{
  "response": {
    "Key": "SPK-KR",
    "orig": {
      "code": "SPK",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Sapporo",
      "fullCity": "Sapporo, Japan",
      "airport": "New Chitose Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "KR",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "Korea"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Korea can I fly to from Sapporo?",
        "answer": "From Sapporo you can fly non-stop to Seoul Incheon on airlines like Korean Air or Asiana, with a flight time of about 3 hours. Seoul is the main gateway, offering extensive domestic connections to Busan, Jeju, and other cities. If you are heading to Busan directly, one-stop flights via Seoul or Tokyo are common. Choose Seoul for culture and history, or connect to Busan for beaches and coastal scenery. Jeju Island requires a connection from Seoul or Busan."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Sapporo to Korea?",
        "answer": "Non-stop flights from Sapporo to Seoul take about 3 hours. One-stop connections to Seoul or Busan typically range from 5 to 8 hours depending on the layover. Eastbound and westbound times are similar because the route is mostly north-south."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Sapporo to Korea?",
        "answer": "Yes, you can fly non-stop from Sapporo to Seoul on airlines like Korean Air, Asiana, Jeju Air, and T'way Air, with a flight time of around 3 hours. If you're heading to other Korean cities like Busan, you'll typically need a connection, often through Seoul or Tokyo, adding a few hours to your journey."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Sapporo to Korea?",
        "answer": "From Sapporo to Korea, Korean Air, Asiana, and Jin Air offer nonstops. One-stop options include JAL, ANA, and Peach via Tokyo or Osaka hubs."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Sapporo to Korea?",
        "answer": "For flights from Sapporo to Korea, the departure timing data suggests Wednesdays and afternoon departures tend to offer the lowest fares, while mornings are notably pricier. Although detailed seasonal and booking-window data aren't available for this route, in general you can expect cheaper travel in the off-peak months outside of summer holidays, Golden Week, and the year-end period. Booking a few weeks to a couple of months ahead is usually your best bet for a good price.",
        "methodology": "The cheapest day of the week and time of day to depart are drawn from the same large sample of real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours, grouped by the day of the week and by the time-of-day window of the outbound departure, with the lowest and average price reported for each."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular cities to visit in Korea?",
        "answer": "Korea's top cities for U.S. travelers include Seoul for culture and nightlife, Busan for beaches and seafood, historic Gyeongju, vibrant Jeonju and the island of Jeju for nature. All are easy to reach via Incheon Airport or short domestic flights."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a visa to travel from Sapporo to Korea?",
        "answer": "As a U.S. citizen traveling from Sapporo to Korea for a short tourist visit, you generally do not need a visa and can enter under the visa waiver program, but you must obtain a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) before departure. Rules can change, so always verify current entry requirements close to your travel date."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Korea are best to fly into from Sapporo?",
        "answer": "From Sapporo to Korea, Incheon near Seoul is the primary gateway with the most flights, excellent train links across the country, and easy transfers to Gimpo for domestic hops. Gimhae in Busan works well for the southern coast and industrial regions, and Jeju is ideal for resort stays on the island."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "When is the best time of year to visit Korea?",
        "answer": "Spring from April to early June and autumn from September to November offer mild weather and beautiful foliage or cherry blossoms in Korea, with fewer crowds than the hot, humid summer peak."
      }
    }
  }
}