{"response": {"Key": "BOM-AMD", "orig": {"code": "BOM", "type": "airport", "city": "Mumbai", "fullCity": "Mumbai, India", "airport": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "AMD", "type": "airport", "city": "Ahmedabad", "fullCity": "Ahmedabad, India", "airport": "Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Intl Airport"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "What is the typical flight duration from Mumbai to Ahmedabad?", "answer": "The flight from Mumbai to Ahmedabad covers about 276 miles. The typical nonstop flight time is 1 hour 20 minutes, while the return leg takes about 1 hour 30 minutes due to prevailing winds.", "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": ["flight_schedule"]}, "q1": {"question": "Are there any direct flights from Mumbai to Ahmedabad?", "answer": "Yes, nonstop flights from Mumbai to Ahmedabad run frequently — IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI), and Akasa Air (QP) all operate daily, with IndiGo offering up to 17 departures a day, Air India around 8, and Akasa Air about 4. SpiceJet (SG) also flies the route nonstop but only on Saturdays, with two flights. Flight time is roughly 80–90 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.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines", "flight_schedule"]}, "q3": {"question": "What are the ground transportation options in Ahmedabad?", "answer": "At Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, prepaid taxis and app-based ride services like Uber and Ola are the most common ways to reach the city center, with a typical journey of 30–45 minutes. Auto-rickshaws are also available outside the terminal and are a cheaper but slower option. There is no direct metro or train link from the airport, though city buses run from nearby stops with limited frequency. Car rentals are present but not widely used for simple city transfers. Among these, app-based cabs are the most popular for their balance of convenience and fixed pricing.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahmedabad_Airport", "title": "Ahmedabad Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-23T11:51:21Z"}, {"url": "https://civilaviation.gov.in/taxonomy/term/209", "title": "Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad | Ministry of Civil Aviation", "time_published": "2026-05-04T06:30:34Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahmedabad%20Airport", "title": "Ahmedabad Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-28T16:34:44Z"}, {"url": "https://civilaviation.gov.in/taxonomy/term/208", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai | Ministry of Civil Aviation", "time_published": "2026-04-30T11:04:08Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sardar_Vallabhbhai_Patel_Institute_of_Medical_Sciences_and_Research", "title": "Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Institute of Medical Sciences and Research", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-03T04:10:53Z"}]}, "q6": {"question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Mumbai to Ahmedabad?", "answer": "Yes, overnight red-eye flights are available nonstop from Mumbai to Ahmedabad. IndiGo operates the most with 28 weekly red-eyes departing around 9:05 PM, 9:45 PM, and 11:00 PM daily; Akasa Air has a daily 9:10 PM departure and Air India a daily 10:10 PM departure. On this short route all of these late-evening flights land the same night — none carry a next-day arrival marker.", "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.", "toolsUsed": ["redeye_flights"]}, "q7": {"question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Mumbai to Ahmedabad?", "answer": "IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air, and SpiceJet all fly nonstop from Mumbai to Ahmedabad. IndiGo operates the most flights at 126 per week, followed by Air India with 43 weekly flights, while Akasa Air runs 16 and SpiceJet just 2 flights on Saturdays. Median fares are not available for this route, but IndiGo and Air India provide frequent daily service with departures spread throughout the day.", "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": ["route_airlines"]}, "q10": {"question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Ahmedabad?", "answer": "November to February offers pleasant temperatures, low humidity, and clear skies, avoiding the extreme heat and monsoon season."}, "q11": {"question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Mumbai to Ahmedabad?", "answer": "For domestic flights within India, carry a valid government-issued photo ID such as an Aadhaar card, passport, voter ID, or driver's license. No visa or travel authorization is required, and you do not need proof of onward travel. Have a payment method for baggage fees and check if any health documents are currently required."}, "q12": {"question": "Which airport should I use in Ahmedabad?", "answer": "Ahmedabad has only one airport, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, which serves both domestic and international flights and is about 9 km from the city centre."}, "q13": {"question": "How do I get to Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "To reach Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport from downtown Mumbai, the fastest and most popular option is a prepaid taxi or app-based ride‑share like Uber or Ola, taking about 45–60 minutes depending on traffic. For a more economical alternative, the suburban railway has stations at Vile Parle (for the domestic terminal) and Andheri (for the international terminal), both a short auto‑rickshaw ride away; local BEST buses also serve the airport. A new metro line stops directly at the airport terminals, offering a quick, traffic‑free connection. Driving yourself is possible but parking can be limited, and a dedicated elevated road links the terminal to the Western Express Highway.