Cheap Flights to Newport Beach , CA from CA $125

Newport Beach is served by several airports, but most visitors choose to touch down at John Wayne Airport (SNA).

If you're staying in central Newport Beach, you'll be there within moments after touching down at John Wayne Airport. The terminal is only 10 kilometres from the downtown area.

Flying to Newport Beach means touching down at SNA or Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB). The first is 10 kilometres away from the centre of the city. The second is 31 kilometres away.

Newport Beach is serviced by 11 air carriers from at least 43 airports around the world.

Newport Beach receives the majority of its flights from Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Delta with Southwest Airlines being the favourite choice of airline. Las Vegas is the most popular city for travellers to jet off from.

With 1,156 nonstop flights operating every week, you'll be arriving in Newport Beach before you can say, "Are we there yet?"

Flights to Newport Beach from Las Vegas, Phoenix and San Francisco airports are in high demand.

If it's Las Vegas you're leaving behind, you'll be in the air for around 1 hour and 13 minutes before you arrive in Newport Beach. Tarmac to tarmac from Phoenix takes approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes and from San Francisco, it's 1 hour and 34 minutes.

We've all come across those fortunate travellers who somehow manage to grab super cheap plane tickets whenever they fly. Would you like to know how to do it for your Newport Beach vacation? Don't wait until the very last minute to secure your flight. Also, shop around and compare your options. If your destination has multiple airports, you may be able to pick up a great deal by flying into a less busy terminal. And finally, remember that it's first in, best dressed. Know what a typical airfare costs and have your credit card ready to secure your seat as soon as you spot an unbeatable bargain. The sweetest deals never last long.

We've rounded up all the info you need to make your flight a pleasant experience. Follow our tips and tricks and you'll be speeding through airport security and enjoying Newport Beach in no time flat. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The trick to having a stress-free travel experience is to pack in advance. So, let's start with the basics: passport, boarding pass, bank cards and medications. Next, take on board items that'll help keep you occupied, like your laptop or a thrilling novel. You'll also want to pack your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of earphones. And of course, don't forget to squeeze in toiletry items like a toothbrush, lip balm and a clean T-shirt.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Leave 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 a pocket knife, and dangerous goods which are flammable or explosive, such as aerosol cans, flares and fuels, are also not allowed.

What to wear on a flight:

• The aisles of a plane aren't the place for a fashion parade. Layer up with comfy clothing and pick shoes that are enclosed, flat and easy to pull on and off.
• It's likely you've heard about deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by long periods of sitting. To reduce your risk on board, stay hydrated, consider wearing compression socks and move your legs and feet often.

A little pre-planning before you get to the airport can make your trip to Newport Beach easy and painless. We've rounded up some useful tips for a stress-free journey past security:

• Security personnel first need to determine that you have a valid passport and matching boarding pass before anything else. Have them close by, ready for inspection.
• The X-ray machine comes next. Remove anything on you that is likely to set off the scanner's alarm. This includes items like earphones or headphones, as well as your coat or jacket. They'll all need to go on the X-ray conveyor belt.
• Your electronic gadgets like laptops and phones will also need to go on a tray for inspection. No need to worry though, you'll be back online in no time.
• Any gels or liquids, such as perfume or toothpaste, that you want to take on board need to be in containers no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, they all must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-lock bag.
• The right choice of footwear can save you several minutes. Hiking boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Slip-on sneakers are usually not.
• Take all prohibited items out of your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp objects like a pocket knife or tools, pack them safely away in your checked baggage. They won't be allowed in the cabin.