{
  "response": {
    "Key": "STL-MXROO",
    "orig": {
      "code": "STL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "St. Louis",
      "fullCity": "St. Louis, Missouri",
      "airport": "Lambert 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 St. Louis?",
        "answer": "From St. Louis you can fly non-stop to Cancún, the main gateway for Quintana Roo. For Cozumel or the southern Riviera Maya near Tulum, you typically connect through Cancún or take a one-stop flight via hubs like Dallas, Houston, or Atlanta. Cancún serves the north, while Cozumel is best for the island and nearby reefs."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from St. Louis to Quintana Roo?",
        "answer": "From St. Louis to Cancún, non-stop flights are available seasonally and typically take around 3 to 3½ hours. Most flights connect through hubs like Dallas or Houston, with total travel times ranging from 5 to 7 hours, depending on layover length. Westbound return flights are often a bit shorter due to tailwinds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from St. Louis to Quintana Roo?",
        "answer": "There are no year-round non-stop flights from St. Louis to Quintana Roo. During peak travel seasons you may find seasonal non-stops to Cancún on airlines like Southwest. Otherwise, typical one-stop routings connect through Dallas, Houston or Atlanta, with total travel times around 5 to 7 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from St. Louis to Quintana Roo?",
        "answer": "From St. Louis to Quintana Roo, Southwest offers non-stop flights, while American, United and Delta provide one-stop connections via their hubs."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from St. Louis to Quintana Roo?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from St. Louis to Quintana Roo are typically September through November, with midweek flights and early morning or late evening departures often offering the best value. Avoid peak holiday periods like Christmas, New Year's, and spring break, as well as summer months when demand is higher."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from St. Louis to Quintana Roo?",
        "answer": "Book flights from St. Louis to Quintana Roo about 8 to 12 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, especially for winter and spring break travel; during shoulder seasons like late spring or fall you can often find good deals 4 to 6 weeks out."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Quintana Roo and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "Quintana Roo's top areas are Cancún for resorts and nightlife, Playa del Carmen for beaches and cenotes, Tulum for ruins and eco-chic stays, and Cozumel for diving. Fly into Cancún International for Cancún, Playa del Carmen, and Tulum. Cozumel has its own airport but flights are limited, so most visitors fly into Cancún and take a ferry."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from St. Louis to Quintana Roo?",
        "answer": "U.S. citizens need a valid passport to enter Mexico, and for Quintana Roo no tourist visa is required for stays under 180 days. You will receive a tourist card (FMM) upon arrival; ensure your passport is valid for the duration of your trip."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Quintana Roo are best to fly into from St. Louis?",
        "answer": "Cancún International Airport is the primary gateway from St. Louis, with the most flight options and direct access to the Hotel Zone and Riviera Maya resorts. Cozumel Airport serves the island directly for divers and beachgoers, while the new Tulum Airport is ideal if your stay focuses on the southern Riviera Maya or Sian Ka’an area."
      }
    }
  }
}