Cheap Flights to Maria

Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) is the main airport in Maria.

Maria is serviced by 20 air carriers from at least 42 airports around the world.

Air Canada, Porter Airlines and WestJet fly the most frequently to Maria. The majority of these flights come in from Toronto, with Air Canada offering the most services on this route.

Flying to someplace new is much more straightforward when there aren't any lengthy stopovers. If you're making your way to Maria, the awesome news is that there are 567 direct flights every week.

Flights to Maria from Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa airports are very popular.

If it's Toronto you're leaving behind, you'll be midair for around 1 hour and 51 minutes before you touchdown in Maria. Runway to runway from Montreal takes around 1 hour and 10 minutes and from Ottawa, it's 1 hour and 31 minutes.

We all know those lucky travellers who somehow manage to nab wonderfully cheap airfares wherever they go. Eager to know how to do it for your Maria holiday? Don't wait until the last minute to lock in your flight. Don't stop there, however. Do some research and find out if there is more than one airport at your destination. Ticket prices often differ depending on which airport you pick. Make sure you compare fares across air carriers too. And finally, remember that the early bird catches the worm. Familiarise yourself with airfare costs and have your credit card ready to book your ticket as soon as you see an unbeatable bargain. The best deals never last long.

We've got the lowdown on how to make your journey as enjoyable as possible. Follow our tips and you'll be speeding through airport security and discovering Maria in next to no time. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane trip can be easy if you take the right things. Firstly, you'll want a few basic toiletries, such as a toothbrush and some deodorant, a clean pair of socks and something to read. Secondly, leave space in your carry-on bag for your phone and charger, any daily medications and maybe a comfy neck pillow too. Lastly, be sure to take your passport, travel documents and your credit cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Double-check that you don't have sharp objects (like a knife or scissors) lurking in one of the zippers of your carry-on luggage. Other banned items include flammable or explosive goods, such as fuel and fireworks, and gels and liquids in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

• Your priority is to be as comfortable as possible. Opt for easy-to-remove footwear, dress in loose, natural-fibre clothing and remember to bring a pullover in case you get chilly in the cabin.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a risk on long-haul flights. It's the result of blood clots forming due to inactivity and poor circulation, 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 Maria quick and painless. We've rounded up some useful tips for a swift journey through security:

• Your travel documents and passport will need to be presented to airport security. Keep them at hand so you don't hold up the queue.
• Next up, both you and your hand luggage will be X-rayed. To speed things up, remove anything that might trigger the alarms. Personal belongings like your belt, jacket and earphones need to go through the machine.
• Your electronic devices like laptops and phones will also have to go through the machine for inspection. No need to worry though, you'll be back online in no time.
• Can't travel without your favourite perfume? As long as the volume is no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and it's stored in a clear zip-close bag, you can bring it with you in your carry-on luggage.
• Slip-on shoes are a sensible footwear choice as you're less likely to be required to remove them when passing through security. Hiking boots and other bulky shoes are often subjected to additional screening.
• Airlines will not allow any sharp items or pocket knives in your carry-on luggage. If you need to bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked baggage.