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    "Key": "SFO-CABC",
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      "code": "SFO",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San Francisco",
      "fullCity": "San Francisco, California",
      "airport": "San Francisco Intl Airport"
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      "code": "CABC",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "British Columbia",
      "fullRegion": "British Columbia, Canada"
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      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in British Columbia can I fly to directly or with one stop from San Francisco?",
        "answer": "From San Francisco you can fly non-stop to Vancouver, the main gateway, served by multiple airlines. For Victoria, you can connect through Vancouver or Seattle. Kelowna and other interior cities typically require a connection in Vancouver or Calgary. Choose Vancouver for the city and Lower Mainland, Victoria for Vancouver Island, and Kelowna for the Okanagan Valley."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from San Francisco to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "Non-stop flights from San Francisco to Vancouver typically take about 2¼ hours, while service to Victoria often runs around 2½ to 3 hours with a connection. One-stop itineraries to interior cities like Kelowna or Prince George commonly total 4 to 6 hours, with eastbound flights sometimes a few minutes shorter due to tailwinds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from San Francisco to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are non-stop flights from San Francisco to Vancouver on multiple airlines including Air Canada, United, and WestJet. For other British Columbia airports like Victoria or Kelowna, you will typically connect through Vancouver or Seattle, with total travel times around 3 to 5 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from San Francisco to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "From San Francisco to British Columbia, non-stops are offered by Air Canada, United, and WestJet. One-stop options include Alaska via Seattle."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from San Francisco to British Columbia are typically January through March and October through November, avoiding summer and holiday peaks. For the lowest fares, book at least three to four weeks ahead, fly midweek (Tuesday or Wednesday), and choose early morning or late evening departures."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from San Francisco to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "For flights from San Francisco to British Columbia, book 6 to 10 weeks ahead for summer and 4 to 6 weeks for winter ski season, though shoulder months like April and October can often be booked 2 to 4 weeks out."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in British Columbia and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "Vancouver draws visitors for its urban-meets-nature appeal, Victoria for heritage and gardens, Whistler for skiing and mountain sports and the Okanagan for wine country. Fly into Vancouver International for Vancouver, Whistler and connections to Victoria via ferry or short flight. Victoria International serves the capital directly, while Kelowna International is best for the Okanagan."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a passport or visa to travel from San Francisco to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "For United States citizens, travel from San Francisco to British Columbia is visa-free for a short tourist visit.\n\nThis 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",
            "title": "Business visitors attending meetings, events and conferences in Canada"
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      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in British Columbia are best to fly into from San Francisco?",
        "answer": "Vancouver International is the primary gateway from San Francisco, offering the most frequent flights and easy access to the city and Whistler. Victoria Airport is the best choice when the Vancouver Island region is your main focus, while Kelowna serves the Okanagan Valley’s wineries and lakes. Smaller airports like Kamloops or Prince George work well if you are starting a road trip deeper into the interior or northern British Columbia."
      }
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