Ignav Flight API vs OpenVan
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Ignav Flight API vs OpenVan: common questions
Which is more reliable, Ignav Flight API or OpenVan?
On our scheduled checks, OpenVan leads on measured uptime — Ignav Flight API at 99.02% versus OpenVan at 100% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Which is faster, Ignav Flight API or OpenVan?
Ignav Flight API has the lower median latency in our checks — Ignav Flight API responds in 773 ms versus OpenVan at 864 ms (P50). Tail latency (P95) is in the table above; for most workloads the median is the number that shapes how the API feels.
Do Ignav Flight API and OpenVan need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Ignav Flight API is callable with no signup, and OpenVan is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Ignav Flight API and OpenVan from the browser?
Only OpenVan is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Ignav Flight API needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Ignav Flight API and OpenVan free for commercial use?
Ignav Flight API has unclear commercial terms, and OpenVan has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.