{
  "response": {
    "Key": "LAX-USMD",
    "orig": {
      "code": "LAX",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Los Angeles",
      "fullCity": "Los Angeles, California",
      "airport": "Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?",
        "answer": "From Los Angeles you can fly non-stop to Baltimore Washington International, which serves Baltimore and the Washington D.C. area. One-stop options connect through hubs like Dallas, Denver or Atlanta to reach smaller airports like Salisbury or Hagerstown. Most travelers fly into BWI for central Maryland and D.C., while Salisbury is better for the Eastern Shore."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Maryland?",
        "answer": "From Los Angeles to Baltimore, non-stop flights typically take about 5 hours eastbound and around 5½ to 6 hours westbound. One-stop itineraries to either Baltimore or smaller airports like Salisbury usually range from 7 to 9 hours total."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Maryland?",
        "answer": "Yes. Non-stop flights from Los Angeles to Baltimore are available on airlines like Southwest and Spirit. If you are heading to other parts of Maryland, Baltimore/Washington International is the primary gateway and is well-connected by road. Flight time is roughly 5 hours eastbound and about 5 hours 30 minutes westbound."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Maryland?",
        "answer": "From LAX to Maryland, Southwest, United, American, and Delta fly non-stop to Baltimore/Washington. One-stop options include Alaska via Seattle."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Maryland?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Los Angeles to Maryland are typically January and February, outside of holiday peaks. For the best fares, book one to three months ahead and aim for Tuesday or Wednesday departures, with early morning or late evening flights often priced lower. Avoid summer, Thanksgiving, and Christmas periods when demand drives up prices."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Los Angeles to Maryland?",
        "answer": "Book flights from Los Angeles to Maryland about 4 to 8 weeks in advance for the best balance of price and availability, though for winter holidays and school breaks like Thanksgiving or Christmas, aim for 8 to 12 weeks ahead due to higher demand, while shoulder seasons like late spring or early fall can often be booked just 3 to 4 weeks out."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Maryland and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "Popular areas in Maryland include Baltimore for its Inner Harbor and culture, Annapolis for sailing and history, Ocean City for beaches, and the DC suburbs for access to Washington. Fly into Baltimore/Washington International for Baltimore, Annapolis and DC, or Salisbury Regional for Ocean City."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Maryland are best to fly into from Los Angeles?",
        "answer": "Baltimore/Washington International is the primary gateway from Los Angeles, with the most nonstop flights and easy access to Baltimore, Annapolis, and the Chesapeake Bay. Reagan National, though in Virginia, often serves Maryland suburbs and Washington, D.C. Salisbury Regional is useful for Ocean City and the Eastern Shore, but typically requires a connection."
      }
    }
  }
}