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    "Key": "ES-USIL",
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      "code": "ES",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "Spain"
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      "code": "USIL",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Illinois",
      "fullRegion": "Illinois, United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which airports in Illinois can I fly into from Spain?",
        "answer": "From Spain, you can fly non-stop to Chicago O'Hare, which is the primary gateway for Illinois with the most long-haul service. Midway Airport is a secondary option with connecting flights only and may offer cheaper fares on some dates. For regional connections within Illinois, O'Hare provides the best onward links to smaller cities like Peoria or Springfield via short domestic flights or road transport."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Spain to Illinois?",
        "answer": "From Madrid to Chicago, non-stop flights take about 9 to 10 hours westbound and roughly 8 to 9 hours on the return. From Barcelona or Málaga, one-stop itineraries typically take 12 to 16 hours total."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Spain to Illinois?",
        "answer": "Yes. Non-stop flights from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare operate on Iberia and American Airlines. Barcelona to Chicago requires a connection, typically through Madrid, London, or other European hubs. Total travel time with one stop is around 12 to 15 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airports in Spain are best for flying to Illinois?",
        "answer": "Madrid Barajas is the top departure point for Illinois, with direct flights to Chicago O'Hare on Iberia and American Airlines. Barcelona also offers seasonal non-stop service. Travellers from other Spanish cities typically connect via Madrid or other major European hubs like London or Frankfurt."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Spain to Illinois?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Spain to Illinois are typically January through March and November, with midweek departures on Tuesdays and Wednesdays often offering lower fares. Booking 2 to 4 months ahead usually secures the best deals, and early morning or late evening flights tend to be more affordable."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Spain to Illinois?",
        "answer": "For flights from Spain to Illinois, book 2 to 4 months ahead for good fares, but aim for 4 to 6 months if traveling in summer or around holidays when demand is higher."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Do I need a visa to travel from Spain to Illinois?",
        "answer": "Spanish citizens do not need a visa for a short tourist visit to Illinois or anywhere in the United States, and may stay for up to 90 days. They must obtain an ESTA electronic travel authorization before departure.\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://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_the_United_States",
            "title": "Visa policy of the United States",
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            "url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/usa/entry-requirements",
            "title": "United States entry requirements — GOV.UK",
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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",
            "title": "WB Temporary Business Visitor under Visa Waiver Program | USCIS"
          },
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            "url": "https://uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/temporary-visitors-for-business",
            "title": "Temporary Visitors for Business | USCIS"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.cbp.gov/travel/international-visitors/visa-waiver-program/requirements-immigrant-and-nonimmigrant-visas",
            "title": "Requirements for Immigrant and Nonimmigrant Visas | U.S. Customs and Border Protection"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.cbp.gov/travel/international-visitors/applying-admission-united-states",
            "title": "Admission into United States | U.S. Customs and Border Protection"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/",
            "title": "Official ESTA Application Website - Home"
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      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Spain to Illinois?",
        "answer": "Iberia, American, United and Delta fly from Madrid and Barcelona to Chicago O'Hare, often with one stop."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How easy is it to travel within Illinois after I arrive?",
        "answer": "Illinois is centered on Chicago, so arriving at O'Hare or Midway gives you immediate access to Amtrak and Greyhound hubs and flights to smaller cities like Springfield or Peoria. Regional buses and rental cars are the main options beyond the Chicago area."
      }
    }
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