{
  "response": {
    "Key": "NYC-USIL",
    "orig": {
      "code": "NYC",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "New York",
      "fullCity": "New York, New York",
      "airport": "John F Kennedy Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "USIL",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Illinois",
      "fullRegion": "Illinois, United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Illinois can I fly to directly or with one stop from New York?",
        "answer": "From New York you can fly non-stop to Chicago O'Hare and Midway, which serve the greater Chicago area and are the main gateways to Illinois. For other parts of the state, such as central or southern Illinois, you will typically connect through Chicago or other hubs like Detroit or Minneapolis to reach airports like Peoria, Springfield, or Moline. Choose O'Hare for international connections and northern suburbs, or Midway for closer access to downtown Chicago and a more compact experience."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from New York to Illinois?",
        "answer": "Non-stop flights from New York to Chicago typically take about 2½ to 3 hours, while flights to other Illinois airports like Midway or downstate cities may require a connection and take 4 to 6 hours. Westbound flights are sometimes slightly longer due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from New York to Illinois?",
        "answer": "Yes. Non-stop flights from New York City airports serve Chicago O'Hare and Midway on several airlines including Delta, United and Southwest. Smaller Illinois airports like Bloomington or Peoria require a connection, typically through Chicago, with total travel times ranging from about 4 to 7 hours depending on the layover."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from New York to Illinois?",
        "answer": "From New York to Illinois non-stop on American, Delta, JetBlue, Spirit, Southwest and United. One-stop via Detroit or Minneapolis is rare."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Illinois?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from New York to Illinois are typically January and February, outside of holiday weeks. For the best fares, book one to three months ahead, aim for Tuesday or Wednesday departures, and choose early morning or late evening flights."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from New York to Illinois?",
        "answer": "Book flights from New York to Illinois 3 to 6 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, but for winter holidays and school breaks, aim for 8 to 12 weeks in advance to secure lower fares."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Illinois and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Illinois, Chicago is the main draw with its architecture, museums and dining, served by O'Hare and Midway. Springfield attracts history buffs for Lincoln sites. For outdoor recreation, Starved Rock State Park is popular. Flying into O'Hare or Midway works best for Chicago and day trips to Starved Rock, while Springfield can be reached via Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport or by car from Chicago."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Illinois are best to fly into from New York?",
        "answer": "From New York to Illinois, Chicago O'Hare is the primary gateway with the most flights, ideal for Chicago and connections statewide. Chicago Midway is a convenient alternative for those heading directly to downtown Chicago or nearby suburbs. For central Illinois, consider flying into Bloomington or Peoria via a connection, while St. Louis, just across the border, can serve southern Illinois road trips."
      }
    }
  }
}