{
  "response": {
    "Key": "AUS-CAAB",
    "orig": {
      "code": "AUS",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Austin",
      "fullCity": "Austin, Texas",
      "airport": "Bergstrom Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "CAAB",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Alberta",
      "fullRegion": "Alberta, Canada"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Alberta can I fly to directly or with one stop from Austin?",
        "answer": "From Austin there are no non-stop flights to Alberta. Most itineraries involve one stop, typically through Denver, Dallas, or Houston. The primary gateways are Calgary for the Rockies and Banff, and Edmonton for the north and Jasper. Choose Calgary for mountain access or Edmonton for northern Alberta destinations."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Austin to Alberta?",
        "answer": "From Austin to Alberta, non‑stop flights are rare, so most trips connect in hubs like Dallas or Denver, taking about 5½ to 7 hours total to Calgary or Edmonton. One‑stop itineraries vary by routing, and eastbound returns are often slightly shorter due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Austin to Alberta?",
        "answer": "There are no year-round non-stop flights from Austin to Alberta. During summer you may find seasonal non-stops to Calgary on WestJet. Otherwise, typical one-stop routings go via Denver, Dallas, or Houston on United, American, or Southwest, with total travel times around 6 to 8 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Austin to Alberta?",
        "answer": "Austin to Alberta has no non-stops. Connect via United (Denver/Houston), American (Dallas), Delta (Minneapolis), or Air Canada (Toronto)."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Austin to Alberta?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Austin to Alberta are typically January, February, and November, excluding holiday weeks. For the lowest fares, book at least three to four weeks ahead, fly midweek like Tuesday or Wednesday, and choose early-morning or late-night departures."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Austin to Alberta?",
        "answer": "For flights from Austin to Alberta, book 6 to 10 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, especially for winter ski season and school breaks, while shoulder months like May or September can often be booked 3 to 6 weeks out."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Alberta and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Alberta, travellers visit Calgary for Stampede and city life, Banff for mountain scenery and skiing and Edmonton for festivals and West Edmonton Mall. Fly into Calgary for the Rockies, Banff and Calgary itself. Edmonton is better if you focus on the north or Jasper."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Austin to Alberta?",
        "answer": "U.S. citizens need a valid passport to fly from Austin to Alberta. For tourist stays, no visa is required, but your passport should be valid for the duration of your visit."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Alberta are best to fly into from Austin?",
        "answer": "From Austin, Calgary International has the most flights and is the best gateway for Banff and the Rockies, while Edmonton International is a strong alternative for northern Alberta and Jasper. Both airports work well for road trips, but Calgary puts you closer to the major mountain resorts."
      }
    }
  }
}