{
  "response": {
    "Key": "YYC-USMD",
    "orig": {
      "code": "YYC",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Calgary",
      "fullCity": "Calgary, Alberta",
      "airport": "Calgary 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 Calgary?",
        "answer": "From Calgary you can fly to Baltimore/Washington International Airport, the main gateway to Maryland, typically with one stop in cities like Toronto, Denver, or Minneapolis. There are no non-stop flights. For visiting Washington D.C. suburbs, consider also flying into nearby Reagan National or Dulles airports."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Calgary to Maryland?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Calgary to Maryland. Most itineraries involve one stop and take about 6½ to 8 hours to Baltimore, the main gateway. Return flights are generally similar, though westbound trips may be slightly longer due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Calgary to Maryland?",
        "answer": "There are currently no non-stop flights from Calgary to any airport in Maryland. The most common one-stop routes connect through Toronto Pearson on Air Canada or WestJet, or through U.S. hubs like Denver, Chicago O'Hare or Dallas/Fort Worth on United, American or Southwest. Total travel time typically ranges from 7 to 10 hours depending on the layover."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Calgary to Maryland?",
        "answer": "No non‑stop flights; connect via Toronto on Air Canada or Denver/Chicago on United, or use Delta via Minneapolis to reach Baltimore."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Calgary to Maryland?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Calgary to Maryland is typically during the low season months of January and February, with midweek flights on Tuesdays and Wednesdays offering the best value. Booking one to three months in advance can help secure lower fares, while peak holiday periods like Christmas and summer school vacations drive prices up."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Calgary to Maryland?",
        "answer": "For travel from Calgary to Maryland, book 4 to 8 weeks ahead for shoulder seasons, but aim for 8 to 12 weeks early for winter holidays and school breaks when flights to the Baltimore–Washington region fill faster."
      },
      "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 Inner Harbor and cultural sites, Annapolis for maritime history and Ocean City for beaches. Fly into Baltimore-Washington International for Baltimore and Annapolis, or Salisbury Regional for Ocean City. Washington Dulles also serves western Maryland but is farther from the coast."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Calgary to Maryland?",
        "answer": "As a U.S. citizen returning from Calgary to Maryland you do not need a visa but must present a valid U.S. passport. Ensure your passport is valid for the duration of your stay; there is no six-month rule for U.S. citizens re-entering the United States."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Maryland are best to fly into from Calgary?",
        "answer": "From Calgary to Maryland, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is the primary gateway, offering the most flight options and convenient access to Baltimore, Annapolis, and central Maryland. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a good alternative if your focus is on the Washington, D.C. metro area, though it's slightly outside Maryland. Both airports work well for road trips across the region, with BWI being more centrally located for exploring the state."
      }
    }
  }
}