{
  "response": {
    "Key": "RIC-MXROO",
    "orig": {
      "code": "RIC",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Richmond",
      "fullCity": "Richmond, Virginia",
      "airport": "Richmond Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "MXROO",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Quintana Roo",
      "fullRegion": "Quintana Roo, Mexico"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Quintana Roo can I fly to directly or with one stop from Richmond?",
        "answer": "From Richmond you can fly to Cancun, the main airport for Quintana Roo, usually with one stop via hubs like Atlanta, Charlotte or Miami. Cancun serves the Riviera Maya and Cancun itself, while Cozumel is reachable by connecting in Cancun or other hubs. Choose Cancun for most beach resorts and excursions."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Richmond to Quintana Roo?",
        "answer": "From Richmond to Quintana Roo, there are no non-stop flights. A one-stop itinerary to Cancún typically takes 5½ to 7½ hours, depending on the layover city and connection time. Return flights are often slightly shorter due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Richmond to Quintana Roo?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Richmond to Quintana Roo. The most common one-stop routings connect through Atlanta, Charlotte, or Dallas/Fort Worth on airlines like Delta, American, or Southwest. Flights land at Cancún International Airport and total travel time is typically between 5 and 8 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Richmond to Quintana Roo?",
        "answer": "No non-stops from Richmond to Quintana Roo. American, Delta, United, and Southwest offer one-stop flights via hubs like Dallas, Atlanta, or Houston."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond to Quintana Roo?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Richmond to Quintana Roo is typically during the late spring and fall shoulder seasons, especially May and September through early November, avoiding peak winter and summer holidays. For the best fares, book at least two to three months ahead, fly on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, and choose early morning or red-eye departures, as weekends and school vacation periods like Christmas, New Year's, and spring break drive prices higher."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Richmond to Quintana Roo?",
        "answer": "For flights from Richmond to Quintana Roo, book 8 to 12 weeks ahead for winter and school breaks, but you can wait until 3 to 6 weeks before for shoulder seasons like late spring or fall."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Quintana Roo and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Quintana Roo, Cancún draws visitors for resorts and nightlife, the Riviera Maya for beaches and ruins, Tulum for bohemian vibes and cenotes, and Cozumel for diving. Fly into Cancún International for Cancún, Riviera Maya and Tulum, or into Cozumel International if your primary focus is the island."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Richmond to Quintana Roo?",
        "answer": "U.S. citizens traveling from Richmond to Quintana Roo need a valid passport to enter Mexico. No visa is required for tourist stays under 180 days, but your passport should be valid for the duration of your trip. You will receive a tourist card upon arrival, which you must keep and present when departing."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Quintana Roo are best to fly into from Richmond?",
        "answer": "Cancún International Airport is the primary gateway from Richmond, with the most connecting flights via hubs like Atlanta or Charlotte. It serves the Hotel Zone and Riviera Maya resorts directly. The new Tulum airport offers limited service but is closer to southern beach towns and archaeological sites. Cozumel has a smaller airport reachable via Cancún connections, best for dive-focused trips."
      }
    }
  }
}