Cheap Flights to Westport

Westport is served by more than one airport, but most visitors choose to touch down at Logan Intl. Airport (BOS).

Step off the plane at BOS and you'll find yourself 88 kilometres from downtown. T.F. Green Airport (PVD) is another major airport in Westport. You'll find it 32 kilometres from the city centre.

Westport is serviced by 44 air carriers from 125 airports across the globe.

Westport receives the largest number of flights from American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta with American Airlines being the preferred choice of carrier. Washington is the most popular city for travellers to depart from.

Planning an awesome Westport getaway is a cinch when there are 3,412 direct flights each week to select from.

Travellers often jet off from Washington, New York and Chicago airports when flying to Westport.

Where you depart from determines how long you'll be strapped into your seat. From Washington to Westport, the average flight time is 1 hour and 32 minutes. From New York it usually takes 1 hour and 19 minutes, and from Chicago it's 2 hours and 16 minutes.

We've all come across those jet-setters who manage to nab extremely cheap plane tickets every time they fly. Eager to know how to do it for your Westport holiday? Don't leave it until the last possible moment to secure your flight. Also, shop around and compare your options. If your destination has a few airports, you may be able to nab an excellent deal by flying into a less busy terminal. And finally, remember that the early bird catches the worm. Know what a typical airfare costs and be ready to secure your ticket as soon as you see a great bargain. The best deals don't last long.

We've pulled together all the info you need to make your flight a pleasant experience. Follow our tips and you'll be hightailing it through airport security and enjoying Westport in no time. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• It's easy — first, pack in your passport, travel docs, wallet and medications. Next, you'll want some in-flight entertainment to while away the time. A thrilling book and a tablet crammed with your favourite movies are always good options. If you hope to take a short nap, a quality neck pillow and a pair of noise-cancelling headphones will also come in handy. Finally, squeeze in a toothbrush and some cleansing wipes so you'll touchdown feeling fresh and ready to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Make sure you don't have a pocket knife lurking in one of the compartments of your carry-on luggage. Other restricted items include explosive or flammable goods, such as fuel and matches, and gels and liquids in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort should be your main priority when choosing what to wear on board. Loose, breathable clothing is a sensible choice, as are flat, slip-on shoes.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a potential risk on long-haul flights. It results from blood clotting due to poor circulation and inactivity, so do some gentle leg and foot exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression tights or socks.

Being organised before your flight will make your trip to Westport easy and painless. We've rounded up some useful tips for a swift journey past security:

• Be sure to keep your passport and boarding pass easily accessible. They're the first things you'll be asked to show at airport security.
• Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your coat, belt, keys and other items in your pocket, like your earphones, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make your life easier by removing them as it gets closer to your turn.
• All your electronics, including your laptop and phone, must also be scanned separately.
• Remove gels and liquids from your carry-on bag. They often need to be sent through the X-ray separately. Each product should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
• The right choice of footwear can save you a few precious minutes. Boots are often required to be removed and separately scanned. Slip-on sneakers usually aren't.
• Airlines will not allow any sharp items or pocket knives in your carry-on baggage. If you must bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked luggage.