{"response": {"Key": "EWR-PTY", "orig": {"code": "EWR", "type": "airport", "city": "Newark", "fullCity": "Newark, New Jersey", "airport": "Liberty Intl Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "PTY", "type": "airport", "city": "Panama City", "fullCity": "Panama City, Panama", "airport": "Tocumen Intl Airport"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "What is the typical flight duration from Newark to Panama City?", "answer": "The flight from Newark to Panama City covers about 2,210 miles and typically takes 5 hours 15 minutes. The return leg averages 5 hours 2 minutes, making the outbound direction slightly longer.", "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 Newark to Panama City?", "answer": "Yes, United operates daily nonstop flights from Newark (EWR) to Panama City (PTY), with four departures a day — typically at 14:45, 15:09, 23:51, and 23:55 — totaling 28 flights per week. The flight takes about 5 hours and 15 minutes southbound and roughly 5 hours on the return.", "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 Panama City?", "answer": "Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is connected to Panama City by the Panama Metro, with the Aeropuerto station located at the airport. Taxis and ride-sharing services are also available, and car rentals can be found at the terminal. The Metro is the fastest and most-used option for reaching the city center, avoiding traffic on the Corredor Sur highway.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tocumen%20International%20Airport", "title": "Tocumen International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-23T08:05:24Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport%20in%20Trinidad%20and%20Tobago", "title": "Transport in Trinidad and Tobago", "time_published": "2025-06-13T01:56:23Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tocumen", "title": "Tocumen", "time_published": "2026-01-31T23:38:38Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ciudad%20del%20Carmen%20International%20Airport", "title": "Ciudad del Carmen International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-29T01:05:21Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yogyakarta_International_Airport_Rail_Link", "title": "Yogyakarta International Airport Rail Link", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-26T00:13:13Z"}]}, "q4": {"question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Newark to Panama City?", "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Newark to Panama City are August, September, and October, when average fares drop to around $665–$671. The most expensive month is December, with average fares climbing to about $821, followed by March and January in the $709–$718 range.", "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.", "toolsUsed": ["seasonal_prices"]}, "q5": {"question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Newark to Panama City?", "answer": "For flights from Newark to Panama City, the sweet spot to book is about 14 to 16 weeks ahead, when average fares hover around $650. Booking at the last minute can push prices above $890, and even a few months out you'll typically pay more than during that optimal window.", "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.", "toolsUsed": ["booking_timing"]}, "q6": {"question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Newark to Panama City?", "answer": "Yes, United Airlines operates nonstop red-eye flights from Newark to Panama City, with departures around 11:51 PM to 11:55 PM daily. These flights arrive the next morning.", "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 Newark to Panama City?", "answer": "United Airlines operates nonstop flights from Newark to Panama City, with 28 weekly departures at various times throughout the day. The median fare for this nonstop service is around $923.", "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 Newark and Panama City?", "answer": "Common layover cities include Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Atlanta, which offer frequent connections, efficient transfers, and keep total travel time competitive."}, "q10": {"question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Panama City?", "answer": "January to April is the dry season with sunny days and lower humidity, plus fewer tourists than December holidays."}, "q11": {"question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Newark to Panama City?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for bags. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for stays up to 90 days, but check for any vaccination requirements."}, "q12": {"question": "Which airport should I use in Panama City?", "answer": "Panama City has one main international airport, Tocumen International Airport, which serves all commercial flights to the city."}, "q13": {"question": "How do I get to Liberty Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From downtown Newark, the fastest and most popular way to reach Newark Liberty International Airport is by NJ Transit train from Newark Penn Station, connecting to the AirTrain at the airport rail station. Taxis and ride‑share services like Uber and Lyft offer door‑to‑terminal convenience with a travel time of about 15–20 minutes in light traffic, at a higher cost than public transit. Several NJ Transit bus routes also serve the airport, and driving yourself is an option with both short‑term and long‑term parking available. The train and AirTrain combination is generally the most time‑efficient and affordable choice for solo travelers.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://newarkairport.com/transportation", "title": "Transportation Options - EWR Newark Airport", "favicon": "https://newarkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/ewr_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-01-26T21:51:22Z"}, {"url": "https://newarkairport.com/flights/connections-guide/travel-between-airports", "title": "Transferring Between Airports Guide - EWR Newark Airport", "favicon": "https://newarkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/ewr_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-01-28T18:57:23Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Newark%20Liberty%20International%20Airport", "title": "Newark Liberty International Airport", "time_published": "2026-05-01T12:21:54Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?diff=prev&oldid=1337528333&title=Lehigh_Valley_International_Airport", "title": "Lehigh Valley International Airport: Difference between revisions", "time_published": "2026-02-10T00:46:59Z"}, {"url": "https://portfolio.panynj.gov/category/newark-liberty-international-airport/", "title": "Newark Liberty International Airport |", "time_published": "2020-09-16T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q14": {"question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Panama City airport?", "answer": "Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminals. Seating is equipped with armrests and the terminal can be cold, so a sleeping bag and extra layer are recommended for those trying to rest. Several nearby hotels offer free shuttle service for uninterrupted sleep.