{
  "response": {
    "Key": "PDX-USAZ",
    "orig": {
      "code": "PDX",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Portland",
      "fullCity": "Portland, Oregon",
      "airport": "Portland Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "USAZ",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Arizona",
      "fullRegion": "Arizona, United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Arizona can I fly to directly or with one stop from Portland?",
        "answer": "From Portland you can fly non-stop to Phoenix Sky Harbor, which serves most of the state. One-stop flights to Tucson or Flagstaff typically connect through Phoenix, Denver, or Salt Lake City. Choose Phoenix for central Arizona, Tucson for the south, and Flagstaff for the Grand Canyon area."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Portland to Arizona?",
        "answer": "Non-stop flights from Portland to Phoenix typically take around 2 hours 40 minutes, while direct flights to Tucson are slightly longer at about 3 hours. One-stop itineraries to smaller Arizona airports like Flagstaff or Yuma usually range from 4 to 6 hours depending on the layover. Eastbound flights are generally a few minutes shorter due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Portland to Arizona?",
        "answer": "Yes. Alaska and Southwest offer non-stop flights from Portland to Phoenix. American also serves Phoenix non-stop. For Tucson you will typically connect through Phoenix, Denver or Las Vegas, with total travel times usually between 4 and 6 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Portland to Arizona?",
        "answer": "Alaska and Southwest offer non-stops from Portland to Phoenix; American and Delta connect via their hubs. United also serves via Denver or San Francisco."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland to Arizona?",
        "answer": "The cheapest flights from Portland to Arizona are typically found in late summer and early fall, especially August and September. For the best fares, book one to three months ahead and fly on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, avoiding peak holiday periods and school vacations."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Portland to Arizona?",
        "answer": "Book flights from Portland to Arizona 4 to 8 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, though for peak winter sun and spring break travel aim for 8 to 12 weeks out, while in summer or fall you can often book 3 to 6 weeks prior."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Arizona and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "Arizona's top draws are Phoenix for resorts and golf, Tucson for desert scenery and culture, Sedona for red rocks and the Grand Canyon for natural wonder. Fly into Phoenix Sky Harbor for Phoenix or Sedona, Tucson International for Tucson and Flagstaff Pulliam for the Grand Canyon."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Arizona are best to fly into from Portland?",
        "answer": "From Portland to Arizona, Phoenix Sky Harbor is the primary gateway with the most flights and best access to the Phoenix metro area and spring training. If you are heading to the Grand Canyon, Flagstaff Pulliam Airport is closer but has fewer flights. Tucson is a good option for southern Arizona, while Mesa Gateway can be a low-cost alternative to Sky Harbor."
      }
    }
  }
}