{
  "response": {
    "Key": "YOW-CAAB",
    "orig": {
      "code": "YOW",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Ottawa",
      "fullCity": "Ottawa, Ontario",
      "airport": "Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "CAAB",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Alberta",
      "fullRegion": "Alberta, Canada"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Alberta can I fly to directly or with one stop from Ottawa?",
        "answer": "From Ottawa you can fly non-stop to Calgary, the main gateway for the Rockies and southern Alberta. Edmonton is usually reached with one stop via Toronto or Calgary. Travellers heading to Banff or Jasper often choose Calgary, while Edmonton is better for the north and provincial capital visits."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Ottawa to Alberta?",
        "answer": "From Ottawa to Alberta, you can fly non-stop to Calgary in roughly 4½ to 5 hours or to Edmonton in about 4½ hours. One-stop itineraries to either city often take 6 to 8 hours, with westbound flights sometimes slightly longer than eastbound due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Ottawa to Alberta?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are non-stop flights from Ottawa to Alberta. WestJet operates direct flights from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to both Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Edmonton International Airport (YEG). Flight times are approximately 4.5 to 5 hours westbound and slightly shorter eastbound. No other airlines currently offer non-stop service on these routes."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Ottawa to Alberta?",
        "answer": "From Ottawa to Alberta you can fly WestJet non-stop, or connect via Toronto or Calgary on Air Canada, WestJet or Flair."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Alberta?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Alberta is typically late fall (October–November) or late winter (January–February), excluding holidays. For the best fares, book at least 3–4 weeks ahead, fly midweek (Tuesday or Wednesday), and choose early morning or late evening departures. Avoid peak summer months, Christmas, and March break when prices rise."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Ottawa to Alberta?",
        "answer": "For flights from Ottawa to Alberta, book 6 to 12 weeks ahead for summer and winter holidays to secure better prices, while shoulder seasons like late spring and fall can often be booked 3 to 6 weeks out."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Alberta and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Alberta, Calgary is the gateway for the Stampede and proximity to Banff, while Edmonton draws visitors for festivals and West Edmonton Mall. The Rockies attract hikers to Banff and Jasper, with Calgary offering closer access to Banff and Edmonton to Jasper. Most fly into Calgary for the southern Rockies or Edmonton for the north."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Alberta are best to fly into from Ottawa?",
        "answer": "From Ottawa, Calgary International Airport is the primary gateway for the Rockies, Banff, and southern Alberta, offering the most direct and connecting flights. Edmonton International Airport serves the northern part of the province and is a better choice if you're heading to Jasper or the capital region. Both airports work well for road trips, but Calgary provides closer access to major mountain resorts."
      }
    }
  }
}