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/casa/panamacity.htm", "title": "Panama City Airport Guide (PTY) - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-05-13T20:27:32Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tocumen%20International%20Airport", "title": "Tocumen International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-23T08:05:24Z"}, {"url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/toncontin-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Toncontín Airport Guide (TGU) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2026-05-13T20:23:57Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/panama/gamboa/activities/private_transfer_from_tocumen_airport_to_gamboa-XLHCFK", "title": "Private Transfer from Tocumen Airport to Gamboa", "time_published": "2026-03-02T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/panama/panama-city/activities/transfer_from_playa_bonita_or_gamboa_to_pty_airport-XSLN3Z", "title": "Transfer from Playa Bonita or Gamboa to PTY Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/panama-city-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Panama City Airport Guide (PTY) - 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": "2018-10-02T00:00:41Z"}]}, "q15": {"question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Tocumen Intl Airport?", "answer": "Tocumen International Airport (PTY) offers free Wi‑Fi throughout Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, with no time limits. Currency exchange offices are available in both terminals, including locations in the arrivals and departures areas. Prayer rooms or chapels are not specifically mentioned in the available information about the airport.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tocumen%20International%20Airport", "title": "Tocumen International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-23T08:05:24Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tocumen", "title": "Tocumen", "time_published": "2026-01-31T23:38:38Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Tontouta_International_Airport", "title": "La Tontouta International Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-05T23:07:10Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ciudad%20del%20Carmen%20International%20Airport", "title": "Ciudad del Carmen International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-29T01:05:21Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chetumal_International_Airport", "title": "Chetumal International Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T01:28:59Z"}]}, "q17": {"question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Newark to Panama City?", "answer": "The most common aircraft on the nonstop from Newark to Panama City is the Boeing 737 MAX 9, flown by United and Copa, with the Boeing 737-800 also appearing on Copa's nonstop flights. On connecting itineraries, the Boeing 737 MAX 8 shows up frequently as the long-haul leg, especially via Orlando, San José, and Chicago, along with the Airbus A320neo family and Boeing 787-8 on Avianca connections through Bogotá. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these modern narrowbody and widebody jets.", "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 Newark to Panama City?", "answer": "United Airlines is the only carrier operating nonstop between Newark and Panama City, and it belongs to Star Alliance, so Star Alliance is the only alliance with a nonstop presence on this route. Other alliances like oneworld and SkyTeam can serve the route via connections, but no other alliance has a nonstop option from Newark.", "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. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines", "route_options"]}, "q20": {"question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Newark?", "answer": "At Newark Liberty International Airport, you'll find the Delta Sky Club in Terminal A, the Lufthansa Lounge in Terminal B's B3 Satellite, and Minute Suites in Terminal C. The Delta Sky Club offers a full bar and fresh food, accessible with a same-day Delta One or SkyTeam premium cabin ticket, Delta Sky Club membership, or certain Amex cards. The Lufthansa Lounge features premium food, spirits, and Wi-Fi, but is restricted to passengers flying Lufthansa Group airlines from gates B60–B68. Minute Suites provides private sleep pods and spa services, available to all travelers for a fee or via Priority Pass.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://www.newarkairport.com/", "title": "Newark Liberty International Airport - EWR Newark Airport", "favicon": "https://www.newarkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/ewr_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-02-04T20:34:00Z"}, {"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-gb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/EWR", "title": "American Express Lounges at Newark Liberty International Airport | Amex GB", "time_published": "2026-05-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/newark-liberty-international", "title": "Newark Liberty International Airport EWR Lounges - EWR Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/united-states/new-york-city-sky-club-newark-airport-map", "title": "Newark Liberty (EWR) Airport Map & Lounges | Delta Air Lines", "time_published": "2023-01-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-centurion-card-idc-en/EWR/Lufthansa-Lounge-Terminal-B-B3-Satellite-0D1lyNseWB/", "title": "Lufthansa Lounge at Newark Liberty International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q21": {"question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Newark to Panama City?", "answer": "On flights from Newark to Panama City, Basic Economy tickets often exclude checked baggage. Standard economy fares typically include one checked bag and a carry-on, while premium classes offer higher allowances. Always verify with your airline, as policies vary."}, "q22": {"question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Newark to Panama City?", "answer": "Flights from Newark to Panama City usually provide Economy and flat‑bed Business class; Premium Economy is not common on this route."}, "q23": {"question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Same‑day change and standby rules depend on the airline and fare type; premium cabins and flexible tickets offer the most generous options, while basic economy typically does not."}}}}