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      "code": "AUS",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Austin",
      "fullCity": "Austin, Texas",
      "airport": "Bergstrom Intl Airport"
    },
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      "code": "MSP",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Minneapolis",
      "fullCity": "Minneapolis, Minnesota",
      "airport": "Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Austin to Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "The nonstop flight from Austin to Minneapolis covers about 1,040 miles and typically takes 2 hours and 45 minutes. The return leg is slightly shorter at 2 hours and 42 minutes, a difference too small to mention direction.",
        "methodology": "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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      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Austin to Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "Yes, Delta and Southwest fly nonstop from Austin to Minneapolis every day of the week. Together they offer up to about 111 weekly nonstop flights, with Delta (including Delta Connection operated by SkyWest) running roughly 8–11 daily departures and Southwest around 14 daily departures. Flight time is typically about 2 hours 45 minutes.",
        "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. 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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      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "From MSP, the Blue Line light rail is the most-used option, providing a direct 25-minute ride to downtown Minneapolis for about $2.50. Taxis and app-based rideshares like Uber and Lyft are available at the terminal curbs, offering a faster door-to-door trip in roughly 15–20 minutes for $30–45. On-site rental car counters serve all major agencies, and hotel shuttles pick up from Level 1 of the Gold Ramp. Metro Transit buses also connect to various parts of the metro, though with less direct downtown service than the train.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://mspairport.com/about-msp/visiting-the-area",
            "title": "Visiting the Area | MSP Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.mspairport.com/hi/node/1001",
            "title": "Visiting the Area",
            "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minneapolis%E2%80%93Saint_Paul_International_Airport",
            "title": "Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-07-18T07:37:10Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List%20of%20transit%20routes%20in%20Minneapolis%E2%80%93Saint%20Paul",
            "title": "List of transit routes in Minneapolis–Saint Paul",
            "time_published": "2026-04-27T22:48:13Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.mspairport.com/it/node/1101",
            "title": "Hotel Shuttles | MSP Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Austin to Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Austin to Minneapolis are September, October, and August, with average fares as low as $294 in September. The most expensive months are November, June, and May, with average fares around $404.",
        "methodology": "This 'good deal' estimate shows a representative best price for each departure date across roughly a 12-month window (about 3 months back and 9 months forward). It is built from real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, accumulated into a price history for each departure date. Rather than weighting all of that history equally, we apply exponential time decay so recent prices dominate — a price seen yesterday counts almost in full, one from about a month ago roughly a third, and prices from a few months back very little — giving a figure that tracks today's market instead of a stale long-run average. Clear price outliers are removed before any calculation, departure dates with no observations are filled in from nearby dates, and the resulting curve is lightly smoothed so it reads as a clean seasonal trend rather than day-to-day noise.",
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      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Austin to Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "For the best fare on flights from Austin to Minneapolis, book 4 to 7 weeks ahead, when prices average around $245. During peak summer and holiday periods, fares can rise sharply, so aim for the earlier side of that window or even a bit further out to avoid the highest prices.",
        "methodology": "This booking-window guidance is built from the same real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, re-grouped by how many days before departure each price was seen (from the departure day out to about 180 days ahead) across the route's price history. At each booking lead time we report the 25th-percentile price — the cheaper end of what travelers were quoted, rather than the rock-bottom minimum (which can be a fluke) or the average (which is pulled up by expensive last-minute fares). The buy-or-wait advice then applies a risk premium that grows as departure approaches, since seat availability shrinks and prices become less predictable; using that adjusted curve we flag windows where waiting is likely to save a meaningful amount (at least $20 or 5%) versus windows where booking now is the better call. Isolated single-day recommendations are filtered out, so the advice only reflects a window that holds for several days in a row.",
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Austin to Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights are scheduled from Austin to Minneapolis — 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 Austin to Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "Delta and Southwest operate nonstop flights from Austin to Minneapolis. Delta offers up to 59 weekly flights, while Southwest provides 31 weekly flights. Delta Connection, operated by SkyWest, adds another 21 weekly flights under the Delta brand. Specific per-carrier fares aren't available, but these three options give travelers consistent daily service on the route.",
        "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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        ]
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Austin and Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Dallas, Denver, and Chicago, which keep total travel time competitive by offering frequent connections and efficient transfers through large hub airports."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time arrivals on this route from Austin to Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "On the Austin to Minneapolis route, Delta Connection flights operated by SkyWest have the best arrival reliability at 86.2%, with a cancellation rate of 0.0%. Delta mainline flights arrive on time 78.6% of the time with a 0.3% cancellation rate, while Southwest trails at 67.2% on-time arrivals and no cancellations.",
