{
  "response": {
    "Key": "SJO-USCA",
    "orig": {
      "code": "SJO",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San José",
      "fullCity": "San José, Costa Rica",
      "airport": "Juan Santamaría Intl 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 José?",
        "answer": "From San José you can fly non-stop to Los Angeles and San Francisco, which serve as the main gateways to Southern and Northern California respectively. One-stop options through hubs like Houston, Dallas, or Mexico City can reach other cities such as San Diego, Sacramento, or San Jose in California. Travelers choose airports based on their final destination: Los Angeles for southern beaches and theme parks, San Francisco for the Bay Area and wine country, and connecting flights for other regions."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from San José to California?",
        "answer": "From San José to Los Angeles, non-stop flights take about 6 hours, while San Francisco is roughly 6½ hours non-stop. One-stop itineraries to other California airports like San Diego or Sacramento typically add 2 to 4 hours, and westbound flights may be slightly shorter due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from San José to California?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are non-stop flights from San José to California. You can fly directly to Los Angeles on Alaska Airlines, Delta, or United, and to San Francisco on United. Flight time is around 6 hours northbound and 5.5 hours southbound. Other California cities require a connection, often through LAX or SFO."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from San José to California?",
        "answer": "San José to California non-stops include Alaska, United, Delta, and American, with one-stop options via Houston, Dallas, or Atlanta."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from San José to California?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from San José to California are typically September through early November, with midweek flights often costing less than weekend departures. Booking one to three months ahead can help secure lower fares, while peak holiday periods like Christmas and spring break see higher prices."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from San José to California?",
        "answer": "Book flights from San José to California 8 to 12 weeks ahead, especially for winter and school breaks when demand is high, though shoulder seasons may allow booking 4 to 6 weeks out."
      },
      "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 Hollywood and beaches, San Francisco for the Golden Gate and culture, San Diego for coasts and zoo, and Anaheim for Disneyland. Fly into LAX for LA and Anaheim, SFO for San Francisco, or SAN for San Diego to minimize ground travel."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from San José to California?",
        "answer": "U.S. citizens do not need a passport to enter California from San José, but you must carry a valid U.S. passport to board an international flight to the United States. No visa is required for U.S. citizens returning home."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in California are best to fly into from San José?",
        "answer": "From San José to California, Los Angeles International offers the most flights and is a hub for connections across the state and beyond. San Francisco is best for the Bay Area and northern California, while San Diego works well for southern beaches and the border region. Smaller airports like San José, California or Sacramento can be convenient for specific cities or road trip starting points, but typically require a connection."
      }
    }
  }
}