{
  "response": {
    "Key": "YYC-USMN",
    "orig": {
      "code": "YYC",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Calgary",
      "fullCity": "Calgary, Alberta",
      "airport": "Calgary Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "USMN",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Minnesota",
      "fullRegion": "Minnesota, United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Minnesota can I fly to directly or with one stop from Calgary?",
        "answer": "From Calgary you can fly non-stop to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, the main gateway to Minnesota. Other airports like Duluth, Rochester, or Bemidji are reached with a connection through Minneapolis. Choose Minneapolis for the Twin Cities and most of the state, Duluth for the North Shore, or Rochester for the southeast."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Calgary to Minnesota?",
        "answer": "From Calgary to Minneapolis, non-stop flights take about 2 hours and 45 minutes, while one-stop options to other Minnesota airports like Duluth or Rochester typically range from 5 to 8 hours depending on layover length. Westbound returns from Minneapolis to Calgary can be slightly shorter due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Calgary to Minnesota?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Calgary to Minnesota. The most common one-stop routings connect through Minneapolis–Saint Paul or Denver on airlines like WestJet, Delta or United. Total travel time typically ranges from 5 to 8 hours depending on the layover."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Calgary to Minnesota?",
        "answer": "From Calgary to Minnesota you can fly non-stop on Delta to Minneapolis, or connect via hubs like Denver on United or Seattle on Alaska."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Calgary to Minnesota?",
        "answer": "The cheapest flights from Calgary to Minnesota are typically in late winter and early spring, especially January through March. For the best fares, book about one to two months ahead and fly midweek on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, avoiding peak holiday periods like Christmas and summer school breaks."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Calgary to Minnesota?",
        "answer": "Book flights from Calgary to Minnesota about 4–8 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, but aim for 8–12 weeks if traveling during winter holidays or school breaks when demand to this northern region peaks."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Minnesota and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Minnesota, the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul draw visitors for urban attractions, Mall of America, and cultural sites, best served by Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport. Duluth and the North Shore offer outdoor adventure on Lake Superior, accessible via Duluth International Airport. Rochester is known for the Mayo Clinic, with its own Rochester International Airport. The Brainerd Lakes area is popular for summer cabins and fishing, served by Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport. Most travellers fly into Minneapolis-Saint Paul as the primary hub, but regional airports save driving time if your focus is outside the metro area."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Calgary to Minnesota?",
        "answer": "Calgary is in Canada and Minnesota is in the United States, so this is international travel. As a U.S. citizen, you need a valid U.S. passport to re-enter the country; no visa is required for U.S. citizens returning home."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Minnesota are best to fly into from Calgary?",
        "answer": "From Calgary to Minnesota, Minneapolis-Saint Paul International is the most practical choice, offering the only nonstop flights and serving as the hub for the Twin Cities and beyond. For the Boundary Waters or North Shore, Duluth International is an alternative, though it requires a connection and a drive from MSP may be simpler."
      }
    }
  }
}