMIENTO Y REHABILITACIÓN DE SUS ESPACIOS | Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México",
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            "time_published": "2022-10-05T01:32:57Z"
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            "url": "https://www.aicm.com.mx/el-aeropuerto-internacional-benito-juarez-de-la-ciudad-de-mexico-refuerza-apoyo-a-pasajeros-en-vacaciones-de-invierno/19-12-2025",
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            "time_published": "2026-05-01T12:10:41Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-09-09T17:21:20Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corinthians_FC_of_San_Antonio",
            "title": "Corinthians FC of San Antonio",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-18T08:08:07Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Mexico City to San Antonio?",
        "answer": "Aeroméxico operates the most flights on this route, using Boeing 737 family aircraft. Volaris flies Airbus A320 family jets, and Viva Aerobus uses the Airbus A321.",
        "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 Mexico City to San Antonio?",
        "answer": "On the Mexico City–San Antonio nonstop route, Aeroméxico (SkyTeam) operates alongside Volaris and Viva Aerobus, neither of which belongs to a global alliance. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but the only alliance carrier flying nonstop is SkyTeam through Aeroméxico.",
        "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 Mexico City?",
        "answer": "When departing from Mexico City, Terminal 1 offers The Centurion Lounge, Celeste Lounge, The Gate Priority Club, Lounge 19, ViPort Lounge, The Grand Lounge Elite, and The Lounge Mexico by Global Lounge Network. Terminal 2 has Blue Roast by American Express+G3, The Centurion Lounge, The Hidden Gate, and VIPort Lounge. The Admirals Club in Terminal 1, Concourse H, provides complimentary food and drinks, a full-service bar, Wi-Fi, and conference rooms. The VIPort Lounge in Terminal 2 is open 24 hours daily, with air conditioning, premium alcoholic beverages, and digital card acceptance.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/airport-guides/mexico-city-benito-juarez-international/terminal-2",
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          {
            "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/mexico/mexico-city-sky-club-airport-map",
            "title": "Mexico City (MEX) Airport Map & Lounges | Delta Air Lines",
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            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/es-LA/lounges/mexico/mexico-city-international/mex22-viport-lounge",
            "title": "VIPort Lounge MEX AIRPORT Terminal 2 Aeropuerto Internacional Benito Juárez de la Ciudad de México | Priority Pass",
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/es-es/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MEX",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Mexico City to San Antonio?",
        "answer": "On flights from Mexico City to San Antonio, baggage rules depend on the airline and fare class. Basic economy fares often exclude a free checked bag, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag up to 23 kg and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Mexico City to San Antonio?",
        "answer": "Flights from Mexico City to San Antonio typically offer Economy and standard Business class without flat‑beds; Premium Economy is uncommon on this short route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher-cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy typically does not."
      }
    }
  }
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