£405 Cheap Flights to Vantage

Vantage has multiple airports, but most travellers use Seattle - Tacoma Intl. Airport (SEA).

With one major airport operating in Vantage, it won't take you long to get your hands on the best flight. You'll be jetting off to Yakima Air Terminal - McAllister Field Airport (YKM), which sits around 56 kms (35 miles) from the centre of town.

There are 39 airlines connecting Vantage with 126 airports around the world.

Alaska Airlines, Delta and American Airlines fly the most frequently to Vantage. The highest number of flights come from Phoenix, with Alaska Airlines having the most services on this route.

Flying to someplace new is much more fun when there aren't any stopovers to worry about. If you're jetting off to Vantage, the good news is that there are around 3,546 direct flights operating each week.

A large number of flights to Vantage take off from Phoenix, Los Angeles and Portland airports.

Which city you depart from determines how long you'll be strapped into your seat. From Phoenix to Vantage, the average flight time is 3 hours and 3 minutes. From Los Angeles it's around 2 hours and 52 minutes, and from Portland it's 1 hour and 5 minutes.

We've all come across those jet-setters who manage to land super cheap plane tickets wherever they go. Eager to know how to do it for your Vantage holiday? Don't wait until the last possible moment to secure your flight. Another good way to get an unbeatable deal is to research all options. If your destination has more than one airport, be sure to look into the cost of flying into a smaller terminal. And finally, remember that it's first in, best dressed. Familiarise yourself with airfare costs and have your credit card ready to snap up a ticket as soon as you spot a bargain. The sweetest deals don't last long.

No matter where you're coming from, flying can be a seamless experience if you've planned ahead. Take a peek at these handy hints that will get your Vantage escape started on the right note. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The secret to having a hassle-free flight experience is to pack ahead. First up, the essentials: passport, travel docs, cash and vital medications. Next, take on board items that'll help while away those hours, like some electronic gadgets or a good read. It's also smart to bring your chargers, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of headphones. Finally, don't forget to toss in toiletry items like a toothbrush, deodorant and a spare set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Squeeze all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and conditioner in your checked baggage. Any gels or liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) won't be allowed on. Pointed or sharp objects, like your trusty Swiss Army knife, and dangerous products which are flammable or explosive, such as aerosols and matches, are also restricted.

What to wear on a flight:

• Go for comfort over style. Prepare for changes in temperature by donning layers, and pick flat, easy-to-remove shoes like slip-ons.
• Caused by lengthy periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clotting condition that can affect some passengers during long flights. Reduce the risks by drinking water, keeping your legs moving and wearing compression socks to help improve your circulation.

Being prepared before you get to the airport will help make your trip to Vantage a pleasure. Check out our top tips for a speedy journey through security:

• Be sure to keep your passport and travel documents someplace easily accessible. They'll be the first things you'll be asked to present to airport security.
• Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your jacket, belt, keys and other items in your pocket, like your headphones, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them before your turn arrives.
• All your electronic devices, including your tablet and phone, will also need to be scanned separately.
• Remember to remove liquids and gels from your carry-on luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray separately. Each item should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit inside a single quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
• Lightweight sneakers are a sensible footwear choice as you're less likely to have to remove them when going through security. Hiking boots and heavier-style shoes are usually subjected to extra screening.
• Sharp items like knives are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them safely away in your checked luggage.