{
  "response": {
    "Key": "ROM-ES",
    "orig": {
      "code": "ROM",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Rome",
      "fullCity": "Rome, Italy",
      "airport": "Leonardo da Vinci Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "ES",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "Spain"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Spain can I fly to from Rome?",
        "answer": "From Rome you can fly non-stop to Barcelona, Madrid, Malaga, Valencia, Seville and Alicante on low-cost carriers, and to Bilbao and Santiago de Compostela seasonally. Madrid and Barcelona act as main hubs for connecting to smaller cities like Granada or San Sebastian. Choose Barcelona for Catalonia and beach trips, Madrid for central Spain and art museums, Malaga for Costa del Sol, or Seville for Andalusia. High-speed trains link Madrid to other cities if you land there."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Rome to Spain?",
        "answer": "Non-stop flights from Rome to Madrid or Barcelona take about 2 hours, while flights to southern cities like Malaga or Seville take around 2 hours 30 minutes. One-stop itineraries are uncommon on these short routes but can extend travel time to 4–6 hours depending on the connection."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Rome to Spain?",
        "answer": "Yes, you can fly non-stop from Rome to several Spanish cities. Airlines like Ryanair, Vueling, Iberia and ITA Airways offer direct flights to Madrid, Barcelona, Malaga, Palma de Mallorca and Valencia. Flight time is about 2 to 2½ hours. If non-stops are unavailable, one-stop options via other European hubs add a couple of hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Rome to Spain?",
        "answer": "Nonstop from Rome to Spain: Ryanair, Vueling, Wizz Air, ITA Airways, Iberia. One-stop options via other European hubs on various carriers."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular cities to visit in Spain?",
        "answer": "For Spain, most U.S. travelers start in Barcelona for Gaudí architecture and beaches, Madrid for world-class museums and lively plazas, Seville for flamenco and Moorish heritage, and Granada for the Alhambra. Valencia and Málaga are also popular for coastal charm and easy connections by high-speed train or short flights."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a visa to travel from Rome to Spain?",
        "answer": "Since both Italy and Spain are in the Schengen Area, U.S. citizens traveling from Rome to Spain for a short tourist visit do not need a separate visa. You can move freely within the zone for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Just ensure your total stay in the Schengen Area does not exceed that limit."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Spain are best to fly into from Rome?",
        "answer": "From Rome to Spain, Madrid Barajas offers the most connections and fast trains across the country. Barcelona El Prat is ideal for Catalonia and the Costa Brava. Malaga suits Andalusia and beach resorts, while Palma de Mallorca is best for the Balearic Islands. Alicante and Valencia work well for the eastern coast."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "When is the best time of year to visit Spain?",
        "answer": "For Spain, the best times are March to June and September to early November, when the weather is mild and crowds are thinner. Summer, especially July and August, is hot, busy and expensive in popular areas like Barcelona and the Costa del Sol."
      }
    }
  }
}