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    "Key": "SJC-CAON",
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      "code": "SJC",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San Jose",
      "fullCity": "San Jose, California",
      "airport": "Mineta Intl Airport"
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      "code": "CAON",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Ontario",
      "fullRegion": "Ontario, Canada"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Ontario can I fly to directly or with one stop from San Jose?",
        "answer": "From San Jose there are no non-stop flights to Ontario. The most practical one-stop options connect through major hubs like Toronto Pearson, Vancouver, or U.S. gateways such as Denver or Chicago, arriving at Toronto Pearson, Ottawa, or Billy Bishop. Toronto Pearson serves the Greater Toronto Area, while Ottawa is best for the capital region. Choose Toronto for southern Ontario and connections to smaller cities like London or Thunder Bay, which require an additional flight."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from San Jose to Ontario?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from San Jose to Ontario. A typical one-stop flight to Toronto Pearson takes about 7 to 9 hours total, while Ottawa is around 8 to 10 hours. Westbound returns are often shorter by 30 to 60 minutes due to tailwinds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from San Jose to Ontario?",
        "answer": "There are no year-round non-stop flights from San Jose to Ontario. The most common one-stop routes connect through major hubs such as Vancouver, Calgary or Toronto, with total travel times typically ranging from 6 to 9 hours. Airlines serving these connections include Air Canada and WestJet."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from San Jose to Ontario?",
        "answer": "From San Jose to Ontario you typically fly Air Canada or United via hubs like Vancouver or Denver, as there are no non-stops."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Ontario?",
        "answer": "Flights from San Jose to Ontario are generally cheapest from January through March and in late September through November, especially on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Early morning and late evening departures often offer lower fares, while prices rise during summer, Christmas, March break, and long weekends."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from San Jose to Ontario?",
        "answer": "Book flights from San Jose to Ontario 4 to 8 weeks ahead for shoulder seasons, but aim for 8 to 12 weeks for winter holidays and school breaks when demand peaks."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Ontario and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Ontario, Toronto draws visitors for its multicultural dining, museums and sports, while Niagara Falls offers iconic waterfalls and wine country. Ottawa entices with Parliament Hill and national museums, and Muskoka is a top spot for lakeside cottages. Fly into Toronto Pearson for Toronto, Niagara or Muskoka, or choose Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier for the capital region."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from San Jose to Ontario?",
        "answer": "United States citizens do not need a visa to travel from San Jose to Ontario, Canada for a short tourist visit. Entry is visa-free for this nationality.\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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            "url": "https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/business/visitors-events-conferences.html",
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      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Ontario are best to fly into from San Jose?",
        "answer": "From San Jose, Toronto Pearson is the primary gateway, offering the most direct and connecting flights. Fly into Billy Bishop Airport for convenient downtown Toronto access. Ottawa is ideal for exploring the capital region. For road trips to Ontario's cottage country or northern areas, consider connecting through Toronto and renting a car, as smaller regional airports have limited service from San Jose."
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