{"response": {"Key": "SJO-USMD", "orig": {"code": "SJO", "type": "airport", "city": "San José", "fullCity": "San José, Costa Rica", "airport": "Juan Santamaría 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 San José?", "answer": "From San José, Costa Rica, you can fly non-stop to Baltimore/Washington International (BWI) on select airlines. With one stop, you can reach other Maryland airports like Salisbury (SBY) via hubs such as Charlotte or Philadelphia. BWI serves the central and Washington D.C. metro area, while Salisbury is closer to the Eastern Shore and Ocean City."}, "q1": {"question": "How long is the flight from San José to Maryland?", "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from San José to Maryland. Most itineraries connect through a U.S. hub such as Atlanta, Miami, or Newark, with total travel time typically ranging from 7 to 9 hours, depending on layover length and routing. Eastbound flights to Maryland are often slightly shorter due to tailwinds."}, "q2": {"question": "Are there direct flights from San José to Maryland?", "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from San José to any airport in Maryland. The nearest major airport is Baltimore‑Washington International (BWI). The most common one‑stop routings connect through Miami, Atlanta, or Panama City, with total travel times typically between 6 and 10 hours depending on the layover."}, "q3": {"question": "Which airlines fly from San José to Maryland?", "answer": "From San José to Maryland, fly United non-stop to Baltimore or connect via hubs like Atlanta, Miami or Newark on Delta, American or United."}, "q4": {"question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from San José to Maryland?", "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from San José to Maryland is typically during the low season from late April to early June and September to early November, especially on Tuesdays and Wednesdays with midweek red-eye or early morning departures. Avoid peak holiday periods like Christmas, New Year's, and summer school vacations when prices rise."}, "q5": {"question": "How far in advance should I book flights from San José to Maryland?", "answer": "Book flights from San José to Maryland about 8 to 12 weeks ahead, especially for winter holidays, while shoulder season trips can often be booked 4 to 6 weeks out."}, "q6": {"question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Maryland and how does that affect where I should fly?", "answer": "In Maryland, Baltimore draws visitors for its Inner Harbor and museums, Annapolis for sailing and history and Ocean City for beaches. Fly into Baltimore/Washington International for Baltimore and Annapolis, or Salisbury Regional Airport for Ocean City. Your choice depends on whether you want city life or coastal relaxation."}, "q8": {"question": "Which airports in Maryland are best to fly into from San José?", "answer": "From San José, Costa Rica, you will likely connect through a U.S. hub to reach Maryland. Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is the primary gateway, offering the most flight options and convenient access to Baltimore, Annapolis, and the D.C. area. Reagan National is closer to Washington, D.C., but may have fewer connecting options. Dulles International in Virginia is another alternative for the D.C. suburbs. For road trips to the Eastern Shore or Western Maryland, BWI is the most practical choice."}}}}