        "methodology": "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "May, June, and September offer pleasant temperatures and avoid the peak summer tourist rush."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Austin to Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "For domestic flights within the U.S., you need a Real ID-compliant driver's license or another accepted ID like a passport. No visa or passport validity rules apply. Bring a payment method for any baggage fees and any required vaccination certificates if mandated by your airline or destination."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport is the only commercial airport serving the Twin Cities, so use MSP. It is about 10 miles from downtown Minneapolis and also serves St. Paul."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Bergstrom Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "The most direct public transit option is Capital Metro's high-frequency Route 20 bus, which connects downtown Austin to the airport. Ride‑share services like Uber and Lyft and taxis are widely available, with pick‑up and drop‑off at designated curbside areas; ride‑share is generally the fastest and most popular choice. Driving and parking at the airport's garages or economy lots is also possible, though costs accumulate for longer stays. Taxis and ride‑shares are more expensive than the bus, while driving costs vary with parking duration.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://austintexas.gov/page/aus-travel-tips-frequently-asked-questions",
            "title": "AUS Travel Tips & Frequently Asked Questions | Airport",
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          },
          {
            "url": "https://austintexas.gov/department/ground-transportation-barbara-jordan-terminal",
            "title": "Ground Transportation at the Barbara Jordan Terminal | Airport",
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          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Austin%E2%80%93Bergstrom_International_Airport",
            "title": "Austin–Bergstrom International Airport",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-07-29T21:19:45Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Statue_of_Barbara_Jordan_(Austin–Bergstrom_International_Airport)",
            "title": "Statue of Barbara Jordan (Austin–Bergstrom International Airport)",
            "time_published": "2026-06-27T16:13:14Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://austintexas.gov/department/aus-all-accessibility-services",
            "title": "AUS For All: Accessibility Services | Airport",
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Minneapolis airport?",
        "answer": "Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport has an on-site hotel, the InterContinental Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport Hotel, which is directly connected to Terminal 1 via skybridge near Gate C25. The hotel also provides a complimentary 24-hour shuttle to both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. No capsule hotels or sleeping pods are available inside the terminals, but the airport is generally friendly to overnight sleepers with quiet spots in both terminals.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/usa/minneapolis.htm",
            "title": "Minneapolis Airport Guide (MSP) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-04-13T19:33:12Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.mspairport.com/airport/site-hotel",
            "title": "On-site Hotel | MSP Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minneapolis%E2%80%93Saint%20Paul%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T16:56:38Z"
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          {
            "url": "http://mspairport.com/zh-hans/node/1016",
            "title": "Contact & FAQ | MSP Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/minneapolis-airport-guide.htm",
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            "time_published": "2018-08-08T21:16:18Z"
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            "url": "https://www.mspairport.com/it/node/1726",
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            "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport?",
        "answer": "Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport has two quiet seating areas in Terminal 1 on the Mezzanine Level overlooking the Airport Mall, suitable for meditation or prayer. Free Wi‑Fi is available throughout both terminals. Specific currency exchange offices are not mentioned in the amenities, though ATMs and banking services are typically available.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "http://www.mspairport.com/airport/service-amenities",
            "title": "Service Amenities | MSP Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.mspairport.com/airport/site-hotel",
            "title": "On-site Hotel | MSP Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minneapolis%E2%80%93Saint%20Paul%20International%20Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-30T16:56:38Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Austin to Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "The nonstop flights from Austin to Minneapolis are typically operated with a Boeing 737 MAX 8. Connecting itineraries most often use a Boeing 737-800 or 737 MAX 8 on the longer leg, frequently routing through Dallas/Fort Worth, Denver, or Chicago O'Hare, though the exact aircraft can vary by day and airline. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on this route.",
        "methodology": "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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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Austin to Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "Delta (SkyTeam) and Southwest fly nonstop from Austin to Minneapolis, with Delta Connection operated by SkyWest also on the route. Southwest belongs to no global alliance, and Star Alliance and oneworld carriers serve the route only via connections.",
        "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. 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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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Austin?",
        "answer": "At Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, the main lounge option is the Delta Sky Club, located in the main terminal. Access is available for Delta One and SkyTeam premium cabin passengers, Delta Sky Club members, and American Express Platinum and Delta Reserve cardholders, with day passes not offered. This lounge features a full bar, complimentary food, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Other lounges are not confirmed at this airport, so plan around this option if you are flying Delta or have eligible credit card access.",
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          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/AUS",
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            "url": "https://austintexas.gov/department/aus-all-accessibility-services",
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/delta-reserve/AUS",
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          {
            "url": "https://austintexas.gov/department/travel-security-austin-bergstrom-international-airport",
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          {
            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/austin-bergstrom-international",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Austin to Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules depend on the airline and fare class. Basic economy often restricts carry‑on to a personal item and charges for checked bags, while standard economy typically includes a carry‑on and personal item, with checked bags available for a fee. Some premium fares may include checked baggage."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Austin to Minneapolis?",
        "answer": "Flights from Austin to Minneapolis usually offer Economy and standard domestic First Class with larger recliner seats, while flat-bed Business class and Premium Economy are not typical on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible tickets and premium cabins often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy typically does not."
      }
    }
  }
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