{
  "response": {
    "Key": "USMD-SJO",
    "orig": {
      "code": "USMD",
      "region": "Maryland",
      "fullRegion": "Maryland, United States, "
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "SJO",
      "city": "San José",
      "fullCity": "San José, Costa Rica",
      "airport": "Juan Santamaría Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which airports in Maryland can I fly from to reach San José?",
        "answer": "In Maryland, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) offers direct flights to San José, making it the most convenient choice. Washington Dulles International (IAD) also provides options, often with one-stop connections, typically involving larger airlines and sometimes lower fares. Smaller airports like Martin State or Andrews Air Force Base are less practical for international flights to Costa Rica, usually requiring connections through BWI or IAD."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Maryland to San José?",
        "answer": "From Baltimore/Washington International Airport to San José, non-stop flights usually last about 4 to 4.5 hours. Flights from smaller Maryland airports typically involve a stop and can take 6 to 8 hours overall depending on the connection."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Maryland to San José?",
        "answer": "Yes. Baltimore-Washington International Airport offers non-stop flights to San José on airlines like Southwest and American Airlines. Other Maryland airports typically require a connection through hubs like Dallas or Miami, with total travel times around 7 to 9 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Maryland to San José?",
        "answer": "From Maryland, Southwest, American, Spirit, and United offer non-stop flights to San José, Costa Rica, with one-stop options via hubs like Miami and Dallas."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Maryland to San José?",
        "answer": "Flights from Maryland to San José are typically cheaper in the late spring and fall months, avoiding peak summer and holiday periods. Booking midweek flights and choosing morning departures can also help save money, especially outside busy travel seasons."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Maryland to San José?",
        "answer": "From Maryland to San José, booking about 3 to 6 weeks in advance generally suffices, but for peak winter or summer travel, plan at least 8 weeks ahead."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Maryland and San José?",
        "answer": "Common layovers from Maryland to San José include Atlanta, Miami, Houston and Dallas, which all offer direct flights to Costa Rica and facilitate efficient transfers with visa-free airside transit for U.S. travelers."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "Are overnight or red eye flights available from Maryland to San José?",
        "answer": "Red eye flights from Maryland to San José are uncommon. Most flights depart during daytime hours from Baltimore or Washington airports and arrive in Costa Rica in the early afternoon or evening."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on flights from Maryland to San José?",
        "answer": "On flights from Maryland to San José, basic economy fares may not include checked bags and often require additional fees, while standard economy generally includes at least one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins offer greater baggage allowances."
      }
    }
  }
}