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      "city": "Montréal",
      "fullCity": "Montréal, Quebec",
      "airport": "Trudeau Intl Airport"
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      "region": "California",
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in California can I fly to directly or with one stop from Montréal?",
        "answer": "From Montréal you can fly non-stop to Los Angeles and San Francisco, and seasonally to San Diego. One-stop options via hubs like Toronto, Chicago or Denver reach other cities such as Sacramento, San Jose, Palm Springs and Orange County. Choose Los Angeles for Southern California beaches and theme parks, San Francisco for the Bay Area and wine country, or San Diego for coastal attractions and border access."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Montréal to California?",
        "answer": "Non-stop from Montréal to Los Angeles or San Francisco typically takes about 6 to 6½ hours, while one-stop flights to other California cities like San Diego or Sacramento often run 8 to 9 hours total. Westbound flights are usually slightly longer than eastbound returns due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Montréal to California?",
        "answer": "Yes. You can fly non-stop from Montréal to Los Angeles, San Francisco and sometimes San Diego on airlines like Air Canada and United. For other California destinations you would typically connect through one of those hubs, with total travel times ranging from about 7 to 10 hours depending on the routing."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Montréal to California?",
        "answer": "Air Canada and United offer non-stops from Montréal to California. Delta and American connect via hubs like Atlanta or Dallas."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Montréal to California?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Montréal to California is typically during late winter and early spring, especially January through March, excluding spring break. For the best fares, book about two to three months ahead and consider flying on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, with early morning or late evening departures often costing less. Peak summer months, Christmas, and school vacation weeks see higher prices."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Montréal to California?",
        "answer": "Book flights from Montréal to California roughly 8 to 12 weeks ahead for the best balance of availability and price, especially for winter escapes and school breaks when demand is high, while shoulder seasons like late spring or early fall can often be booked with less lead time."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in California and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In California, Los Angeles offers beaches and Hollywood via LAX, San Francisco charms with the Golden Gate Bridge via SFO, San Diego has coastal vibes via SAN, and the Napa Valley wine region is accessible from SFO or OAK. Choose your airport based on whether you want Southern California sun, Bay Area culture or wine country."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Montréal to California?",
        "answer": "For Canadian citizens, travelling from Montréal to California is visa-free for a short tourist visit, with entry permitted under the terms applicable to Canadian nationals. No electronic travel authorization is required for this journey.\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://uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/temporary-visitors-for-business/wb-temporary-business-visitor-under-visa-waiver-program",
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            "url": "https://www.cbp.gov/travel/international-visitors/applying-admission-united-states",
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      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in California are best to fly into from Montréal?",
        "answer": "Los Angeles International has the most flights from Montréal and works well for Southern California beaches, Hollywood and road trips up the coast. San Francisco International is the best gateway for the Bay Area, wine country and Yosemite. San Diego and Palm Springs are convenient for their specific regions, while Sacramento is a quieter option for Northern California."
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