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    "Key": "KRK-USCA",
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      "code": "KRK",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Kraków",
      "fullCity": "Kraków, Poland",
      "airport": "John Paul II Intl Airport"
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      "code": "USCA",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "California",
      "fullRegion": "California, United States"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in California can I fly to directly or with one stop from Kraków?",
        "answer": "From Kraków you typically connect through a major European hub like Frankfurt, Munich or Warsaw to reach California. There are no non-stop flights. Common one-stop options lead to Los Angeles for Southern California, San Francisco for the Bay Area and northern coast, or San Diego for beaches and the border region. Choose based on your final destination within the state."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Kraków to California?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Kraków to California. Typical one-stop itineraries to Los Angeles or San Francisco take 14 to 17 hours, depending on the layover. Eastbound return flights can be an hour or so shorter due to prevailing tailwinds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Kraków to California?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Kraków to California. The most common one-stop routings connect through major European hubs such as Frankfurt, Munich, Warsaw or Amsterdam, with total travel times typically between 14 and 17 hours depending on the layover and final California airport."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Kraków to California?",
        "answer": "No direct flights from Kraków to California. Common one-stop options include Lufthansa via Frankfurt, LOT via Warsaw, or KLM via Amsterdam."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Kraków to California?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Kraków to California are typically late January through March and November, excluding holidays. For the best fares, book one to three months ahead, fly midweek on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, and choose red-eye or early morning departures. Peak summer, Christmas, and spring break periods are usually more expensive."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Kraków to California?",
        "answer": "Book flights from Kraków to California about 8 to 12 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and choice, though for winter holidays or summer peak you should book 3 to 4 months in advance, while shoulder seasons like late spring or early fall can often be booked 4 to 6 weeks out."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in California and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "California's top areas include Los Angeles for Hollywood and beaches, San Francisco for the Golden Gate and tech culture, San Diego for coastal charm and the Central Coast for scenic drives. Fly into Los Angeles International for LA, San Francisco International for the Bay Area, San Diego International for San Diego and Santa Barbara Municipal or San Jose International for Central Coast access."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Kraków to California?",
        "answer": "For Polish citizens travelling from Kraków to California, no visa is required for a short tourist visit, and stays of up to 90 days are permitted. However, an ESTA electronic travel authorisation must be obtained before departure, as it is a mandatory pre-travel requirement for visa-free entry.\n\nA quick note: this is general guidance to help you plan, not official immigration advice — entry rules can change and can depend on your nationality and circumstances, so please confirm the current requirements with the relevant embassy or official government source before you travel.",
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            "title": "Visa policy of the United States",
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            "url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/usa/entry-requirements",
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          {
            "url": "https://uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/temporary-visitors-for-business/wb-temporary-business-visitor-under-visa-waiver-program",
            "title": "WB Temporary Business Visitor under Visa Waiver Program | USCIS"
          },
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            "url": "https://uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/temporary-visitors-for-business",
            "title": "Temporary Visitors for Business | USCIS"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.cbp.gov/travel/international-visitors/visa-waiver-program/requirements-immigrant-and-nonimmigrant-visas",
            "title": "Requirements for Immigrant and Nonimmigrant Visas | U.S. Customs and Border Protection"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.cbp.gov/travel/international-visitors/applying-admission-united-states",
            "title": "Admission into United States | U.S. Customs and Border Protection"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/",
            "title": "Official ESTA Application Website - Home"
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      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in California are best to fly into from Kraków?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Kraków to California. The best option is to fly via a European hub such as Frankfurt, Munich, or Warsaw, then connect to Los Angeles or San Francisco. Los Angeles has the most flights and is best for Southern California and road trips along the coast. San Francisco is ideal for the Bay Area, Napa Valley, and Yosemite. San Diego and San Jose have fewer connections but work well for specific regions."
      }
    }
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}