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      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Calgary",
      "fullCity": "Calgary, Alberta",
      "airport": "Calgary Intl Airport"
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      "code": "USMD",
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      "region": "Maryland",
      "fullRegion": "Maryland, United States"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Maryland can I fly to directly or with one stop from Calgary?",
        "answer": "From Calgary you can fly directly to Baltimore Washington International Airport, which serves most of Maryland. For other parts of the state, like the Washington D.C. suburbs, you can also consider connecting through major hubs such as Denver or Chicago to reach smaller airports like Salisbury, though Baltimore is the primary gateway."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Calgary to Maryland?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Calgary to Maryland. Most one-stop itineraries to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) take about 6 to 8 hours total, with typical layovers in cities like Toronto, Denver, or Chicago. Eastbound flights are often slightly shorter than the return westbound due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Calgary to Maryland?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Calgary to any airport in Maryland. The most common one-stop routings connect through major U.S. hubs such as Denver, Chicago, or Toronto, with total travel times typically ranging from 6 to 9 hours depending on the layover."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Calgary to Maryland?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Calgary to Maryland. Common one-stop options include United via Denver, Delta via Minneapolis, or American via Dallas."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Calgary to Maryland?",
        "answer": "The cheapest flights from Calgary to Maryland are typically found in late winter and early spring, especially January through March, outside of spring break weeks. Midweek departures, particularly on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and early-morning or late-night flights tend to offer lower fares. Booking one to three months ahead often yields better prices, while peak summer months and the December holiday season are notably more expensive."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Calgary to Maryland?",
        "answer": "For flights from Calgary to Maryland, aim to book 4 to 8 weeks ahead for the best balance of availability and price, and consider booking even earlier for peak holiday periods like Christmas and spring break when demand spikes."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Maryland and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Maryland, Baltimore draws visitors for its Inner Harbor and historic sites, Annapolis for the Naval Academy and sailing, and the Eastern Shore for beaches and small towns. Fly into Baltimore/Washington International for Baltimore, Annapolis and the Eastern Shore. Washington Dulles or Reagan National serve the D.C. suburbs but are farther from the coast."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Calgary to Maryland?",
        "answer": "For Canadian citizens, a visa is not required for a short tourist visit from Calgary to Maryland. Entry to the United States is visa-free for this nationality.\n\nThis is general guidance to help you plan, not official immigration advice — entry rules can change and can depend on your nationality and circumstances, so please confirm the current requirements with the relevant embassy or official government source before you travel.",
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          {
            "url": "https://uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/temporary-visitors-for-business/wb-temporary-business-visitor-under-visa-waiver-program",
            "title": "WB Temporary Business Visitor under Visa Waiver Program | USCIS"
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          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.cbp.gov/travel/international-visitors/visa-waiver-program/requirements-immigrant-and-nonimmigrant-visas",
            "title": "Requirements for Immigrant and Nonimmigrant Visas | U.S. Customs and Border Protection"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.cbp.gov/travel/international-visitors/applying-admission-united-states",
            "title": "Admission into United States | U.S. Customs and Border Protection"
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            "url": "https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/",
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      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Maryland are best to fly into from Calgary?",
        "answer": "From Calgary to Maryland, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is the primary gateway with the most flight options, often via U.S. hubs. It serves Baltimore and provides convenient access to Washington, D.C., and central Maryland. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is closer to downtown D.C. but has fewer connecting flights from Calgary and is subject to slot restrictions. For road trips, BWI offers better car rental facilities and highway access to the Chesapeake Bay and western Maryland. Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Virginia is another alternative, though it is farther from Baltimore and Annapolis."
      }
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