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    "Key": "SAN-CAAB",
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      "code": "SAN",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San Diego",
      "fullCity": "San Diego, California",
      "airport": "San Diego Intl Airport"
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      "region": "Alberta",
      "fullRegion": "Alberta, Canada"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Alberta can I fly to directly or with one stop from San Diego?",
        "answer": "From San Diego you can reach Calgary or Edmonton, usually with one stop in cities like Seattle, Denver or Vancouver. Calgary is the main gateway for the Rockies and Banff, while Edmonton serves the north and Jasper. Non-stop flights are rare, but some seasonal options may appear."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from San Diego to Alberta?",
        "answer": "From San Diego to Alberta, non-stop flights to Calgary or Edmonton are rare, so most itineraries involve one stop and take about 5 to 7 hours total. Return flights are often slightly shorter due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from San Diego to Alberta?",
        "answer": "There are no year-round non-stop flights from San Diego to Alberta. During certain seasons you may find limited non-stops to Calgary on WestJet. Otherwise, the most common one-stop routings go through Seattle, Denver or Vancouver, with total travel times typically ranging from 5 to 8 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from San Diego to Alberta?",
        "answer": "From San Diego to Alberta, WestJet often flies non-stop, while Air Canada and Alaska connect via Vancouver or Seattle."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Alberta?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from San Diego to Alberta are typically January, February, and November, with midweek flights on Tuesdays and Wednesdays often offering lower fares. Booking 2 to 3 months ahead can help secure better prices, while peak summer months and the December holiday season tend to be more expensive."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from San Diego to Alberta?",
        "answer": "For flights from San Diego to Alberta, book 6 to 10 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, especially for summer and winter holiday travel, though shoulder seasons like spring and fall may allow booking 3 to 4 weeks out."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Alberta and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Alberta, travellers explore the Rocky Mountains in Banff and Jasper, the city life of Calgary and Edmonton, and dinosaur fossils in the Badlands. Fly into Calgary for Banff and the Badlands, Edmonton for Jasper and northern adventures, or consider smaller airports like Fort McMurray for remote access."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from San Diego to Alberta?",
        "answer": "For United States citizens, a visa is not required for a short tourist visit to Canada from San Diego. U.S. passport holders can enter Alberta visa-free for tourism purposes.\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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        "question": "Which airports in Alberta are best to fly into from San Diego?",
        "answer": "From San Diego, Calgary International is the main gateway for most of Alberta, with the most flights and connections to the Rockies. Edmonton International works well for the north and Jasper. For direct access to Banff, consider Calgary, while Edmonton is better for northern road trips."
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