{
  "response": {
    "Key": "HKG-KR",
    "orig": {
      "code": "HKG",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Hong Kong",
      "fullCity": "Hong Kong, Hong Kong",
      "airport": "Hong Kong Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "KR",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "Korea"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Korea can I fly to from Hong Kong?",
        "answer": "From Hong Kong you can fly non-stop to Seoul Incheon with several airlines. Seoul is the main gateway for business and culture. You can also fly non-stop to Busan for beaches and coastal scenery. Jeju Island is reachable with a connection in Seoul or Busan."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Hong Kong to Korea?",
        "answer": "From Hong Kong to Seoul, non-stop flights take about 3 hours 30 minutes, with similar durations in both directions. One-stop journeys to other Korean cities like Busan typically extend travel time to 6–8 hours, depending on the layover."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Hong Kong to Korea?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are direct flights from Hong Kong to Korea. Multiple airlines operate non-stop services to Seoul (Incheon) daily, with a flight time of about 3½ hours. Some carriers also serve Busan non-stop, though less frequently. If you prefer a different city, one-stop connections via Seoul are common."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Hong Kong to Korea?",
        "answer": "From Hong Kong to Korea you can fly nonstop on Cathay Pacific, Korean Air, Asiana, HK Express, Jeju Air, T'way, Air Seoul or Jin Air. One-stop options include China Eastern via Shanghai."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Hong Kong to Korea?",
        "answer": "Flights from Hong Kong to Korea are generally cheapest during the shoulder months of spring and fall, outside of major holidays, while peak summer and holiday periods like Chinese New Year and Chuseok tend to be the most expensive. Midweek departures, especially on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and flights in the early morning or late evening typically offer better value. Booking about four to eight weeks ahead usually yields the best fares on this route.",
        "methodology": "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."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular cities to visit in Korea?",
        "answer": "Seoul is the primary gateway, blending palaces and K-pop culture. Busan offers beaches and seafood, while Gyeongju showcases ancient history. The island of Jeju is a short flight away for volcanic landscapes and coastal walks."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a visa to travel from Hong Kong to Korea?",
        "answer": "U.S. citizens visiting Korea for short tourism typically do not need a visa and can enter under the visa waiver program, but you must obtain a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) before departure. Rules can change, so verify current K-ETA requirements with the Korean embassy or official sources before your trip."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Korea are best to fly into from Hong Kong?",
        "answer": "From Hong Kong to Korea, Incheon International Airport near Seoul is the primary gateway with the most frequent flights and excellent high-speed train connections across the country. Gimpo International Airport in Seoul handles some regional routes and is closer to the city center. For southern beach resorts, Gimhae International Airport in Busan is a convenient alternative, while Jeju International Airport serves the popular holiday island directly."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "When is the best time of year to visit Korea?",
        "answer": "Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are ideal for Korea, with mild weather and fewer crowds than summer. Cherry blossoms peak in April, while autumn foliage is stunning in October."
      }
    }
  }
}