Cheap Flights to Troy , IL from CA $169

Organize a flight to Troy with Expedia and you'll be hitting the runway at Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL).

The trip between STL and downtown Troy is fairly long. You'll need to travel 40 kilometres before you can check in to your city hotel.

Step through the doors of Lambert Field and your Troy adventure will have begun! The city's main airport, it's located 40 kilometres from the downtown area.

Troy is serviced by 12 airlines from at least 61 airports across the globe.

United Airlines and American Airlines operate the most flights to Troy. One of the most common ways to travel there is on a United Airlines flight leaving from Chicago.

Flying to a new place is much easier when there aren't any stopovers. If you're jetting off to Troy, the awesome news is that there are roughly 1,206 direct flights each week.

Flights to Troy from Chicago, Dallas and New York airports are the most popular.

If it's Chicago you're departing, you'll be in the sky for around 1 hour and 22 minutes before you arrive in Troy. Airport to airport from Dallas generally takes 1 hour and 43 minutes and from New York, 3 hours and 1 minute.

We all know those lucky jet-setters who somehow manage to land super cheap airfares wherever they go. Want to know how to do it for your Troy vacation? Don't leave it until the last minute to lock in your flight. Another great way to get a bargain is to research all options. If your destination has a few airports, be sure to look into the cost of flying into a smaller terminal. And finally, don't forget that the early bird catches the worm. Familiarize yourself with airfare costs and have your credit card ready to snap up a ticket as soon as you spot an unbeatable bargain. The sweetest deals don't last long.

Wherever you're coming from, flying can be an enjoyable experience if you've prepared well enough. Take a peek at these handy tips that will get your Troy escape started on the right foot. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Air travel can be a stress-free experience if you pack the right gear. Firstly, you'll need toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a fresh change of clothes and a few magazines. Secondly, find a spot in your carry-on bag for your laptop, a charger, any daily medications and maybe a comfy neck pillow too. Lastly, be sure to take your passport, travel docs and your credit cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of restricted items differs between air carriers, the general rule to follow is avoid carrying anything flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes things like box cutters, razor blades, fuel and fireworks. Sporting equipment like golf clubs, and objects that could injure passengers, such as swords and guns, are also banned from the cabin.

What to wear on a flight:

• Choose comfort over style. Prepare for changes in cabin temperature by dressing in layers, and wear flat, enclosed shoes like slip-ons.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by lengthy periods of inactivity, can be a risk on long-haul flights. Walk around the cabin and give your legs a stretch or do some simple exercises in your seat to promote better circulation.

A little pre-planning before you get to the airport will help make your getaway to Troy a pleasure. Here are some top tips for a stress-free journey through security:

• First things first. Your travel documents and passport will need to be presented to airport security personnel. Have them close by so you don't hold up the queue.
• The X-ray machine comes next. Remove anything on you that is likely to set off the alarm. This includes items like headphones or earphones, as well as heavy coats or jackets. They'll all need to go on the X-ray conveyor belt.
• All electronic devices, including your phone and laptop, are also required to be scanned separately.
• Any gels or liquids, such as hair oil or hand cream, that you want to bring 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), zip-lock bag.
• Lightweight sneakers are a clever footwear choice as you're less likely to have to remove them when passing through security. Big boots and other heavy-style shoes are usually subjected to additional screening.
• Airlines won't allow any sharp items or pocket knives to come on board with you. If you must bring these kinds of items, check them in.