If you’re arriving by air, you won’t have to decide which airport to choose. Snell has just one – Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).

A flight to Snell means touching down at DCA. Get off the plane, collect your luggage and you’ll be 88 kilometres from the center of town.

Snell is serviced by 8 airlines from 96 airports around the world.

In general, travelers choose to fly with JetBlue Airways, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines when heading to Snell. The biggest proportion of these flights arrive from Boston, with JetBlue Airways operating this route the most frequently.

With around 2,948 nonstop flights operating every week, you’ll be landing in Snell before you have time to say, “Are we there yet?”

A large number of flights to Snell depart from Boston, Atlanta and Chicago airports.

If it’s Boston you’re departing, you’ll be midair for around 1 hour and 45 minutes before you touchdown in Snell. Terminal to terminal from Chicago takes around 1 hour and 47 minutes and from Queens Village, 1 hour and 23 minutes.

If you’d like to save some cash on your trip to Snell, then listen up! As any seasoned traveler knows, don’t book at the very last minute. Airfares are often highest close to the departure date. Don’t stop there, though. Do some research and see if there are multiple airports at your destination. Fares often differ depending on which airport you go for. Remember to compare prices across air carriers too. Last of all, be ready to book quickly if you find an irresistible price. It might not be available for too long. With a bit of knowledge and a little good fortune, the ideal airfare will be yours.

Depending on where you’re coming from, your trip to Snell could be no sweat at all or it could drag on forever. We’ve compiled some useful travel tips that will help you start your next great escape on a positive note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The secret to having a hassle-free flight experience is to pack in advance. So, let’s start with the essentials: passport, travel docs, cash and vital medications. Next, bring on board items that’ll help pass the time, like some electronic gadgets or a few magazines. It’s also wise to pack your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of earphones. Last but not least, be sure to pop in toiletries like a toothbrush, deodorant and a spare change of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Pack all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hair gel in your checked luggage. Any liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated by security. Sharp objects, like your treasured pocket knife, and products which are flammable or explosive, such as flares, chemicals agents and strong acids, are also restricted.

What to wear on a flight:

• The aisles of your airplane are not the best place for a fashion parade. Layer up with comfortable clothing and pack a sweater as it can get chilly inside the cabin. Slightly roomy, flat shoes are also a good choice.
• Most of us have heard about deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by reduced mobility or inactivity. There are plenty of ways to minimize your risk. Wear a quality pair of compression socks or tights, stay well hydrated and move your legs and feet. Walk the aisles of the cabin or perform some simple exercises in your seat.

A little pre-planning before you arrive at the airport will help make your getaway to Snell a piece of cake. We’ve compiled some top tips for a stress-free journey past security:

• Keep your passport and travel documents within easy reach. They’ll be the first things you’ll be asked to present to airport security.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your coat, 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 before your turn.
• Your electronic devices like laptops and phones will also have to go through the machine to be scanned. Don’t worry though, you’ll be back online soon enough.
• Want to bring along your favorite perfume? Not a problem. As long as the volume is no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and it’s stored in a zip-lock bag, you can keep it with you in your carry-on baggage.
• It’s also likely that you’ll need to remove your shoes for scanning, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a smart idea.
• Airlines won’t allow any pocket knives or other sharp items to come on board with you. If you need to bring these kinds of items, pack them safely in your checked luggage.