{
  "response": {
    "Key": "HOU-CAAB",
    "orig": {
      "code": "HOU",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Houston",
      "fullCity": "Houston, Texas",
      "airport": "William P Hobby Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "CAAB",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Alberta",
      "fullRegion": "Alberta, Canada"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Alberta can I fly to directly or with one stop from Houston?",
        "answer": "From Houston you can fly non-stop to Calgary, which is the main gateway for the Rockies and southern Alberta. Edmonton is also reachable, typically with one stop in Calgary or a U.S. hub like Denver. Calgary serves Banff and the mountains, while Edmonton is closer to Jasper and the north."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Houston to Alberta?",
        "answer": "From Houston to Alberta, non-stop flights to Calgary take about 4 to 4½ hours, and to Edmonton roughly 4½ hours, while one-stop connections to either city typically range from 5½ to 8 hours depending on the layover. Westbound flights can be slightly shorter due to tailwinds, with eastbound returns sometimes adding 30 to 60 minutes."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Houston to Alberta?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Houston Hobby to Alberta. If you are flying from Houston Bush Intercontinental, you can find non-stop service to Calgary on United. Otherwise, the most common one-stop routings from both Houston airports go through Denver or Dallas, with total travel times typically ranging from 5 to 8 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Houston to Alberta?",
        "answer": "Houston to Alberta is served non-stop by United and WestJet, plus one-stop options on Alaska, Delta or American via hubs like Seattle, Minneapolis or Dallas."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Houston to Alberta?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Alberta is typically during the shoulder seasons of September to October or April to early June, especially on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Booking one to three months ahead helps secure lower fares, while peak summer, Christmas, and spring break periods are more expensive."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Houston to Alberta?",
        "answer": "Book flights from Houston to Alberta 8 to 12 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and choice, especially for summer and winter holiday travel, though shoulder seasons like late spring or early fall can sometimes be booked 4 to 6 weeks out."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Alberta and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Alberta, top draws are Calgary for the Stampede and urban gateway to the Rockies, Banff and Lake Louise for mountain scenery, Jasper for a quieter national park experience and Edmonton for festivals and West Edmonton Mall. Fly into Calgary International to reach Calgary, Banff or Lake Louise, or choose Edmonton International if your focus is Edmonton or Jasper, as it offers a shorter drive to Jasper than Calgary does."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Houston to Alberta?",
        "answer": "U.S. citizens flying from Houston to Alberta need a valid passport to enter Canada. A visa is not required for tourist stays under 180 days, but an eTA is necessary if arriving by air, and your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Alberta are best to fly into from Houston?",
        "answer": "From Houston, the best option is to fly into Calgary International Airport, which is the main gateway to Alberta and offers the most connections, including direct flights from Houston. Calgary is ideal for accessing Banff and the Canadian Rockies, as well as road trips across the province. Edmonton International Airport is another major hub, better suited for visiting the northern part of Alberta or Jasper National Park, though it typically has fewer direct options from Houston and may require a connection."
      }
    }
  }
}