{
  "response": {
    "Key": "SAN-CAAB",
    "orig": {
      "code": "SAN",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San Diego",
      "fullCity": "San Diego, California",
      "airport": "San Diego 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 San Diego?",
        "answer": "From San Diego you can reach Calgary and Edmonton, the main Alberta airports, usually with one stop in hubs like Seattle, Denver or Vancouver. Calgary is best for the Rockies and Banff, while Edmonton serves the north and Jasper. Non-stops are rare but may be offered seasonally."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from San Diego to Alberta?",
        "answer": "Non-stop flights from San Diego to Calgary usually take around 3 hours and 15 minutes, while Edmonton flights often take about 3 hours and 30 minutes. One-stop itineraries to either city or to other Alberta airports typically range from 5 to 8 hours, with eastbound flights sometimes slightly shorter due to tailwinds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from San Diego to Alberta?",
        "answer": "Non-stop flights from San Diego to Alberta are limited. You may find seasonal non-stops to Calgary on low-cost carriers. Otherwise, common one-stop routings go through Denver, Seattle or Vancouver, with total travel times typically ranging from 5 to 8 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from San Diego to Alberta?",
        "answer": "From San Diego to Alberta you can fly WestJet non-stop, or connect on Air Canada, United, Alaska or Delta via hubs like Vancouver or Calgary."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Alberta?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Alberta is typically during the winter months of January and February, excluding holiday periods. Booking 2-3 months in advance and flying midweek on Tuesday or Wednesday, especially on red-eye or early morning departures, often yields lower fares. Peak summer months and school vacations see higher prices."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from San Diego to Alberta?",
        "answer": "Book flights from San Diego to Alberta 6 to 10 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, especially for winter ski season and school breaks, though shoulder months like May or September can sometimes be booked 3 to 5 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 head to Banff and Lake Louise for mountain scenery, Jasper for wilderness, Calgary for events and cowboy culture and Edmonton for festivals and West Edmonton Mall. Fly into Calgary International for Banff and Calgary or Edmonton International for Jasper and Edmonton."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from San Diego to Alberta?",
        "answer": "U.S. citizens flying from San Diego to Alberta need a valid passport to enter Canada. For short tourist visits you do not need a visa, but your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Alberta are best to fly into from San Diego?",
        "answer": "From San Diego, Calgary is the main international gateway with the most flights and is ideal for Banff, Lake Louise, and the Canadian Rockies. Edmonton is a good alternative for the northern part of the province and Jasper. For southern Alberta, consider flying into Calgary and driving, as smaller airports have limited direct connections."
      }
    }
  }
}