{
  "response": {
    "Key": "STX-USMD",
    "orig": {
      "code": "STX",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Saint Croix",
      "fullCity": "Saint Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands",
      "airport": "Henry E. Rohlsen"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "USMD",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Maryland",
      "fullRegion": "Maryland, United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Maryland can I fly to directly or with one stop from Saint Croix?",
        "answer": "From Saint Croix you can fly to Baltimore/Washington International or Washington Dulles, typically with one stop in San Juan, Miami or Atlanta. No non-stops exist. Baltimore is closest for central Maryland and the Chesapeake, while Dulles serves the Washington D.C. suburbs, but both are within driving distance of much of the state."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Saint Croix to Maryland?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Saint Croix to Maryland, so you'll typically connect through a hub like Miami, Charlotte, or San Juan. Total travel time to Baltimore or Washington D.C. area airports usually ranges from 7 to 10 hours depending on layover length. Westbound flights may be slightly shorter due to prevailing winds, but the difference is minor."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Saint Croix to Maryland?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Saint Croix to Maryland. You will need to connect through a hub such as Miami, Atlanta or Charlotte. Total travel time typically ranges from 7 to 9 hours, with the layover and routing depending on the airline and schedule."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Saint Croix to Maryland?",
        "answer": "No non-stops from Saint Croix to Maryland. Connect via hubs like Miami with American, Atlanta with Delta, or Charlotte with American."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Saint Croix to Maryland?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Saint Croix to Maryland is typically during the late summer and fall (August to October), excluding holiday weeks. For the lowest fares, book at least 3 to 4 weeks in advance, fly on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, and choose early morning or late evening flights to avoid peak pricing around major holidays and spring break."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Saint Croix to Maryland?",
        "answer": "For flights from Saint Croix to Maryland, book 6 to 10 weeks ahead for winter and spring break travel, but you can often wait until 3 to 6 weeks for shoulder season months like May and September."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Maryland and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Maryland, Baltimore draws visitors for its Inner Harbor and museums, Annapolis for sailing and history and the Eastern Shore for beaches and seafood. Fly into Baltimore/Washington International for Baltimore and Annapolis, or Salisbury Regional for the Eastern Shore. Washington Dulles also serves the DC suburbs."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Maryland are best to fly into from Saint Croix?",
        "answer": "From Saint Croix, Baltimore/Washington International is the primary gateway to Maryland with the most flight options, serving Baltimore and the surrounding region. For direct access to Washington, D.C., Ronald Reagan Washington National is a convenient alternative, though it's across the Potomac in Virginia. Salisbury Regional Airport serves the Eastern Shore and Ocean City beach resorts but offers limited connections."
      }
    }
  }
}