Cheap Flights to Dover

Dover has one main airport, Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI).

Dover is serviced by 10 airlines from 46 airports across the globe.

American Airlines and United Airlines are some of the leading airlines that offer flights to Dover. Travellers often use Chicago to take off from with American Airlines operating the most flights on this route.

With 857 direct flights running every week, you'll be touching down in Dover before you can ask, "Are we there yet?"

Flights to Dover departing from Chicago, Dallas and Denver airports are always popular.

Which airport you depart from determines how much of the in-flight entertainment you'll get to enjoy. From Chicago to Dover, the average flight time is 1 hour and 38 minutes. From Dallas it's typically 1 hour and 34 minutes, and from Denver it's 1 hour and 41 minutes.

We've all come across those lucky travellers who somehow score super cheap airfares wherever they go. Eager to know how to do it for your Dover holiday? Don't leave it until the last moment to secure your flight. Another easy way to get the best price is to compare all options. If your destination has a few airports, be sure to research the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. And finally, remember that it's first in, best dressed. Familiarise yourself with airfare costs and have your credit card ready to secure your seat as soon as you spot a bargain. The sweetest deals never last long.

We've rounded up all the info you need to make your flight an enjoyable experience. Follow our tips and tricks and you'll be cruising through the airport and exploring Dover in next to no time. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• First of all, pack in your passport, travel documents, cash and medications. Next, you'll want some extra in-flight entertainment to help pass the time. A juicy novel and a laptop crammed with your favourite shows are some great options. If you plan to catch forty winks, a neck pillow and some noise-cancelling headphones will also be useful. Finally, leave space for a toothbrush and some facial wipes to ensure you arrive feeling fresh and ready to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Put all your full-sized bottles of hair gel and hairspray in your checked luggage. Any gels or liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) will be confiscated. Sharp or pointed objects, like your trusty pocket knife, and dangerous goods which are explosive or flammable, such as aerosol cans, spray paint and poisons, are also restricted.

What to wear on a flight:

• You'll want to choose comfort over style. Prepare for temperature changes by wearing layers, and wear flat, easy-to-remove footwear like sneakers.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a 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.

As seasoned travellers know, the secret is to be well organised before you get to the security gate. That way, you'll be stepping onto that plane to Dover in next to no time. Follow these helpful tips and get your holiday off to a flying start:

• Your passport and boarding pass will need to be inspected by security personnel. Have them close by so you don't have to dig around for them.
• Next up is the X-ray machine. Remove anything metal on you that is likely to beep. This includes things like earphones or headphones, as well as heavy coats or jackets. They'll all need to go on the X-ray conveyor belt.
• All your electronic devices, including your phone and tablet, must also be separately scanned.
• Remove all liquids and gels from your hand luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each item should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-lock bag.
• Choosing your footwear wisely can save you several valuable minutes. Boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Lightweight sneakers are usually not.
• Sharp items are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them safely away in your checked luggage.