{
  "response": {
    "Key": "SAN-USIL",
    "orig": {
      "code": "SAN",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San Diego",
      "fullCity": "San Diego, California",
      "airport": "San Diego Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "USIL",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Illinois",
      "fullRegion": "Illinois, United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Illinois can I fly to directly or with one stop from San Diego?",
        "answer": "From San Diego you can fly non-stop to Chicago O'Hare and Chicago Midway, which serve the greater Chicago area and are the main entry points to Illinois. One-stop options through hubs like Denver, Dallas or Phoenix connect you to regional airports such as Springfield, Peoria or Moline, though these are less frequent. Choose O'Hare for northern Illinois and international connections, Midway for proximity to downtown Chicago, and regional airports if your destination is central or southern Illinois."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from San Diego to Illinois?",
        "answer": "From San Diego to Chicago, non-stop flights take about 4 to 4½ hours. One-stop flights to other Illinois cities like Springfield or Peoria typically range from 5½ to 7 hours total, including layover time. Eastbound flights are often slightly shorter due to prevailing tailwinds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from San Diego to Illinois?",
        "answer": "Yes. Non-stop flights are available from San Diego to Chicago O'Hare on United and American Airlines, and to Chicago Midway on Southwest. Other Illinois cities require a connection, typically through Chicago, with total travel times around 5 to 7 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from San Diego to Illinois?",
        "answer": "From San Diego to Illinois non-stop options include United and Southwest, with one-stop flights via American, Delta, or Alaska through hubs like Dallas or Phoenix."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Illinois?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from San Diego to Illinois are typically January, February, and September, with midweek flights on Tuesdays and Wednesdays offering lower fares. Booking 1–3 months in advance helps secure better prices, while peak holiday periods and school vacations tend to be more expensive."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from San Diego to Illinois?",
        "answer": "Book flights from San Diego to Illinois 3 to 7 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, though for winter holidays and spring break aim for 8 to 12 weeks out due to higher demand."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Illinois and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Illinois, Chicago draws visitors for architecture, museums and dining, served by O'Hare and Midway. Springfield offers Lincoln history via Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, and Galena charms with historic sites, best reached by flying into Chicago and driving."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Illinois are best to fly into from San Diego?",
        "answer": "From San Diego, Chicago O'Hare is the top choice for the most flights and easy access to the whole state, while Chicago Midway offers a smaller, closer-in alternative for the city. If your trip focuses on central or southern Illinois, consider flying into St. Louis and driving across the Mississippi, or use smaller airports like Peoria or Bloomington via a connection."
      }
    }
  }
}