{
  "response": {
    "Key": "YOW-CAAB",
    "orig": {
      "code": "YOW",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Ottawa",
      "fullCity": "Ottawa, Ontario",
      "airport": "Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "CAAB",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Alberta",
      "fullRegion": "Alberta, Canada"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Alberta can I fly to directly or with one stop from Ottawa?",
        "answer": "From Ottawa you can fly directly to Calgary, the main gateway for the Rockies and southern Alberta. There are no non-stops to Edmonton, but you can connect through Toronto, Calgary, or Vancouver. If heading to Banff or Lake Louise, Calgary is closest. Edmonton suits travel to Jasper or the north."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Ottawa to Alberta?",
        "answer": "Non-stop flights from Ottawa to Calgary or Edmonton are rare, so most trips involve at least one connection, usually in Toronto or Vancouver. Typical total travel time is 6 to 8 hours, with westbound flights often slightly longer due to headwinds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Ottawa to Alberta?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Ottawa to Alberta. The most common one-stop routings connect through Toronto, Calgary, or Vancouver, with airlines like Air Canada and WestJet. Total travel time typically ranges from 6 to 9 hours depending on the layover."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Ottawa to Alberta?",
        "answer": "From Ottawa to Alberta, WestJet and Flair offer non-stops, while Air Canada connects through Toronto or Montreal."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Alberta?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Alberta is typically during the late winter or early spring months such as February and March, outside of school breaks. Booking at least two to three months ahead and choosing midweek flights, especially Tuesdays, often yields lower fares, while peak summer and holiday periods like Christmas and March Break are more expensive. Early morning or late evening departures can also help reduce costs."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Ottawa to Alberta?",
        "answer": "Book flights from Ottawa to Alberta 8 to 12 weeks ahead for winter ski season and school breaks, while spring and fall trips can often be booked 3 to 6 weeks in advance."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Alberta and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Alberta, Calgary serves as the gateway to the Rockies and the Stampede, while Edmonton offers festivals and West Edmonton Mall. The mountain towns of Banff and Jasper draw outdoor enthusiasts. Fly into Calgary for Banff or southern attractions, Edmonton for Jasper or northern Alberta."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Alberta are best to fly into from Ottawa?",
        "answer": "From Ottawa, Calgary International and Edmonton International are the main gateways to Alberta. Calgary has more flights and is best for Banff, the Rockies, and southern road trips. Edmonton is better for Jasper, the north, and often has slightly lower fares. Both offer connections to smaller cities like Fort McMurray if needed."
      }
    }
  }
}