{
  "response": {
    "Key": "SJC-CAON",
    "orig": {
      "code": "SJC",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San Jose",
      "fullCity": "San Jose, California",
      "airport": "Mineta Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "CAON",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Ontario",
      "fullRegion": "Ontario, Canada"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Ontario can I fly to directly or with one stop from San Jose?",
        "answer": "From San Jose you can fly non-stop to Toronto Pearson on Air Canada. For Ottawa, London, Thunder Bay or other Ontario cities, one-stop connections are available through Toronto, Vancouver or U.S. hubs like Denver. Choose Toronto for the Greater Toronto Area and Niagara, Ottawa for the capital, and regional airports for northern or southwestern Ontario."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from San Jose to Ontario?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from San Jose to Ontario, so most trips involve one stop and take about 6 to 8 hours to Toronto. Flying to Ottawa or other cities usually adds another hour or two, with westbound returns often slightly shorter due to tailwinds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from San Jose to Ontario?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from San Jose to any airport in Ontario. The most common one-stop routings connect through hubs like Vancouver, Toronto, or Calgary, with total travel times typically ranging from 6 to 9 hours depending on the layover."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from San Jose to Ontario?",
        "answer": "San Jose to Ontario has no non-stops; connect via Vancouver (Air Canada) or Calgary (WestJet), or use United via Denver."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Ontario?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Ontario is typically during the winter months of January and February, outside of holiday periods. For the best fares, book at least three to four weeks in advance and aim for midweek departures, especially Tuesdays and Wednesdays, as weekends and peak summer months like July and August tend to be pricier."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from San Jose to Ontario?",
        "answer": "For flights from San Jose to Ontario, book 6 to 10 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, especially if traveling during peak winter or school holidays, though shoulder seasons may allow booking 3 to 4 weeks out."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Ontario and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Ontario, Toronto draws visitors for dining and landmarks, Niagara Falls for the falls and wine country, Ottawa for Parliament Hill and the Rideau Canal and Muskoka for lakeside cottages. Fly into Toronto Pearson for Toronto or Niagara, Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier for the capital or rent a car to reach Muskoka from Pearson."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from San Jose to Ontario?",
        "answer": "U.S. citizens flying from San Jose to Ontario need a valid passport to enter Canada. For tourist stays under 180 days, no visa is required, but your passport should be valid for the duration of your visit."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Ontario are best to fly into from San Jose?",
        "answer": "From San Jose, Toronto Pearson is the main gateway to Ontario with the most flight options, often via connecting hubs. Billy Bishop Airport is convenient for downtown Toronto but limited to short-haul flights. Ottawa serves the capital region well. For road trips to northern Ontario or cottage country, consider flying into Toronto and renting a car."
      }
    }
  }
}