{
  "response": {
    "Key": "SJU-USNC",
    "orig": {
      "code": "SJU",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San Juan",
      "fullCity": "San Juan, Puerto Rico",
      "airport": "Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "USNC",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "North Carolina",
      "fullRegion": "North Carolina, United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in North Carolina can I fly to directly or with one stop from San Juan?",
        "answer": "From San Juan you can fly nonstop to Charlotte on American Airlines, which is the main gateway to North Carolina. Other cities like Raleigh-Durham, Greensboro, and Asheville are reachable with one stop, often through Charlotte, Atlanta, or Miami. Charlotte serves the central and western parts of the state well, while Raleigh-Durham is better for the Research Triangle area and eastern North Carolina."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from San Juan to North Carolina?",
        "answer": "Non-stop flights from San Juan to Charlotte take about 4 hours, while Raleigh-Durham is typically reached in 4 to 4½ hours non-stop. One-stop itineraries to other North Carolina airports like Greensboro or Asheville usually range from 5 to 7 hours total. Westbound flights from San Juan are often slightly shorter due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from San Juan to North Carolina?",
        "answer": "You cannot fly non-stop from San Juan to any airport in North Carolina. The most common one-stop routings connect through Charlotte on American Airlines or through Atlanta on Delta, with typical total travel times between 5 and 7 hours. Seasonal service may occasionally appear on other carriers via Florida hubs."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from San Juan to North Carolina?",
        "answer": "Non-stop options are limited; JetBlue and Frontier fly direct. One-stop via hubs like Miami (American) or Atlanta (Delta) are common."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from San Juan to North Carolina?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from San Juan to North Carolina are typically January, February, and September. For the best fares, book at least three to four weeks ahead, fly on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, and choose early morning or late evening departures. Peak holiday periods and school vacations are usually more expensive."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from San Juan to North Carolina?",
        "answer": "Book 6 to 10 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, especially for winter escapes and school breaks, though shoulder seasons often allow booking just 3 to 4 weeks out."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in North Carolina and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In North Carolina, popular areas include Charlotte for city life, Asheville for mountain scenery, the Outer Banks for beaches and Raleigh-Durham for research and culture. Fly into Charlotte Douglas for Charlotte, Asheville Regional for Asheville, or Raleigh-Durham International for the Triangle. Coastal visitors often use Norfolk, Virginia or smaller airports like Coastal Carolina Regional."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in North Carolina are best to fly into from San Juan?",
        "answer": "Charlotte Douglas has the most flights from San Juan and serves as a hub for connections across the state. Raleigh-Durham is a good alternative for central North Carolina and the Research Triangle. For coastal resorts, consider Wilmington or Myrtle Beach (just over the South Carolina border), while Asheville works well for mountain getaways."
      }
    }
  }
}