{"response": {"Key": "KTM-USCA", "orig": {"code": "KTM", "type": "airport", "city": "Kathmandu", "fullCity": "Kathmandu, Nepal", "airport": "Tribhuvan Intl Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "USCA", "type": "region", "region": "California", "fullRegion": "California, United States"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "Which cities in California can I fly to directly or with one stop from Kathmandu?", "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Kathmandu to California. One-stop options typically connect through major hubs in the Middle East or Asia, such as Doha, Dubai, or Istanbul, arriving at Los Angeles, San Francisco, or San Jose. Choose Los Angeles for Southern California, San Francisco for the Bay Area, and San Jose for Silicon Valley."}, "q1": {"question": "How long is the flight from Kathmandu to California?", "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Kathmandu to California. A typical one-stop itinerary to Los Angeles or San Francisco takes around 20 to 24 hours depending on the connection, with common layover points in the Middle East or East Asia."}, "q2": {"question": "Are there direct flights from Kathmandu to California?", "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Kathmandu to California. Common one-stop routings connect through major hubs like Doha, Dubai, Istanbul, or Seoul, with typical total travel times between 20 and 28 hours depending on layover duration and final destination."}, "q3": {"question": "Which airlines fly from Kathmandu to California?", "answer": "No non-stops from Kathmandu to California. Common one-stop options are Qatar Airways via Doha, Emirates via Dubai, and Turkish Airlines via Istanbul."}, "q4": {"question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Kathmandu to California?", "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Kathmandu to California are typically February, March, and September through November, avoiding peak summer and December–January holiday spikes. Midweek departures and red-eye flights often yield lower fares, and booking 2–3 months ahead can help secure better rates."}, "q5": {"question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Kathmandu to California?", "answer": "Book flights from Kathmandu to California 8 to 12 weeks in advance for the best balance of price and availability, especially if traveling during the winter holiday or summer school break seasons, while shoulder season trips can be booked closer to 4 to 6 weeks out."}, "q6": {"question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in California and how does that affect where I should fly?", "answer": "In California, popular areas include Los Angeles for beaches and entertainment, San Francisco for landmarks and culture, San Diego for coastal charm and Yosemite for nature. Fly into Los Angeles International for LA, San Francisco International for the Bay Area, San Diego International for San Diego and Fresno Yosemite for Yosemite. Your airport choice depends on your primary destination, as driving distances between regions are significant."}, "q8": {"question": "Which airports in California are best to fly into from Kathmandu?", "answer": "From Kathmandu, you will typically connect through a major hub such as Dubai, Doha, or Istanbul before reaching California. Los Angeles International is the primary gateway, offering the most one-stop options and serving as a hub for Southern California attractions. San Francisco International is the best choice for the Bay Area and Northern California road trips. San Diego and San Jose also receive connecting flights, but with fewer options and often longer travel times."}}}}