{
  "response": {
    "Key": "SAL-USCA",
    "orig": {
      "code": "SAL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San Salvador",
      "fullCity": "San Salvador, El Salvador",
      "airport": "Arnulfo Romero Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "USCA",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "California",
      "fullRegion": "California, United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in California can I fly to directly or with one stop from San Salvador?",
        "answer": "From San Salvador you can fly non-stop to Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Oakland. One-stop options via hubs like Houston or Mexico City reach other cities like San Diego, Sacramento, or San Jose. Choose Los Angeles for Hollywood and Southern California beaches, San Francisco for the Bay Area, and San Diego for the border region."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from San Salvador to California?",
        "answer": "Non-stop flights from San Salvador to Los Angeles usually take around 5½ to 6 hours, while flights to San Francisco typically take about 6 to 6½ hours. One-stop itineraries to other California airports often range from 8 to 12 hours depending on layover duration. Westbound flights to California may be slightly longer due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from San Salvador to California?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are non-stop flights from San Salvador to California. Major non-stop routes include San Salvador to Los Angeles on Avianca and Volaris, and San Salvador to San Francisco on Avianca. Flight times are approximately 5 to 6 hours. Other California cities typically require a connection, often through Los Angeles, San Francisco, Houston, or Mexico City, with total travel times ranging from 7 to 12 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from San Salvador to California?",
        "answer": "Avianca serves non-stop to LAX and SFO. American, United and Delta offer one-stops via hubs like Houston, Dallas or Atlanta."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from San Salvador to California?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from San Salvador to California is typically during the low season from late August through early November, especially on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and with early-morning or late-night flights. Avoid peak holiday periods like Christmas, New Year's, and summer school vacations, when fares rise sharply."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from San Salvador to California?",
        "answer": "Book 6 to 8 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and choice, especially for winter and holiday travel to California's popular sunshine destinations, while you can often book 3 to 4 weeks out during shoulder seasons like late spring or fall."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in California and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In California, Los Angeles draws visitors for beaches and Hollywood via LAX or Burbank, the San Francisco Bay Area for landmarks and tech via SFO or Oakland, San Diego for its zoo and coast via SAN, and national parks like Yosemite via Fresno. Your airport choice hinges on whether you want Southern California beaches, Northern California sights, or park access."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from San Salvador to California?",
        "answer": "U.S. citizens returning from San Salvador to California need a valid U.S. passport for re-entry. No visa is required for U.S. citizens, but ensure your passport is not expired, as it serves as proof of citizenship."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in California are best to fly into from San Salvador?",
        "answer": "From San Salvador, Los Angeles International offers the most direct flights and serves as the main gateway to Southern California, including beaches and theme parks. San Francisco International is the best choice for the Bay Area and Northern California. For road trips across the state, flying into one and out of the other works well, though nonstop options may be limited."
      }
    }
  }
}