{
  "response": {
    "Key": "YYC-USIL",
    "orig": {
      "code": "YYC",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Calgary",
      "fullCity": "Calgary, Alberta",
      "airport": "Calgary Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "USIL",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Illinois",
      "fullRegion": "Illinois, United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Illinois can I fly to directly or with one stop from Calgary?",
        "answer": "From Calgary, you can fly non-stop to Chicago O'Hare, the main gateway for Illinois. One-stop options via hubs like Denver or Minneapolis connect to smaller airports such as Midway, Moline, or Peoria. Choose O'Hare for Chicago's north and downtown, Midway for the south side, and regional airports for central or southern Illinois destinations."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Calgary to Illinois?",
        "answer": "From Calgary to Illinois, non-stop flights to Chicago O’Hare typically take around 3½ hours. One-stop itineraries to other Illinois cities like Springfield or Peoria often range from 5 to 7 hours total, with eastbound flights sometimes slightly shorter due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Calgary to Illinois?",
        "answer": "There are non-stop flights from Calgary to Chicago O'Hare on Air Canada and United, and to Chicago Midway on WestJet during certain seasons. If you are heading to other Illinois cities you will typically connect through Chicago, with total travel times ranging from 5 to 8 hours depending on the layover."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Calgary to Illinois?",
        "answer": "WestJet and United offer non-stop Calgary–Chicago flights. Air Canada, American, and Delta connect via hubs like Toronto, Dallas, or Minneapolis."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Calgary to Illinois?",
        "answer": "The cheapest flights from Calgary to Illinois are typically found from January through March, outside of spring break. Booking 3 to 4 weeks ahead for Tuesday or Wednesday departures, especially in the early morning or late evening, often yields lower fares. Peak summer months and the winter holiday season tend to be pricier."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Calgary to Illinois?",
        "answer": "For flights from Calgary to Illinois, book 4 to 6 weeks ahead for best value, especially for holiday periods like Christmas or spring break when demand spikes, though shoulder seasons may allow booking 2 to 3 weeks out."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Illinois and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Illinois, Chicago is the top draw for architecture, museums, and dining, with O'Hare and Midway airports offering many flights. Springfield draws history buffs for Lincoln sites, best reached via Springfield's airport. Galena charms with historic main streets, served by Dubuque Regional in Iowa."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Calgary to Illinois?",
        "answer": "As a U.S. citizen returning from Calgary to Illinois you must present a valid U.S. passport. No visa is required, and passport validity rules typically require it to be valid only for the duration of your stay in the U.S."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Illinois are best to fly into from Calgary?",
        "answer": "From Calgary to Illinois, Chicago O'Hare is the primary gateway with direct flights and the most connections. Chicago Midway also serves the city, often with lower-cost options. For central Illinois, consider smaller airports like Peoria or Champaign, but they typically require a connection and are best for specific regional travel."
      }
    }
  }
}