{
  "response": {
    "Key": "SJO-USMD",
    "orig": {
      "code": "SJO",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San José",
      "fullCity": "San José, Costa Rica",
      "airport": "Juan Santamaría Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "USMD",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Maryland",
      "fullRegion": "Maryland, United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Maryland can I fly to directly or with one stop from San José?",
        "answer": "From San José you can fly non-stop to Baltimore/Washington International Airport, which serves most of Maryland. There are no non-stop flights to other Maryland airports. One-stop options via hubs like Miami, Atlanta or Dallas can reach Washington Dulles or Ronald Reagan Washington National, though these are in Virginia but close to Maryland suburbs near DC. For central Maryland and Baltimore, BWI is the best choice."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from San José to Maryland?",
        "answer": "From San José to Maryland, there are no non-stop flights to Baltimore-Washington International (BWI), so typical one-stop itineraries take around 6 to 8 hours depending on layover length and routing. Return flights are often similar in duration, though eastbound trips may be slightly longer due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from San José to Maryland?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from San José to any airport in Maryland. The most common one-stop routings connect through hubs like Atlanta, Miami, or Houston, with typical total travel times ranging from 7 to 10 hours depending on the layover. Baltimore/Washington International is the primary gateway airport for Maryland."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from San José to Maryland?",
        "answer": "Non-stop from San José to Maryland is not common. One-stop options include American via Miami, Delta via Atlanta, and United via Houston."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from San José to Maryland?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from San José (SJO) to Maryland is typically during the rainy season, from May to November, especially in September and October. For the best fares, book about two to three months in advance and aim for midweek flights, particularly on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, while avoiding peak holiday periods like Christmas, New Year's, and U.S. summer school vacations."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from San José to Maryland?",
        "answer": "For flights from San José to Maryland, aim to book 8 to 12 weeks ahead, especially for winter holidays and school breaks when demand rises, while shoulder seasons like late spring or early fall can often be booked 4 to 6 weeks out."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Maryland and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Maryland, Baltimore draws visitors for the Inner Harbor and museums, Annapolis for maritime history, the Eastern Shore for beaches and Ocean City for boardwalk fun. Fly into Baltimore-Washington International for Baltimore and Annapolis, or Salisbury Regional for the Eastern Shore. Your airport choice depends on whether you want city sights or coastal relaxation."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from San José to Maryland?",
        "answer": "Since you are a U.S. citizen returning from San José to Maryland, you need a valid U.S. passport to re-enter the United States. No visa is required, but your passport must be valid on the day you arrive."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Maryland are best to fly into from San José?",
        "answer": "There are no direct flights from San José, Costa Rica to any airport in Maryland. The most practical option is to fly into Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) with a connection, typically through a U.S. hub like Miami, Atlanta, or Houston. BWI is the primary airport serving Maryland and offers good access to Baltimore, Annapolis, and the Washington D.C. area. Alternatively, you could consider Washington Dulles (IAD) or Reagan National (DCA) in nearby Virginia, which are also reachable via connecting flights and provide broader East Coast connectivity. For road trips across Maryland, BWI is centrally located and has extensive car rental facilities."
      }
    }
  }
}