{"response": {"Key": "IAH-BJX", "orig": {"code": "IAH", "type": "airport", "city": "Houston", "fullCity": "Houston, Texas", "airport": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "BJX", "type": "airport", "city": "León", "fullCity": "León, Guanajuato", "airport": "Del Bajío Intl Airport"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "What is the typical flight duration from Houston to León?", "answer": "The flight from Houston to León is about 730 miles and typically takes 2 hours 16 minutes. On the return, it's slightly faster at 2 hours 10 minutes, a small difference due to prevailing winds. No connecting service is needed — United and Viva Aerobus both operate nonstop flights on this route.", "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 Houston to León?", "answer": "Yes, there are direct non‑stop flights from Houston (IAH) to León (BJX). United flies up to 14 flights a day, every day of the week, with departures spread across the morning, midday, and late afternoon. The Mexican low‑fare carrier Viva Aerobus also flies the route non‑stop, with one or two evening departures on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays.", "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. 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_airlines", "flight_schedule", "redeye_flights", "route_aircraft"]}, "q3": {"question": "What are the ground transportation options in León?", "answer": "From Guanajuato International Airport (BJX), ground transportation to León is primarily by taxi and bus. Taxis are available outside arrivals from 4:30 am to 11:00 pm, operated by authorized companies, and offer the most direct trip to the city center in about 20–30 minutes. Unebus provides scheduled bus service to León from 4:10 am to 11:30 pm, stopping at several key points including Puerta del Milenio and Chedraui Poliforum, making it the most used and affordable option. Ride-share services are not explicitly listed, and car rentals are available on-site but less common for just reaching the city. The bus is the fastest and most popular choice for most travelers.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://www.airportsdata.net/airport-BJX/", "title": "Guanajuato airport (BJX)", "time_published": "2025-03-27T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baj%C3%ADo%20International%20Airport", "title": "Bajío International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-23T00:09:04Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bajío_International_Airport", "title": "Bajío International Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-05T22:06:50Z"}, {"url": "https://www.airportsdata.net/airport-TGZ/", "title": "Tuxtla Gutiérrez airport (TGZ)", "time_published": "2025-03-27T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.airportsdata.net/airport-GDL-transportation/", "title": "Transfer to/from - Guadalajara airport (GDL)", "time_published": "2025-03-26T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q4": {"question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Houston to León?", "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Houston to León are May, April, and September, with average fares around $577–585, while the most expensive months are March, December, and January, averaging $701–778.", "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 Houston to León?", "answer": "For flights from Houston to León, the best fares are typically found 4 to 6 weeks before departure, with an average price around $541. Booking about 30 days ahead can yield the lowest fare, around $529, while last-minute tickets (0 days out) can cost over $1,000.", "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 Houston to León?", "answer": "No overnight (red-eye) flights are available from Houston (IAH) to León (BJX) — there are no nonstop red-eyes on this route, and no connecting itineraries with a red-eye long leg were found.", "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 Houston to León?", "answer": "United Airlines and VivaAerobus both fly nonstop from Houston (IAH) to León (BJX). United operates up to 113 weekly flights with departures throughout the day and a typical fare around $811, while VivaAerobus offers a low-fare option with about 9 weekly flights on select days and a median fare near $342.", "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 Houston and León?", "answer": "Common one‑stop hubs include Mexico City, Dallas‑Fort Worth, and Atlanta. Mexico City offers the most direct routing and frequent onward flights, often keeping total travel time under six hours, while Dallas‑Fort Worth provides broad connections on American Airlines and Atlanta on Delta, both with efficient domestic‑to‑international transfers."}, "q10": {"question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to León?", "answer": "November through March offers pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists, avoiding the summer heat and rain."}, "q11": {"question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Houston to León?", "answer": "Bring a valid U.S. passport, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for bags; no visa is required for U.S. citizens for tourist stays under 180 days."}, "q12": {"question": "Which airport should I use in León?", "answer": "León has one commercial airport, Del Bajío International Airport, serving both León and the wider Bajío region."}, "q13": {"question": "How do I get to George Bush Intercontinental Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From downtown Houston to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), you can take the METRO 102 Bush IAH Express bus, which is the most affordable option and runs frequently. Ride-share services like Uber and Lyft, as well as taxis, offer door-to-door convenience and are the most popular choices, with a typical drive of about 30 minutes in light traffic. Shared shuttle vans and private sedans or limousines are also available. Driving yourself is possible, with various on-site parking options including a quick shuttle from the rental car center, though the bus remains the cheapest if you're budget-conscious.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah", "title": "IAH Houston Airport | George Bush Intercontinental", "time_published": "2026-06-23T05:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah/ground-transportation/", "title": "Ground Transportation | Airport Taxi, Uber, Lyft, Shuttle & Rent Car Houston", "time_published": "2026-01-23T19:44:20Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George%20Bush%20Intercontinental%20Airport", "title": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport", "time_published": "2026-05-01T12:20:43Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/?diff=597698305", "title": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport: Difference between revisions - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2014-03-01T18:21:06Z"}, {"url": "https://faa.gov/regulations_policies/orders_notices/index.cfm/go/document.information/documentID/1023367", "title": "Notice JO 7110.659 - Non-Intersecting Converging Runway Operations for George Bush Intercontinental/Houston Airport Traffic Control Tower and Houston Intercontinental Terminal Radar Approach Control (", "time_published": "2026-04-10T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q14": {"question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at León airport?", "answer": "There are no on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods at Guanajuato International Airport (BJX). Several nearby hotels, including the Wyndham Garden Silao Bajio Airport located next to the airport grounds, offer shuttle service for guests. Other options within a mile include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Silao Aeropuerto-Terminal and Homewood Suites by Hilton Silao Airport.