{
  "response": {
    "Key": "WAS-CABC",
    "orig": {
      "code": "WAS",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Washington",
      "fullCity": "Washington, United States",
      "airport": "Ronald Reagan National 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 Washington?",
        "answer": "From Washington you can fly nonstop to Vancouver, the main gateway for coastal British Columbia. For interior destinations like Kelowna or Kamloops, you will typically connect through Vancouver, Calgary, or Seattle. Victoria is also reachable with one stop, often via Vancouver or Seattle, and is ideal for Vancouver Island."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Washington to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "From Washington, D.C. to Vancouver, non-stop flights take about 5½ to 6 hours. One-stop flights to Vancouver or Victoria typically range from 7 to 10 hours depending on the layover, with return flights sometimes slightly longer due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Washington to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "Yes. From Washington's main airports you can find non-stop flights to Vancouver and Victoria. Alaska Airlines and United offer service from Seattle to Vancouver and Victoria, while Delta provides non-stops from Seattle to Vancouver. If you are flying from other Washington airports you may connect through Seattle, with total travel times typically ranging from 1.5 to 4 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Washington to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "Fly non-stop from Washington to British Columbia on Air Canada or United. One-stop options include Alaska via Seattle or WestJet via Calgary."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Washington to British Columbia are typically January, February, and October, avoiding summer peak and holiday periods. For the best deals, book one to three months ahead, fly midweek (Tuesdays or Wednesdays), and choose early morning or late evening flights when demand is lower."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Washington to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "Book flights from Washington to British Columbia about 6 to 10 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, especially for winter ski season and summer holidays, while shoulder seasons like late spring and early fall can often be booked 3 to 4 weeks out."
      },
      "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 life and outdoor access, Victoria for gardens and history, Whistler for skiing and mountain sports, and the Okanagan Valley for wine and lakes. Fly into Vancouver International for Vancouver, Whistler or connections to Victoria. For direct island access, fly into Victoria International. Kelowna International serves the Okanagan."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Washington to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "As a U.S. citizen flying from Washington to British Columbia you need a valid passport to enter Canada. No visa or electronic authorization is required for tourist visits, 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 Washington?",
        "answer": "From Washington, Vancouver International is the main gateway with the most flights and easy access to the city and nearby mountains. Victoria works well for Vancouver Island, while Kelowna serves the Okanagan wine region and Kamloops is a good starting point for interior road trips."
      }
    }
  }
}