If you’re arriving by air, you won’t have to decide which airport to fly into. Markham has just one – Pearson Intl. Airport (YYZ).

The trip from Pearson Intl. Airport (YYZ) to downtown Markham is fairly long. You’ll have to travel 32 kilometres before you can drop your bags at your hotel in the city.

If you’re planning to fly to Markham, you’ll probably be landing at Pearson Intl. Airport (YYZ) (32 kilometres from downtown). Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) (29 kilometres from downtown) is the other major airport that services the city.

Markham is serviced by 43 air carriers from 157 airports around the world.

Markham 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 travelers to depart from.

With 3,466 direct flights operating each week, you’ll be hitting the tarmac in Markham before you can say, “Are we there yet?”

Travelers often jet off from Montreal, Vancouver and Calgary airports when heading to Markham.

If it’s Montreal you’re departing, you’ll be airborne for around 1 hour and 26 minutes before you arrive in Markham. Terminal to terminal from Ottawa takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes and from Queens Village, the average flight time is 1 hour and 42 minutes.

We all know those jet-setters who manage to grab super cheap airfares wherever they go. Want to know how to do it for your Markham vacation? Don’t wait until the last possible moment to secure your flight. Don’t stop there, however. Do some research and check if there are multiple airports at your destination. Ticket prices often differ depending on which airport you pick. Remember to compare fares across air carriers too. Last but not least, another simple way to save a few dollars is be ready to book at a moment’s notice. If you spot a terrific deal, don’t hesitate — grab it while you can.

We’ve rounded up all the info you need to make your flight a stress-free experience. Follow our insider tips and you’ll be speeding through airport security and discovering Markham in no time.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane trip can be a comfortable experience if you carry the right stuff. First things first, you’ll need toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a spare set of clothes and a good novel. Next, find a spot in your carry-on bag for your laptop, a charger, any daily medications and perhaps a blow-up neck pillow as well. Lastly, don’t forget to take your passport, travel papers and your bank cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Leave all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and conditioner in your checked luggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) won’t be allowed on. Sharp objects, like your precious Swiss Army knife, and dangerous products which are explosive or flammable, such as aerosol cans, spray paint and fuels, are also restricted.

What to wear on a flight:

• The aisles of an airplane are not the best place for a fashion parade. Layer up with comfortable clothing and take a sweater as it can get chilly in the cabin on long-haul flights. Enclosed, flat shoes are always a good idea too.
• Unfortunately, one risk of long-distance travel is developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clotting condition caused by prolonged inactivity. To prevent this from happening, make the most of every opportunity to walk around the cabin and stretch your legs. Compression tights and socks are also a great idea to help minimize this risk.

The trick is to be organized before you arrive at airport security. That way, you’ll be stepping onto that plane to Markham in no time at all. Follow these helpful tips and get your trip off to a fantastic start:

• Have your passport and boarding pass someplace easily accessible. They’ll be the first things you’ll be asked to present to airport security.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your jacket, belt, keys and other contents of your pockets, like your headphones, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them as your turn draws near.
• Your electronic gadgets like phones and laptops will also have to go through the machine for inspection. Don’t worry though, you’ll be back online before you know it.
• Any gels or liquids, such as perfume or hand cream, that you want to take on board must be no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). They must also all fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• There’s a possibility that you’ll be required to remove your shoes for scanning, so wearing lightweight sneakers is always a smart idea.
• Take all prohibited items out of your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp objects like a pocket knife or tools, put them in your checked luggage. They won’t be allowed in the cabin.