{
  "response": {
    "Key": "US-ET",
    "orig": {
      "code": "US",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "United States"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "ET",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "Ethiopia"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in United States can I fly from to reach Ethiopia?",
        "answer": "Direct flights from the US to Ethiopia depart from Washington Dulles, Chicago O'Hare, and Newark with Ethiopian Airlines to Addis Ababa. Other major cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Atlanta offer one-stop connections via European hubs such as London, Frankfurt, or Istanbul. Travellers often choose Washington Dulles for the most frequent non-stop service, while one-stop routes can be cheaper or more convenient depending on your departure city."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Which airports in Ethiopia are the best to fly into from United States?",
        "answer": "The primary gateway from the United States to Ethiopia is Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, which serves as the main hub for Ethiopian Airlines and offers extensive domestic and regional connections. There are no nonstop flights from the US, so travellers typically transit via European or Middle Eastern hubs. Addis Ababa provides easy onward flights to other Ethiopian cities like Dire Dawa, Bahir Dar, and Mekele, as well as to many African destinations."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from United States to Ethiopia?",
        "answer": "From Washington Dulles, Ethiopian Airlines operates non-stop flights to Addis Ababa taking about 12 to 13 hours eastbound and roughly 14 hours westbound. From New York JFK, one-stop itineraries via European or Middle Eastern hubs typically range from 15 to 18 hours total."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from United States to Ethiopia?",
        "answer": "Ethiopian Airlines operates non-stop flights from Washington Dulles to Addis Ababa. From other U.S. cities, common one-stop routings go through Washington Dulles, European hubs like Frankfurt or London, or Middle Eastern hubs such as Dubai, with total travel times ranging from 16 to 22 hours."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "Which airports in United States are usually cheapest for flying to Ethiopia?",
        "answer": "Washington Dulles and Chicago O'Hare tend to be the most affordable US departure points for Ethiopia thanks to direct Ethiopian Airlines flights and strong competition. New York JFK also has good connectivity. Travellers from smaller US cities usually need a domestic connection to one of these hubs, which can increase the total fare but still offers reasonable overall pricing."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from United States to Ethiopia?",
        "answer": "Ethiopian Airlines (Star Alliance) flies nonstop from the U.S. to Addis Ababa. One-stop options include Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from United States to Ethiopia?",
        "answer": "For flights from the United States to Ethiopia, aim to book 8 to 12 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, though you should book even earlier—at least 4 to 6 months out—if traveling during peak seasons like the December holidays, Ethiopian Christmas (Genna) in January, or Timkat in January."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Do I need a visa to travel from United States to Ethiopia?",
        "answer": "U.S. citizens need a visa to enter Ethiopia, which can be obtained as an e-visa online or a visa on arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Requirements vary by nationality and purpose of travel, so confirm current rules with Ethiopian authorities before departure."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "How easy is it to travel within Ethiopia after I arrive?",
        "answer": "Ethiopian Airlines runs an extensive domestic network from Addis Ababa, connecting major towns like Lalibela, Gondar, Bahir Dar, Mekele, and Jinka. Flights are frequent but can be delayed. Arriving in Addis Ababa is almost essential, as it is the main hub for domestic flights and long-distance buses. Buses are cheaper but slower on often rough roads. A limited train service links Addis to Dire Dawa, but flights are the most practical for tourists with limited time."
      }
    }
  }
}