{
  "response": {
    "Key": "BWI-USCA",
    "orig": {
      "code": "BWI",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Baltimore",
      "fullCity": "Baltimore, Maryland",
      "airport": "Thurgood Marshall Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "USCA",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "California",
      "fullRegion": "California, United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in California can I fly to directly or with one stop from Baltimore?",
        "answer": "From Baltimore you can fly non-stop to Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Oakland. One-stop options via hubs like Denver, Dallas, or Phoenix serve smaller California airports such as Sacramento or Palm Springs. Choose San Francisco for Northern California, Los Angeles for Southern California attractions, or San Diego for beaches and the border region."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Baltimore to California?",
        "answer": "Non-stop flights from Baltimore to Los Angeles or San Francisco typically take 5½ to 6 hours, while one-stop itineraries to other California airports like San Diego or Sacramento often run 7½ to 9 hours. Westbound flights are usually slightly longer than eastbound returns due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Baltimore to California?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are non-stop flights from Baltimore to several California cities. Southwest Airlines offers non-stop service to Los Angeles (LAX), San Diego (SAN), Oakland (OAK), and San Jose (SJC), while Spirit Airlines flies to Los Angeles and San Diego. Flight times are approximately 5 to 6 hours westbound and slightly less eastbound."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Baltimore to California?",
        "answer": "From BWI, Southwest flies nonstop to California. One-stop options include American via Dallas or Charlotte, and Delta via Atlanta."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Baltimore to California?",
        "answer": "The cheapest flights from Baltimore to California are typically in late winter and early spring, especially January through March, excluding spring break. For the best fares, book 1 to 3 months ahead, fly on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, and choose early morning or late evening departures. Avoid peak summer months, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other school holidays when prices rise sharply."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Baltimore to California?",
        "answer": "For flights from Baltimore to California, book 4 to 8 weeks ahead for best value, but aim for 8 to 12 weeks during winter holidays and spring break when demand spikes."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in California and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In California, popular areas include Los Angeles for entertainment and beaches, San Francisco for landmarks and culture, San Diego for coastal charm and the Napa Valley for wine country. Fly into LAX for Los Angeles, SFO for San Francisco and Napa, or SAN for San Diego. Your airport choice depends on which region you plan to explore."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in California are best to fly into from Baltimore?",
        "answer": "From Baltimore, Los Angeles International offers the most flights and is ideal for Southern California beaches and Hollywood. San Francisco is best for the Bay Area and wine country, while San Diego suits coastal getaways and the zoo. For road trips, consider flying into one and out of another, or use smaller airports like Oakland or San Jose for cheaper or closer access."
      }
    }
  }
}