{
  "response": {
    "Key": "TAO-KR",
    "orig": {
      "code": "TAO",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Qingdao",
      "fullCity": "Qingdao, China",
      "airport": "Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "KR",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "Korea"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Korea can I fly to from Qingdao?",
        "answer": "From Qingdao you can fly non-stop to Seoul Incheon with several airlines, and to Busan on a limited schedule. One-stop connections via Seoul or Shanghai reach Jeju, Daegu and other cities. Seoul is the main entry point for culture and business, while Busan and Jeju attract beach and nature visitors."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Qingdao to Korea?",
        "answer": "From Qingdao to Seoul, non-stop flights take about 1 hour and 15 minutes eastbound, with westbound returns slightly longer at around 1 hour and 30 minutes. One-stop journeys to cities like Busan or Jeju typically range from 3 to 5 hours, depending on the connection."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Qingdao to Korea?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are direct flights from Qingdao to Korea. Multiple airlines operate non-stop routes to Seoul Incheon, including Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, Shandong Airlines and China Eastern. Flight time is about 1 hour 30 minutes. Non-stop flights to other Korean cities like Busan are less common, but Seoul offers extensive connections."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Qingdao to Korea?",
        "answer": "From Qingdao to Korea, Korean Air and Asiana offer non-stops. China Eastern and Air China provide one-stop options via their hubs."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular cities to visit in Korea?",
        "answer": "In Korea, Seoul is the main hub with palaces and shopping, while Busan offers beaches and seafood. Gyeongju is the historic capital and Jeju Island is a popular volcanic getaway. Most are reachable by high-speed train or short domestic flights."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a visa to travel from Qingdao to Korea?",
        "answer": "U.S. citizens visiting Korea for short tourist stays generally do not need a visa and can enter under the visa waiver program, but must obtain a K-ETA electronic travel authorization before departure. Entry rules can change, so verify the latest K-ETA requirements and passport validity rules prior to travel."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Korea are best to fly into from Qingdao?",
        "answer": "From Qingdao to Korea, Incheon International Airport near Seoul is the primary gateway, offering the most frequent flights and excellent high-speed train connections nationwide. Gimhae International Airport in Busan is a solid alternative for those heading to the southern coast and resort areas like Haeundae Beach. Jeju International Airport serves the popular vacation island directly, often via a short connection from Seoul or Busan."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "When is the best time of year to visit Korea?",
        "answer": "For Korea, mid-March to May and September to early November offer mild weather and lighter crowds. Summer is hot, humid and expensive, especially in Seoul and Busan."
      }
    }
  }
}