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/guanajuato-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Guanajuato Airport Guide (BJX) - 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": "2018-08-08T21:04:28Z"}, {"url": "https://www.airportsdata.net/airport-BJX/", "title": "Guanajuato airport (BJX)", "time_published": "2025-03-27T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/reviews/guanajuato-airport-reviews.htm", "title": "Guanajuato Airport Reviews (BJX)", "time_published": "2019-03-15T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/mexico/guanajuato/guanajuato-city/activities/private_transfer_between_leon_bjx_airport_and_guanajuato_city-XM6EZ3", "title": "Private transfer between Leon BJX Airport and Guanajuato City", "favicon": "https://activities.marriott.com/favicon.png"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baj%C3%ADo%20International%20Airport", "title": "Bajío International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-23T00:09:04Z"}, {"url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bjxfi-fairfield-inn-and-suites-silao-guanajuato-airport/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0", "title": "BJX Airport Hotels in Silao | Fairfield Inn & Suites Guanajuato Silao", "time_published": "2023-08-11T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q15": {"question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Del Bajío Intl Airport?", "answer": "Del Bajío International Airport has a single terminal with a tourist information office and a VIP lounge, but public sources do not confirm dedicated currency exchange counters, prayer rooms, or free Wi‑Fi. On‑site services are limited, so it is advisable to arrange currency exchange before departure or in town, and to confirm connectivity with your mobile provider.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bajío_International_Airport", "title": "Bajío International Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-05T22:06:50Z"}, {"url": "https://www.airportsdata.net/airport-BJX/", "title": "Guanajuato airport (BJX)", "time_published": "2025-03-27T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baj%C3%ADo%20International%20Airport", "title": "Bajío International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-23T00:09:04Z"}, {"url": "https://www.airportsdata.net/airport-TGZ/", "title": "Tuxtla Gutiérrez airport (TGZ)", "time_published": "2025-03-27T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo%20International%20Airport", "title": "Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-03T13:43:06Z"}]}, "q17": {"question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Houston to León?", "answer": "On the nonstop from Houston (IAH) to León (BJX), United flies Embraer 175 and Airbus A319 aircraft. The most common one-stop itineraries connect through Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) on American Airlines Boeing 737-800s or through Mexico City (MEX) on Aeromexico Boeing 737 MAX 8s. The exact aircraft can vary by day, and Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available though specifics depend on the carrier and aircraft.", "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 Houston to León?", "answer": "United (Star Alliance) and Viva Aerobus (unaffiliated) fly nonstop from Houston to León. American (oneworld), Aeromexico (SkyTeam), Delta (SkyTeam), and Frontier (unaffiliated) serve the route with one stop. United and Viva Aerobus are the only carriers with nonstop service; Viva Aerobus is a low-cost carrier not in a global alliance.", "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. 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.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines", "route_options", "flight_schedule", "route_aircraft"]}, "q20": {"question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Houston?", "answer": "When departing from Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), you have several lounge options. United Airlines operates multiple United Clubs, including one in Terminal C, accessible to United Club members, business/first-class passengers, and eligible Star Alliance Gold travelers, with day passes available for purchase. In Terminal D, you'll find The Centurion Lounge by American Express, open to Platinum Card and Centurion members, featuring complimentary food and craft cocktails. Also in Terminal D, the Air France Lounge and KLM Crown Lounge welcome eligible business-class passengers and SkyTeam Elite Plus members, with the Air France Lounge also accessible via Priority Pass during limited hours. Minute Suites in Terminal C offers private nap pods with daybeds and workstations, available for walk-in rental.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah", "title": "IAH Houston Airport | George Bush Intercontinental", "time_published": "2026-06-23T05:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-xb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/IAH", "title": "American Express Lounges at George Bush Intercontinental Airport | Amex XB", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png"}, {"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/delta-reserve/IAH", "title": "American Express Lounges at George Bush Intercontinental Airport | Amex US", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png"}, {"url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/george-bush-intercontinental/iah7-air-france-lounge", "title": "Air France Lounge IAH AIRPORT Terminal D George Bush Intercontinental | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://prioritypass.com/lounges/usa/houston-tx-george-bush-intercontinental/iahm-united-club", "title": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport - Houston IAH Lounges - IAH Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q21": {"question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Houston to León?", "answer": "Baggage allowance on this route depends on the airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets are generally the most restrictive and may not include a checked bag, while standard economy often permits one free checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins and higher fares typically offer more generous allowances."}, "q22": {"question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Houston to León?", "answer": "Flights from Houston to León usually offer Economy and standard recliner Business class, as flat-bed seats and Premium Economy are uncommon on this short route."}, "q23": {"question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by carrier and fare type; flexible and premium cabin tickets may allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy typically does not."}}}}