{
  "response": {
    "Key": "YYC-USCA",
    "orig": {
      "code": "YYC",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Calgary",
      "fullCity": "Calgary, Alberta",
      "airport": "Calgary Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "USCA",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "California",
      "fullRegion": "California, United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in California can I fly to directly or with one stop from Calgary?",
        "answer": "From Calgary you can fly non-stop to Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Palm Springs. One-stop options via hubs like Denver or Salt Lake City connect you to San Diego, Sacramento, and Oakland. Choose Los Angeles for Hollywood and beaches, San Francisco for the Bay Area, or Palm Springs for desert resorts."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Calgary to California?",
        "answer": "Non-stop flights from Calgary to Los Angeles or San Francisco usually take around 3 hours, while one-stop trips to San Diego or Sacramento often run 5 to 7 hours total. Eastbound return flights can be slightly shorter due to tailwinds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Calgary to California?",
        "answer": "Yes. Non-stop flights from Calgary to California are available. WestJet and Air Canada serve Los Angeles and San Francisco year-round, with seasonal service to Palm Springs and San Diego. Flight time to Los Angeles is about 3 hours 15 minutes. For other California cities, common one-stop connections through Vancouver or Seattle take around 5 to 7 hours total."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Calgary to California?",
        "answer": "WestJet and Air Canada serve Calgary to California non-stop. One-stop options include United via Denver and Delta via Salt Lake City."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Calgary to California?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Calgary to California are typically January and February, outside of holiday peaks. For the best fares, book at least three weeks ahead, fly midweek, and choose early morning or late evening departures, while avoiding summer, Christmas, and spring break periods."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Calgary to California?",
        "answer": "For flights from Calgary to California, book 6 to 10 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, especially for winter getaways and school breaks, while shoulder seasons may allow booking 3 to 5 weeks out."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in California and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In California, popular areas include Los Angeles for entertainment and beaches, San Francisco for landmarks and tech, San Diego for zoos and coastal charm, and the Napa/Sonoma wine region. Fly into LAX for Los Angeles, SFO for San Francisco and Napa, and SAN for San Diego."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Calgary to California?",
        "answer": "As a U.S. citizen, you need a valid U.S. passport to re-enter the United States from Calgary. No visa is required for entry into California or any other U.S. state."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in California are best to fly into from Calgary?",
        "answer": "From Calgary, Los Angeles offers the most flights and is a great base for Southern California beaches and theme parks. San Francisco is ideal for the Bay Area and wine country, while San Diego works well for coastal resorts and a relaxed vibe. Sacramento or Oakland can be good alternatives for northern California road trips."
      }
    }
  }
}