Cheap Flights to Harwich from CA $381

Many people prefer to fly into Stansted Airport (STN) when visiting the vibrant city of Harwich.

If you're flying to Harwich, you'll probably land at STN (72 kilometres from downtown). Southend Airport (SEN) (56 kilometres from downtown) is the other major airport that services the city.

There are a total of 10 air carriers connecting Harwich with 152 airports from all over the globe.

Flying to a new place is much easier when there aren't any annoying stopovers to slow you down. If you're making your way to Harwich, the awesome news is that there are roughly 1,538 nonstop flights operating every week.

Flights to Harwich from Dublin, Istanbul and Edinburgh airports are the most popular.

Where you depart from determines how much of the in-flight entertainment you'll get to see. From Dublin to Harwich, the average flight time is 1 hour and 20 minutes. From Istanbul it's around 4 hours and 11 minutes, and from Edinburgh it's 1 hour and 21 minutes.

Don't leave locking in your flight to Harwich until the very last minute. That's one trick seasoned travellers use to get the best prices. Booking ahead means more choices and more affordable flights. Also, do some online research and compare your options. If your destination has more than one airport, you may be able to pick up a better price by flying into one a little farther out. Finally, another simple way to save a few dollars is be ready to book fast. If you find an amazing bargain, don't think twice — grab it while you've got the chance.

Wherever you're jetting in from, flying can be a pleasurable experience if you're well organized. We've compiled a list of handy tips that will help get your Harwich escape started on the right note. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• First and foremost, pack your passport, official ID, bank cards and daily medications. Next, you'll need some entertainment to while away the time. A juicy book and a phone filled with your favourite movies are some terrific options. If you plan to take a short nap, a neck pillow and a pair of noise-cancelling headphones will also come in handy. Finally, make room for a toothbrush and some cleansing wipes so you'll touchdown feeling fresh and raring to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Make sure you don't have a sharp object lurking in one of the compartments of your carry-on luggage. Other prohibited items include flammable or explosive goods, such as aerosol cans and fuel, and gels and liquids in containers with a volume of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort should be your priority when choosing what to wear on your flight. Loose, breathable clothing is a wise option, as are flat, slip-on shoes.
• The result of prolonged periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot condition that can affect passengers during long flights. Reduce the risks by drinking water, keeping your lower limbs moving and wearing compression socks or tights.

As savvy travellers know, the secret is to be well prepared before you get to security. That way, you'll be stepping onto that plane to Harwich in no time at all. Follow these helpful tips and get your trip off to a great start:

• Have your ID and boarding pass within close reach. They'll be the first things you'll be asked to show at airport security.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your jacket, belt, keys and other contents of your pockets, like coins, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them as your turn draws near.
• Electronic devices like laptops and phones will also have to go on a tray for inspection. Don't worry though, you'll be back online in no time.
• Any liquids or gels, such as lip balm or cologne, that you want to take on board must be no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, they all must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), zip-lock bag.
• It's also likely that you'll be asked to take your shoes off for scanning, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a wise idea.
• Sharp or pointed objects (like knives and scissors) are not allowed in the cabin. They'll be seized at security, so pack them in your checked suitcase.