Cheap Flights to Sparta from CA $476

Sparta has more than one airport, but most travellers prefer Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH).

A flight to Sparta means coming in to land at Kalamata Intl. Airport (KLX). Jump off the plane, collect your bags and you'll be 40 kilometres from the downtown streets.

There are 64 airlines that fly to Sparta from 106 worldwide airports.

Aegean Airlines and Sky Express fly frequently into Sparta. Hopping on an Aegean Airlines flight from Thessaloniki is one of the most preferred options to travel there.

With 1,707 direct flights each week, you'll be hitting the tarmac in Sparta before you can say, "Are we there yet?"

Travellers often jet off from Thessaloniki, Larnaca and London airports when heading to Sparta.

If it's Thessaloniki you're departing, you'll be in the sky for around 1 hour and 7 minutes before you touchdown in Sparta. Terminal to terminal from Larnaca takes around 1 hour and 46 minutes and from London, it's 3 hours and 35 minutes.

If you want to save some cash on your Sparta vacation, listen up! As every experienced traveller will tell you, avoid booking at the last minute. Airfares are often highest close to the departure date. Another great way to nab the best price is to compare all options. If where you're headed has multiple airports, be sure to research the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. Lastly, another easy way to save some money is be ready to book fast. If you find a terrific bargain, don't hold off — grab it while the opportunity's there.

Depending on where you’re coming from, your flight to Sparta could be a piece of cake or it could go on forever. We've compiled some useful travel tips that will help you start your next unforgettable escape on a positive note. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The secret to having a pain-free travel experience is to pack in advance. So, let's start with the essentials: passport, boarding pass, bank cards and medications. Next, bring items that'll help pass the time, like some electronic devices or a thrilling novel. It's also wise to bring your chargers, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of earplugs. Finally, be sure to toss in toiletries like a toothbrush, lip balm and a clean set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of prohibited items can differ between air carriers, the general rule to follow is nothing flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes things like knives, scissors, spray paint and fireworks. Sports equipment like ski poles, and objects that could harm passengers, such as firearms and swords, aren't allowed in the cabin either.

What to wear on a flight:

• Go for comfort over style. Prepare for temperature changes by donning layers, and opt for flat, slightly roomy shoes like slip-ons.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by prolonged inactivity, can be a risk on long-haul flights. Try to walk around the cabin and stretch your legs or do some gentle exercises in your seat to improve your circulation.

The answer is simple — be organized. We've pulled together some helpful hints for an easy trip through security. Look out Sparta, here you come:

• Keep your travel documents and passport handy. They'll be the first things you'll be asked to present to security.
• After that, both you and your carry-on bag must be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, remove anything that might trigger the alarms. Items such as your coat, belt and headphones will be required to go through the machine.
• All electronic devices, including your tablet and phone, are also required to be scanned separately.
• Any gels or liquids, such as perfume or hairspray, that you want to take on board must be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, they all must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
• There's a good chance you'll be required to take your shoes off for scanning, so wearing lightweight sneakers is always a smart idea.
• Sharp or pointed objects (like knives and scissors) are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be seized at security, so put them in your checked baggage.