{
  "response": {
    "Key": "CNX-KR",
    "orig": {
      "code": "CNX",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Chiang Mai",
      "fullCity": "Chiang Mai, Thailand",
      "airport": "Chiang Mai Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "KR",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "Korea"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Korea can I fly to from Chiang Mai?",
        "answer": "From Chiang Mai you can fly non-stop to Seoul Incheon, the main gateway for Korea. One-stop options via Bangkok or other Asian hubs also reach Busan and Jeju. Choose Seoul for culture and city life, Busan for coastal scenery, or Jeju for nature and relaxation."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Chiang Mai to Korea?",
        "answer": "Flights from Chiang Mai to Seoul Incheon typically take 5 to 6 hours non-stop, with similar times in both directions. If you're heading to Busan, expect a one-stop journey of 7 to 10 hours depending on the layover."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Chiang Mai to Korea?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are direct flights from Chiang Mai to Korea. You can fly non-stop to Seoul Incheon on airlines like Jeju Air and Korean Air. Flight time is about 5 hours. If you're heading to other Korean cities like Busan, you'll typically connect in Seoul or a regional hub like Bangkok, with total travel times around 8 to 12 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Chiang Mai to Korea?",
        "answer": "From Chiang Mai to Korea you can fly direct with Jeju Air, Jin Air, Korean Air, or connect via hubs with airlines like Thai Airways, Asiana, and others."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Chiang Mai to Korea?",
        "answer": "Flights from Chiang Mai to Seoul are generally cheapest during the late spring and autumn shoulder months (May–June and September–October), with midweek departures — especially Tuesdays and Wednesdays — often priced lower than weekend flights. Early-morning and late-night nonstop options on carriers like Jeju Air, Korean Air, Jin Air, and Eastar Jet tend to offer the best value, while peak summer (July–August) and major holidays such as Lunar New Year and Chuseok push fares significantly higher. Booking about two to three months ahead typically secures a better deal on this route.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. The cheapest day of the week and time of day to depart are drawn from the same large sample of real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours, grouped by the day of the week and by the time-of-day window of the outbound departure, with the lowest and average price reported for each. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price. The typical price, the lowest fare, a 'great deal' threshold, and how fares are spread across price bands are summarized from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours, with a small fraction of extreme outlier fares excluded from the range."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular cities to visit in Korea?",
        "answer": "In Korea, Seoul is the primary gateway with palaces, shopping and nightlife. Busan offers coastal scenery and beaches. Gyeongju is known for ancient history and temples, while Jeju Island is popular for nature and outdoor activities."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a visa to travel from Chiang Mai to Korea?",
        "answer": "As a U.S. citizen, you can visit South Korea for tourism without a visa for up to 90 days, but you must apply for a K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) at least 24 hours before departure. If you're traveling to North Korea, entry is heavily restricted and requires a special visa and tour arrangement. Always verify the latest rules before your trip, as policies can change."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Korea are best to fly into from Chiang Mai?",
        "answer": "From Chiang Mai to Korea, Incheon International Airport near Seoul is the primary gateway with the most flight options and excellent train links nationwide. Gimhae International Airport in Busan is a convenient alternative for exploring the southern coast and regional areas."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "When is the best time of year to visit Korea?",
        "answer": "March to May and September to November offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds in Seoul and Busan. Summer is hot, humid and busy, while winter can be very cold."
      }
    }
  }
}