Collingwood is served by more than one airport, but most visitors touch down at Pearson Intl. Airport (YYZ).

Collingwood is serviced by 43 airlines from at least 157 airports across the globe.

Collingwood receives most of its flights from Air Canada, WestJet and Air Transat with Air Canada being the favorite choice of airline. Montreal is the most popular city for passengers to set off from.

Flying to someplace new is much more fun when there aren’t any stopovers to worry about. If you’re off to Collingwood, the awesome news is that there are roughly 3,513 direct flights each week.

Travelers frequently depart from Montreal, Vancouver and Calgary airports when flying to Collingwood.

If you’re flying to Collingwood from Montreal, you’ll have a flight duration of 1 hour and 26 minutes. Those leaving from Ottawa can expect to be midair for 1 hour and 10 minutes. From Queens Village it’s 1 hour and 42 minutes away.

Don’t leave booking your flight to Collingwood until the last moment. That’s one trick frequent travelers use to get the best deals. Booking in advance means more options and more affordable flights. Don’t stop there, however. Do some research and see if there are a couple of airports at your destination. Ticket prices often differ depending on which airport you fly into. Make sure you compare fares across airlines too. Finally, be ready to book quickly if you stumble on a real bargain. It might not stick around for too long! With a bit of knowledge and some luck, the perfect airfare can be yours.

Wherever you’re coming from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you’re prepared. We’ve compiled a list of essential travel tips that will get your Collingwood vacation started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Traveling on a plane can be a stress-free experience if you bring the right stuff. Firstly, you’ll want some basic toiletry items, such as a toothbrush and some deodorant, a spare set of clothes and a good book. Next, find room in your carry-on bag for your electronic gadgets, chargers, your important medications and perhaps a cozy neck pillow too. Lastly, and most importantly, remember to take your passport, travel documents and your credit cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Pack all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hairspray in your checked baggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated. Sharp objects, like your treasured Swiss Army knife, and dangerous products which are explosive or flammable, such as spray paint, flares and fireworks, are also restricted.

What to wear on a flight:

• Your aim here is to feel as comfortable as you can. Layer up in natural fibers and pack a jacket in case you get cold. Pick flat, well-fitting shoes as your feet may swell during the journey. Leave the stilettos and heavy hiking boots in your checked luggage.
• Unfortunately, a risk of long-distance travel is developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clotting condition caused by lengthy periods of inactivity. To prevent this from happening, make the most of every opportunity to walk around and give your legs a stretch. Compression tights and socks are another simple way to help reduce this risk.

The answer is — be prepared. We’ve pulled together some useful tips for an easy trip through airport security. Watch out Collingwood, here you come:

• First things first. Your boarding pass and travel ID will need to be inspected by airport security. Have them close by to avoid fumbling around for them.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your jacket, belt, keys and other contents of your pockets, like coins, will need to go on a tray through the X-ray machine. Make your life easier by removing them as it gets closer to your turn.
• Electronic devices like phones and laptops will also have to go on a tray to be scanned. Don’t worry though, you’ll be back online soon enough.
• Don’t forget to remove gels and liquids from your carry-on luggage. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray machine separately. Each product should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-close bag.
• Choosing your footwear wisely can save you valuable minutes. Hiking boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Lightweight sneakers usually aren’t.
• Sharp items are not allowed in the cabin. They’ll be seized at security, so put them in your checked bags.