{
  "response": {
    "Key": "SJC-MXBCS",
    "orig": {
      "code": "SJC",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San Jose",
      "fullCity": "San Jose, California",
      "airport": "Mineta Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "MXBCS",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Baja California Sur",
      "fullRegion": "Baja California Sur, Mexico"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Baja California Sur can I fly to directly or with one stop from San Jose?",
        "answer": "From San Jose you can fly nonstop to Los Cabos International Airport serving San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas, the main tourist hub at the southern tip. For other parts of Baja California Sur like La Paz or Loreto, you typically connect through Los Cabos or via a Mexican hub such as Guadalajara or Mexico City, as direct flights are limited. Choose Los Cabos for beach resorts and nightlife, La Paz for a quieter coastal city and access to the Sea of Cortez, or Loreto for a more remote getaway."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from San Jose to Baja California Sur?",
        "answer": "From San Jose to Baja California Sur, non‑stop flights to Los Cabos typically take about 3 hours 15 minutes, while flights to La Paz often require a connection and range from 5 to 7 hours total. Return flights can be slightly shorter due to tailwinds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from San Jose to Baja California Sur?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from San Jose to Baja California Sur. The most common one-stop routings connect through Los Angeles, Phoenix or Dallas, with airlines like Alaska, American and Southwest. Total travel times typically range from 5 to 8 hours depending on the layover."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from San Jose to Baja California Sur?",
        "answer": "From San Jose to Baja California Sur you can fly Alaska nonstop to Los Cabos, or connect on American, United or Southwest via hubs like Phoenix or Dallas."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Baja California Sur?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Baja California Sur is typically from May to early June and September to November, outside peak holiday and school vacation periods. Midweek flights, especially Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and early morning or late evening departures tend to offer lower fares."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from San Jose to Baja California Sur?",
        "answer": "For flights from San Jose to Baja California Sur, book 6 to 10 weeks ahead for winter and holiday travel, while 3 to 6 weeks is often sufficient during shoulder seasons like late spring and fall."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Baja California Sur and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Baja California Sur, Los Cabos draws travellers for luxury resorts and nightlife, La Paz offers a quieter coastal city with access to Espiritu Santo Island, and Loreto appeals for history and marine park adventures. Fly into Los Cabos International for Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo, Manuel Marquez de Leon International for La Paz, or Loreto International for Loreto. Your airport choice hinges on whether you want bustling beach resorts, a tranquil getaway, or a small-town historic escape."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from San Jose to Baja California Sur?",
        "answer": "U.S. citizens need a valid passport to enter Mexico. No visa is required for tourist visits under 180 days, but you must complete a tourist card upon arrival. Ensure your passport is valid for the duration of your stay."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Baja California Sur are best to fly into from San Jose?",
        "answer": "From San Jose, Los Cabos International Airport is the primary gateway with the most flights and best access to Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo resorts. La Paz Airport serves the capital and is better for exploring the northern part of the state, while Loreto Airport offers a quieter entry point for the central coast and marine park areas."
      }
    }
  }
}