{
  "response": {
    "Key": "YVR-USMD",
    "orig": {
      "code": "YVR",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Vancouver",
      "fullCity": "Vancouver, British Columbia",
      "airport": "Vancouver Intl Airport"
    },
    "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 Vancouver?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Vancouver to Maryland. The most practical airport is Baltimore/Washington International (BWI), reachable with one stop through hubs like Toronto, Denver, or Chicago. Reagan National (DCA) and Dulles (IAD) near Washington, D.C., are also options, but BWI is typically best for Baltimore and central Maryland."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Vancouver to Maryland?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Vancouver to Maryland. The most common route is a one-stop connection to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), typically taking 7 to 8 hours total. Flights to other Maryland airports, such as Salisbury, usually involve two stops and can take 10 hours or more."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Vancouver to Maryland?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Vancouver to any airport in Maryland. The most common one-stop routings connect through major hubs such as Toronto, Chicago, or Denver. Total travel times typically range from 8 to 11 hours depending on the layover."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Vancouver to Maryland?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Vancouver to Maryland is typically during the shoulder seasons of late spring (April to early June) and early fall (September to October). For the best deals, book about 2 to 3 months in advance and consider flying midweek (Tuesdays and Wednesdays) on early morning or late evening flights, while avoiding peak holiday periods like Christmas and summer school vacations."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Vancouver to Maryland?",
        "answer": "Book flights from Vancouver to Maryland 4 to 8 weeks in advance for the best balance of price and availability, though for winter holidays and school breaks you should book 10 to 12 weeks ahead, while in shoulder seasons like late spring or early fall you can often find good fares 2 to 3 weeks out."
      },
      "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 the Inner Harbor and museums, Annapolis for sailing and history, and Ocean City for beaches. Fly into Baltimore/Washington International for Baltimore and Annapolis, or Salisbury Regional for Ocean City, though BWI offers more flight options from Vancouver."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Vancouver to Maryland?",
        "answer": "As a U.S. citizen flying from Vancouver to Maryland, you must present a valid U.S. passport to re-enter the United States. No visa is required for U.S. citizens, but your passport should be valid on the day of entry."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Maryland are best to fly into from Vancouver?",
        "answer": "From Vancouver to Maryland, Baltimore/Washington International has the most one-stop connections and is central for Baltimore, Annapolis, and road trips to the Eastern Shore or D.C. Reagan National and Dulles serve the Washington area via connections but are in Virginia. Salisbury is a small regional option for the coast."
      }
    }
  }
}