{
  "response": {
    "Key": "EC-USCA",
    "orig": {
      "code": "EC",
      "country": "Ecuador"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "USCA",
      "region": "California",
      "fullRegion": "California, United States, "
    },
    "faq": {
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Ecuador to California?",
        "answer": "Yes. Non-stop flights from Quito and Guayaquil to Los Angeles and San Francisco are available on several airlines. Other California airports generally require one stop, often through Houston or Dallas, with total travel times around 8 to 11 hours."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Ecuador to California?",
        "answer": "Flights from Ecuador to California tend to be cheapest during the shoulder seasons of spring and fall, with lower fares often available if booked several months in advance. Midweek departures usually cost less than weekend flights, and late morning or afternoon flights may offer better deals."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Do I need a visa to travel from Ecuador to California?",
        "answer": "Ecuadorian citizens typically need a visa or ESTA authorization to enter the United States. Short-term tourism or business travelers often use the ESTA program, but requirements vary by individual circumstances. Always check the latest official U.S. government sources before traveling."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Ecuador and California?",
        "answer": "Common layover airports include Houston George Bush Intercontinental, Dallas/Fort Worth and Miami, all offering good onward flights to California."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How easy is it to travel within California after I arrive?",
        "answer": "California offers extensive domestic flights among major airports like Los Angeles International, San Francisco, and San Diego. Buses and trains are also available, with LAX and SFO providing the most connections for onward travel."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "Which cabin and seat options are typical on flights from Ecuador to California?",
        "answer": "Flights from Ecuador to California usually offer Economy and Business class, with Premium Economy available on some routes, and lie-flat seats primarily in Business class."
      }
    }
  }
}