{
  "response": {
    "Key": "SNA-CABC",
    "orig": {
      "code": "SNA",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Santa Ana",
      "fullCity": "Santa Ana, California",
      "airport": "John Wayne Orange County Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "CABC",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "British Columbia",
      "fullRegion": "British Columbia, Canada"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in British Columbia can I fly to directly or with one stop from Santa Ana?",
        "answer": "From Santa Ana you can fly non-stop to Vancouver, the main gateway for British Columbia. One-stop options via Seattle, Calgary, or Denver can reach Victoria, Kelowna, or smaller airports. Choose Vancouver for city and coastal areas, Victoria for the island, or Kelowna for the Okanagan Valley."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Santa Ana to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "Non-stop flights from Santa Ana to Vancouver take about 3 hours. Most itineraries to other British Columbia cities like Victoria or Kelowna require a connection, typically in Seattle or Vancouver, leading to total travel times of 4½ to 6 hours."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Santa Ana to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "No. There are no non-stop flights from Santa Ana to any airport in British Columbia. The most common one-stop routings connect through Vancouver, Seattle, or San Francisco on airlines like Alaska Airlines or Air Canada, with total travel times typically ranging from 5 to 8 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Santa Ana to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "From Santa Ana to British Columbia, WestJet and Air Canada offer non-stops, while Alaska, United, and American connect via hubs like Seattle or Vancouver."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Ana to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Santa Ana (SNA) to British Columbia are typically January, February, and September, with midweek flights, especially Tuesdays and Wednesdays, offering lower fares. Booking 2-4 months in advance is ideal, while avoiding peak summer, Christmas, and spring break periods helps secure better prices."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Santa Ana to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "Book flights from Santa Ana to British Columbia 8 to 12 weeks ahead for the best balance of availability and price, but aim for 12 to 16 weeks if traveling during winter holidays or school breaks when demand spikes."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in British Columbia and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In British Columbia, Vancouver draws visitors for urban culture and nearby nature, Victoria for historic charm and gardens, Whistler for skiing and mountain biking and the Okanagan for wineries and lakes. Fly into Vancouver International for Vancouver, Whistler or connecting flights to Victoria or Kelowna. Victoria International suits those heading straight to the island, while Kelowna International works best for Okanagan trips."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Santa Ana to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "U.S. citizens traveling from Santa Ana to British Columbia 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 stay."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in British Columbia are best to fly into from Santa Ana?",
        "answer": "From Santa Ana, Vancouver International gets the most flights and is the best hub for exploring the city, Whistler and Vancouver Island. Victoria is convenient for the capital region and the island's southern Gulf Islands. Kelowna serves the Okanagan wine region and ski resorts. For road trips, Vancouver offers the widest car rental options and ferry connections."
      }
    }
  }
}