{
  "response": {
    "Key": "YMQ-CABC",
    "orig": {
      "code": "YMQ",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Montréal",
      "fullCity": "Montréal, Quebec",
      "airport": "Trudeau Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "CABC",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "British Columbia",
      "fullRegion": "British Columbia, Canada"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in British Columbia can I fly to directly or with one stop from Montréal?",
        "answer": "From Montréal you can fly non-stop to Vancouver and sometimes to Victoria or Kelowna. One-stop connections through Toronto, Calgary or Vancouver serve smaller airports like Kamloops, Prince George or Nanaimo. Choose Vancouver for the coast and Whistler, Victoria for the island, and Kelowna for the Okanagan Valley."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Montréal to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "From Montréal to Vancouver non-stop flights typically take around 5½ to 6 hours, while one-stop connections to Victoria or Kelowna often run 7 to 9 hours total. Westbound flights tend to be slightly longer due to prevailing headwinds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Montréal to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "Yes. Air Canada and WestJet operate non-stop flights from Montréal to Vancouver year-round. Seasonal non-stop service to Victoria or Kelowna may also be available. If you are heading to smaller airports, you will connect through Vancouver or Calgary, with typical total travel times of 7 to 10 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Montréal to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "From Montréal to British Columbia, Air Canada and WestJet offer non-stops to Vancouver, while Flair and Lynx provide low-cost options with connections via Toronto or Calgary."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Montréal to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Montréal to British Columbia is typically during the shoulder seasons of late spring (April to early June) and early fall (September to October), avoiding summer peak and winter holidays. For the best fares, book at least two to three months ahead and consider midweek flights, especially Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with early morning or late-night departures often priced lower."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Montréal to British Columbia?",
        "answer": "Book flights from Montréal to British Columbia 8 to 12 weeks ahead for the best balance of choice and price, especially for winter ski and holiday travel, while shoulder-season tickets can often be secured 4 to 6 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": "In British Columbia, Vancouver draws visitors for urban culture and nature, Victoria for history and gardens, Whistler for skiing and mountains, the Okanagan Valley for wine and lakes, and the Rocky Mountains for hiking and scenery. Fly into Vancouver International for Vancouver, Victoria or Whistler, Kelowna International for the Okanagan, or Calgary International for the Rockies."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in British Columbia are best to fly into from Montréal?",
        "answer": "From Montréal to British Columbia, Vancouver International is the primary gateway with the most direct flights and best connections to the city, Whistler, and Vancouver Island. For the Okanagan Valley or interior road trips, Kelowna is a good alternative with seasonal nonstop options. Victoria serves Vancouver Island directly but typically requires a connection."
      }
    }
  }
}