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://airport-suppliers.com/airport/chhatrapati-shivaji-maharaj-international-airport", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport - Airport Suppliers", "time_published": "2025-08-21T08:29:33Z"}, {"url": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com/en/airport-facilities/transport", "title": "Transport Facility at Mumbai Airport: Cabs, Taxi, Inter terminal Bus, Auto Rickshaw & more", "favicon": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com/assets/mumbai/images/favicon-16x16.png"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?diff=1343053771&oldid=1340819388&title=Chhatrapati_Shivaji_Maharaj_International_Airport", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport: Difference between revisions - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2026-02-27T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chhatrapati_Shivaji_International_Airport", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-16T11:49:22Z"}, {"url": "https://civilaviation.gov.in/taxonomy/term/208", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai | Ministry of Civil Aviation", "time_published": "2026-04-30T11:04:08Z"}]}, "q14": {"question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Ahmedabad airport?", "answer": "Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. For a restful stay, nearby hotels offer shuttle service to and from the airport.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/ahmedabad-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Ahmedabad Airport Guide (AMD) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-08-08T18:46:17Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahmedabad_Airport", "title": "Ahmedabad Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-23T11:51:21Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahmedabad%20Airport", "title": "Ahmedabad Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-28T16:34:44Z"}, {"url": "https://civilaviation.gov.in/taxonomy/term/209", "title": "Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad | Ministry of Civil Aviation", "time_published": "2026-05-04T06:30:34Z"}, {"url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/asia/bombay.htm", "title": "Mumbai Airport Guide (BOM) - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-04-13T18:05:58Z"}, {"url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/lounges/ahmedabad-airport-lounges.htm", "title": "Ahmedabad   Airport Lounges (AMD) – Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png"}]}, "q15": {"question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Intl Airport?", "answer": "Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad offers free Wi‑Fi for 30 minutes in both the domestic and international terminals, with paid extensions available. Currency exchange counters operated by banks are located in the arrivals and departures areas of the international terminal. A multi‑faith prayer room is available on the first floor of Terminal 2 near the security hold area.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahmedabad_Airport", "title": "Ahmedabad Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-23T11:51:21Z"}, {"url": "https://civilaviation.gov.in/taxonomy/term/209", "title": "Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad | Ministry of Civil Aviation", "time_published": "2026-05-04T06:30:34Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahmedabad%20Airport", "title": "Ahmedabad Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-28T16:34:44Z"}, {"url": "https://civilaviation.gov.in/taxonomy/term/208", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai | Ministry of Civil Aviation", "time_published": "2026-04-30T11:04:08Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sardar_Vallabhbhai_Patel_Institute_of_Medical_Sciences_and_Research", "title": "Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Institute of Medical Sciences and Research", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-03T04:10:53Z"}]}, "q16": {"question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Mumbai and Ahmedabad airports?", "answer": "Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) provides dedicated special assistance from check‑in through boarding, including wheelchair support and help phones with braille signage; passengers can request wheelchair or ambulance services at least 48 hours in advance through their airline or the airport’s emergency contact (+91‑22‑66850108). Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD) offers similar accessibility facilities as a major Indian airport, though specific children’s play areas are not detailed in the available information — families are advised to coordinate with their airline or the airport authority before travel.