{"response": {"Key": "CAP-NYC", "orig": {"code": "CAP", "type": "airport", "city": "Cap-Haïtien", "fullCity": "Cap-Haïtien, Haiti", "airport": "Cap Haitien Intl Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "NYC", "type": "airport", "city": "New York City", "fullCity": "New York City, New York", "airport": "John F Kennedy Intl Airport"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "What is the typical flight duration from Cap-Haïtien to New York City?", "answer": "No nonstop flights are scheduled between Cap-Haïtien and New York City, so the trip requires a connection and typically takes about 6 to 8 hours in total, depending on the layover. The distance from Cap-Haïtien to New York is about 1,450 miles.", "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"]}, "q3": {"question": "What are the ground transportation options in New York City?", "answer": "From JFK, the AirTrain links all terminals to the subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica or Howard Beach, offering the cheapest and most-used route into Manhattan in about 50–75 minutes. Licensed yellow taxis charge a flat $70 fare to Manhattan, while ride‑share apps like Uber and Lyft pick up at designated areas with variable pricing. Rental cars are consolidated at Federal Circle via the AirTrain, and shared shuttles or private car services provide door‑to‑door alternatives. For speed, a Blade helicopter transfer can reach Manhattan in minutes from JFK’s helipad. Most travelers rely on the AirTrain plus subway combination for its balance of cost and reliability.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "http://jfkairport.com/transportation", "title": "Transportation Options - JFK Airport", "favicon": "http://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-12-23T18:54:39Z"}, {"url": "https://jfkairport.com/transportation/ride-share-services", "title": "Ride Share Information - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-11-07T16:18:43Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=97218&diff=1343981798&oldid=1343041901&title=John_F._Kennedy_International_Airport", "title": "John F. 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The most expensive months are September, October, and August, when average prices climb to $1,945 to $2,087.", "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. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.", "toolsUsed": ["seasonal_prices"]}, "q5": {"question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Cap-Haïtien to New York City?", "answer": "The optimal booking window for flights from Cap-Haïtien to New York City is about 13 to 16 weeks before departure, when average fares drop to around $1,049. For peak summer and holiday travel, demand can push prices higher, so aiming for the early side of that window or even a bit further out may help lock in a better deal.", "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. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.", "toolsUsed": ["booking_timing"]}, "q6": {"question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Cap-Haïtien to New York City?", "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights are scheduled from Cap‑Haïtien (CAP) to New York City (NYC). The published schedule shows neither nonstop red‑eyes nor connecting itineraries whose long leg departs in the late‑evening window.", "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 Cap-Haïtien to New York City?", "answer": "No nonstop flights are scheduled between Cap-Haïtien and New York City. A search for connecting itineraries on a representative day also found no available one‑stop patterns, which suggests that direct connecting options are very limited or not regularly scheduled. Travelers from Cap‑Haïtien typically reach New York by connecting through Miami or Fort Lauderdale on carriers like American Airlines, JetBlue, or Spirit, though these routings may not appear in every schedule snapshot. For current availability, checking with the airlines directly is advisable.", "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"]}, "q8": {"question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Cap-Haïtien and New York City?", "answer": "Common layover cities include Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Port‑au‑Prince. Miami offers broad connections and efficient transfers as a major U.S. hub. Fort Lauderdale provides a convenient alternative for connecting to New York with shorter domestic legs. Port‑au‑Prince serves as a regional gateway with multiple flights to New York, though total travel time may be longer."}, "q10": {"question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to New York City?", "answer": "April to June and September to early November offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists."}, "q11": {"question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Cap-Haïtien to New York City?", "answer": "Bring a valid passport, a U.S. visa or ESTA authorization, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage, and any required vaccination certificates."}, "q12": {"question": "Which airport should I use in New York City?", "answer": "John F. Kennedy International Airport is the primary gateway for international flights and offers the most connections to Haiti. Newark Liberty International Airport also serves international routes and can be more convenient for those heading to western Manhattan or New Jersey. LaGuardia Airport mainly handles domestic flights and is not practical for this route."}, "q13": {"question": "How do I get to Cap Haitien Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "To reach Cap-Haïtien International Airport from the city center, which is about 5 km away, taxis and motorcycle taxis are the most common options, with taxis being the most popular and convenient. There is no formal public bus or shuttle service to the airport, and ride-share apps are not available. Driving and parking are possible, but the parking lot is small and often unsecured, so it’s less recommended for long-term stays. The taxi ride is the fastest and most reliable choice, while motorcycle taxis are a cheaper but less comfortable alternative.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cap-Haïtien_International_Airport", "title": "Cap-Haïtien International Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-05T22:54:52Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List%20of%20airports%20in%20Haiti", "title": "List of airports in Haiti", "time_published": "2025-12-05T02:42:32Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_airports_in_Haiti", "title": "List of airports in Haiti", "time_published": "2025-12-05T02:42:32Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Port_international_du_Cap-Haitien", "title": "Port international du Cap-Haïtien - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2011-09-28T20:59:26Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cap-Haitien", "title": "Cap-Haïtien - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2004-02-10T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q14": {"question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at New York City airport?", "answer": "At John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), which serves the New York City metro area, there is one on-site hotel: the TWA Hotel, located in the former TWA Flight Center and accessible via the AirTrain. It offers day rooms and overnight stays without requiring a shuttle. No capsule hotels or sleeping pods are available, but several nearby hotels like the Crowne Plaza and Hampton Inn provide free shuttles.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/usa/newyorkjfk.htm", "title": "New York City JFK Airport Guide - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-03-09T16:06:27Z"}, {"url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/new-york-city-jfk-airport-guide.htm", "title": "New York City JFK Airport Guide - 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": "2018-08-06T08:02:49Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John%20F.%20Kennedy%20International%20Airport", "title": "John F. 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The terminal has basic amenities, but a dedicated departure lounge is not available.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cap-Ha%C3%AFtien%20International%20Airport", "title": "Cap-Haïtien International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-02T01:13:49Z"}, {"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/PTP/Bessie-Coleman-VIP-Lounge-International-Terminal-cFtaHlyBve/", "title": "Bessie Coleman VIP Lounge at Pointe-a-Pitre International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-04-27T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-gb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MBJ/Club-Mobay-Arrivals-Lounge-International-Terminal-1KaMdVrI0b", "title": "Club Mobay Arrivals Lounge at Sangster International Airport | Amex GB", "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hugo%20Ch%C3%A1vez%20International%20Airport", "title": "Cap-Haïtien International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2007-07-06T13:27:19Z"}, {"url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/curacao/curacao-hato-international/cur-vip-lounge", "title": "VIP Lounge CUR AIRPORT Curacao Hato International | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q21": {"question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Cap-Haïtien to New York City?", "answer": "On flights from Cap‑Haïtien to New York City, baggage rules depend on the airline and fare class. Basic economy typically excludes a checked bag, while standard economy usually includes one free checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium and business fares offer more generous allowances."}, "q22": {"question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Cap-Haïtien to New York City?", "answer": "Flights from Cap-Haïtien to New York City typically offer Economy and often flat-bed Business class; Premium Economy is uncommon on this route."}, "q23": {"question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy tickets typically do not."}}}}