{
  "response": {
    "Key": "YTO-USMD",
    "orig": {
      "code": "YTO",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Toronto",
      "fullCity": "Toronto, Ontario",
      "airport": "Pearson 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 Toronto?",
        "answer": "From Toronto you can fly directly to Baltimore/Washington International Airport, which serves much of Maryland. There are no non-stops to other Maryland cities. One-stop options via hubs like Charlotte or New York can reach smaller airports such as Hagerstown or Salisbury, but Baltimore is the most practical gateway for the state."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Toronto to Maryland?",
        "answer": "From Toronto to Maryland, non-stop flights to Baltimore-Washington International typically take around 1½ hours. One-stop itineraries to the same airport or smaller Maryland fields usually range from 3 to 5 hours, depending on the connection. Westbound flights can be slightly shorter due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Toronto to Maryland?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Toronto to any airport in Maryland. The most common one-stop routings connect through hubs such as Washington Dulles, Philadelphia or Charlotte on airlines like United, American or Delta, with total travel times typically ranging from 4 to 6 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Toronto to Maryland?",
        "answer": "Toronto to Maryland is served by Air Canada, United, and American, often connecting through hubs like Washington DC, Philadelphia, or Chicago."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Toronto to Maryland?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Toronto to Maryland is typically during the late winter and early spring, especially January through March, excluding holidays. For the best fares, book at least three to four weeks in advance and consider midweek flights, particularly on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, while avoiding peak summer months and school vacation weeks."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Toronto to Maryland?",
        "answer": "For flights from Toronto to Maryland, book 4 to 8 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, but consider 10 to 12 weeks for peak summer and holiday periods like Thanksgiving and Christmas."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Maryland and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Maryland, popular areas include Baltimore for its Inner Harbor and museums, Annapolis for sailing and the Naval Academy, Ocean City for beaches, and the Washington D.C. suburbs for monuments and government sites. Fly into Baltimore-Washington International for Baltimore, Annapolis, or Washington, while Salisbury Regional Airport serves Ocean City. Your choice depends on whether you want urban culture, coastal relaxation, or capital access."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Toronto to Maryland?",
        "answer": "U.S. citizens flying from Toronto to Maryland do not need a passport to enter the United States, but they must present a valid U.S. passport to re-enter the U.S. by air. No visa is required for U.S. citizens returning home."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Maryland are best to fly into from Toronto?",
        "answer": "From Toronto, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport has the most flights and works well for both Baltimore and the Washington D.C. area. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is closer to downtown D.C. but has fewer direct options from Toronto. For the eastern shore and beach resorts like Ocean City, Salisbury Regional Airport offers limited connections but is the closest option."
      }
    }
  }
}