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com/en/airport-facilities/special-assistance", "title": "Special Assistance Facility at Mumbai Airport (BOM)", "favicon": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com/assets/mumbai/images/favicon-16x16.png"}, {"url": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com", "title": "Mumbai International Airport (BOM) | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport", "favicon": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com/assets/mumbai/images/favicon-16x16.png"}, {"url": "https://airport-suppliers.com/airport/chhatrapati-shivaji-maharaj-international-airport", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport - Airport Suppliers", "time_published": "2025-08-21T08:29:33Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chhatrapati_Shivaji_International_Airport", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-16T11:49:22Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?diff=1343053771&oldid=1338809574&title=Chhatrapati_Shivaji_Maharaj_International_Airport", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport: Difference between revisions - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2026-02-17T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahmedabad_Airport", "title": "Ahmedabad Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-23T11:51:21Z"}, {"url": "https://civilaviation.gov.in/taxonomy/term/209", "title": "Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad | Ministry of Civil Aviation", "time_published": "2026-05-04T06:30:34Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sardar_Vallabhbhai_Patel_Institute_of_Medical_Sciences_and_Research", "title": "Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Institute of Medical Sciences and Research", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-03T04:10:53Z"}, {"url": "https://civilaviation.gov.in/taxonomy/term/208", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai | Ministry of Civil Aviation", "time_published": "2026-04-30T11:04:08Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sardar_Vallabhbhai_Patel_International_Hockey_Stadium", "title": "Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Hockey Stadium", "time_published": "2026-05-05T06:57:07Z"}]}, "q17": {"question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Mumbai to Ahmedabad?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Mumbai to Ahmedabad typically use Airbus A320-family or Boeing 737 aircraft. The most common types are the Airbus A320-100, A320neo, and A321, along with the Boeing 737-800. Specific aircraft can vary by day and airline, and some flights don't publicly list the exact model.", "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.", "toolsUsed": ["route_aircraft"]}, "q18": {"question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Mumbai to Ahmedabad?", "answer": "Of the four airlines flying nonstop from Mumbai to Ahmedabad — IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air, and SpiceJet — only Air India belongs to a global alliance (Star Alliance). IndiGo, Akasa Air, and SpiceJet are all unaffiliated carriers, so Star Alliance is the sole alliance represented on this 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": ["route_airlines"]}, "q20": {"question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Mumbai?", "answer": "In Mumbai Airport's Terminal 2, the Adani Lounge East (international departures) offers a premium experience with a buffet, bar, and quiet areas, accessible to business-class passengers on select airlines and Priority Pass members. The domestic side has the Travel Club Lounge, which provides complimentary snacks and Wi-Fi, and is open to Priority Pass, LoungeKey, and some credit card holders. The Aviserv Lounges (East and West) in Terminal 2 are also available via Priority Pass, though they are more basic. Note that the Centurion Lounge (domestic) and Oasis Lounge (Terminal 1) are temporarily closed.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-in/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BOM", "title": "American Express Lounges at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport | Amex IN", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png"}, {"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BOM", "title": "American Express Lounges at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport | Amex US", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png"}, {"url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/india/chhatrapati-shivaji-international", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport BOM Lounges - BOM Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/airport-guides/mumbai-chattrapathi-shivaji/t-2", "title": "Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl BOM T2 - Lounges and info. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com", "title": "Mumbai International Airport (BOM) | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport", "favicon": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com/assets/mumbai/images/favicon-16x16.png"}]}, "q21": {"question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Mumbai to Ahmedabad?", "answer": "Baggage allowance on Mumbai–Ahmedabad flights depends on the airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets often exclude checked baggage, while standard economy fares typically include one checked bag up to 15 kg. A carry‑on bag is usually included, but size and weight limits vary by airline."}, "q22": {"question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Mumbai to Ahmedabad?", "answer": "Flights from Mumbai to Ahmedabad typically offer Economy class only, with no Premium Economy or flat-bed Business options on this short domestic route."}, "q23": {"question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares rarely do."}}}}