{
  "response": {
    "Key": "AUA-USMD",
    "orig": {
      "code": "AUA",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Aruba Island",
      "fullCity": "Aruba Island, Aruba",
      "airport": "Queen Beatrix Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "USMD",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Maryland",
      "fullRegion": "Maryland, United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Maryland can I fly to directly or with one stop from Aruba Island?",
        "answer": "From Aruba you typically arrive in Maryland via Baltimore/Washington International Airport, often with one stop in hubs like Miami, Charlotte or Atlanta. Non-stop flights are rare, so most itineraries involve a connection. Baltimore serves the central part of the state well, and it also provides access to Washington D.C. area destinations. If you are heading to western Maryland or the D.C. suburbs, you might consider Washington Dulles or Reagan National airports, but those usually require an additional connection or ground transfer. Travellers choose Baltimore for convenience to the city and Chesapeake Bay, while the Washington airports are better for the capital region."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Aruba Island to Maryland?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Aruba to Maryland, so all itineraries require at least one connection. A typical one-stop flight to Baltimore takes about 7 to 10 hours total, depending on the layover, with similar times to other Maryland airports. Return flights are often slightly shorter due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Aruba Island to Maryland?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Aruba to any airport in Maryland. The most common one-stop routings connect through major U.S. hubs such as Miami, Charlotte, or Atlanta, with airlines like American Airlines and Delta. Total travel times typically range from 7 to 10 hours, depending on the layover duration."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Aruba Island to Maryland?",
        "answer": "From Aruba to Maryland there are no non-stops. American via Charlotte or Miami, Delta via Atlanta, and United via Newark are common one-stop choices."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Aruba Island to Maryland?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Aruba to Maryland is typically during the late summer and fall months, especially September and October, when demand drops after the peak summer season. For the lowest fares, book at least three to four weeks in advance, aim for midweek departures like Tuesday or Wednesday, and choose early morning or late evening flights, while avoiding holidays and school vacation periods."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Aruba Island to Maryland?",
        "answer": "Book flights from Aruba to Maryland 6 to 8 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, aiming even earlier for winter and holiday peaks when demand is high."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Maryland and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Maryland, Baltimore draws visitors for the Inner Harbor and museums, Annapolis for sailing and history, and Ocean City for beaches. Fly into Baltimore-Washington International for Baltimore and Annapolis, or Salisbury Regional for Ocean City. Your airport choice hinges on whether you want urban attractions or coastal relaxation."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Maryland are best to fly into from Aruba Island?",
        "answer": "When flying from Aruba to Maryland, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is the primary gateway, offering the most flights and connections to the entire state. It is ideal for visiting Baltimore, Annapolis, or the Chesapeake Bay area. For western Maryland or road trips toward Washington, D.C., consider flying into Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport or Washington Dulles International Airport, though these are in Virginia and require a short drive. BWI is your best single option, with rental cars and Amtrak available for exploring Maryland’s diverse regions."
      }
    }
  }
}