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      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Montréal",
      "fullCity": "Montréal, Quebec",
      "airport": "Trudeau Intl Airport"
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      "region": "Washington",
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Washington can I fly to directly or with one stop from Montréal?",
        "answer": "From Montréal you can fly non-stop to Seattle, which serves the Puget Sound area and is the main gateway. There are no direct flights to Spokane or other eastern Washington cities, so you would connect through hubs like Denver, Minneapolis, or Seattle itself. For the coast and Olympic Peninsula, Seattle is the natural choice, while Spokane is better for the inland Northwest and the Idaho border region."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Montréal to Washington?",
        "answer": "Non-stop flights from Montréal to Washington typically take about 1 hour 45 minutes. One-stop itineraries often range from 3 to 6 hours depending on the connection."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Montréal to Washington?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Montréal to Washington. The most common one-stop routings go through Toronto, Philadelphia, or New York, with total travel times typically between 5 and 8 hours depending on the layover."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Montréal to Washington?",
        "answer": "From Montréal to Washington, Air Canada and United offer non-stop flights, while American and Delta provide one-stop connections via their hubs."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Montréal to Washington?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Montréal to Washington are typically January, February, and September. For the lowest fares, book one to three months ahead, fly on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, and choose early morning or late evening departures, while avoiding major holidays and school breaks."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Montréal to Washington?",
        "answer": "Book flights from Montréal to Washington 4 to 8 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, noting that cherry blossom season in spring and major holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas require booking 8 to 12 weeks in advance, while quieter periods like late winter or early fall can be booked closer to departure."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Washington and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Washington state, popular areas include Seattle for urban attractions and the Space Needle, Olympic National Park for wilderness, Mount Rainier for hiking, the San Juan Islands for scenery, and Spokane for eastern Washington. Fly into Seattle-Tacoma International for Seattle, Olympic, Rainier, and connections to the islands. For Spokane, use Spokane International Airport. Your airport choice depends on whether you prioritize the Puget Sound region or the inland northwest."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from Montréal to Washington?",
        "answer": "For Canadian citizens, a visa is not required for a short tourist visit to the United States from Montréal to Washington. Canadian nationals may enter visa-free for tourism. No additional pre-travel authorization is needed for this route.\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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      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Washington are best to fly into from Montréal?",
        "answer": "Seattle-Tacoma International is the best choice for most travelers, offering direct flights from Montréal and serving as the main hub for the Pacific Northwest. It provides easy access to Seattle, Puget Sound, and connections to Olympic and Mount Rainier national parks. Spokane International is better for eastern Washington and the Idaho panhandle, though it requires a connection. Smaller airports like Bellingham or Paine Field can be convenient for specific destinations but have limited service from Montréal."
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