{"response": {"Key": "YOW-USNY", "orig": {"code": "YOW", "type": "airport", "city": "Ottawa", "fullCity": "Ottawa, Ontario", "airport": "Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Intl Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "USNY", "type": "region", "region": "New York", "fullRegion": "New York, United States"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "Which cities in New York can I fly to directly or with one stop from Ottawa?", "answer": "From Ottawa, you can fly non-stop to New York City via Newark, and sometimes seasonally to LaGuardia. With one stop, you can reach other airports like JFK, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, and Albany through hubs such as Toronto, Montreal, or Philadelphia. Choose Newark or JFK for NYC, Buffalo for Niagara Falls, and upstate airports for regional access."}, "q1": {"question": "How long is the flight from Ottawa to New York?", "answer": "Direct flights from Ottawa to New York City airports like JFK or LaGuardia take about 1½ hours, while Newark is similar. One-stop itineraries to other New York airports typically range from 3 to 5 hours depending on the connection point."}, "q2": {"question": "Are there direct flights from Ottawa to New York?", "answer": "Yes. There are non-stop flights from Ottawa to New York on airlines such as Air Canada and United, primarily serving Newark. If you are heading to other New York airports like JFK or LaGuardia, you will usually connect through Toronto or Montreal, with total travel times typically ranging from 3 to 5 hours."}, "q3": {"question": "Which airlines fly from Ottawa to New York?", "answer": "From Ottawa to New York, Air Canada and United offer non-stops. One-stop options include Delta via Atlanta or Minneapolis, and American via Chicago or Philadelphia."}, "q4": {"question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to New York?", "answer": "The cheapest flights from Ottawa to New York are typically found in late winter or early spring, especially January through March, excluding holiday weeks. For the best fares, book at least three to four weeks ahead and choose midweek departures, particularly Tuesday or Wednesday, and early morning or late evening flights. Avoid peak summer months, Christmas, New Year's, and school vacation periods when prices rise."}, "q5": {"question": "How far in advance should I book flights from Ottawa to New York?", "answer": "For flights from Ottawa to New York, book six to eight weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, especially if traveling during summer or winter holidays, though shoulder seasons like spring and fall can often be booked three to four weeks out."}, "q6": {"question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in New York and how does that affect where I should fly?", "answer": "In New York, New York City draws visitors for landmarks and Broadway, the Hudson Valley for scenery and history, Niagara Falls for the falls and the Adirondacks for outdoor recreation. Fly into JFK, LaGuardia or Newark for NYC, Albany for the Hudson Valley, Buffalo for Niagara Falls and Burlington or Albany for the Adirondacks."}, "q8": {"question": "Which airports in New York are best to fly into from Ottawa?", "answer": "From Ottawa to New York, John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia offer the most direct options into New York City, with LaGuardia closer to Manhattan. Newark Liberty International in New Jersey also serves the metro area well and can be convenient for parts of Manhattan or Staten Island. If your destination is upstate, consider flying into Buffalo, Rochester or Albany, though these may require connections."}}}}