If you’re arriving by air, you won’t have to worry which airport to fly into. Yosemite Village has just one – San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).

There are 44 air carriers connecting Yosemite Village with 118 airports around the world.

Yosemite Village receives the majority of its flights from Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines with Alaska Airlines being the favorite choice of airline. Los Angeles is the most popular city for passengers to jet off from.

With approximately 3,226 nonstop flights operating every week, you’ll be touching down in Yosemite Village before you can say, “Are we there yet?”

Travelers often jet off from Los Angeles, Seattle and New York airports when flying to Yosemite Village.

If it’s Los Angeles you’re departing, you’ll be midair for around 1 hour and 14 minutes before you touchdown in Yosemite Village. Tarmac to tarmac from Seattle takes around 2 hours and 9 minutes and from Las Vegas, the flight time is 1 hour and 25 minutes.

If you’d like to save some cash on your Yosemite Village vacation, listen up! As every experienced traveler will tell you, don’t leave booking until the last minute. Fares are often highest close to the departure date. Also, do some online research and compare your options. If your destination has a few airports, you may be able to score a fantastic price by flying into one a little farther out. Last of all, be ready to secure your seat quickly if you stumble on a great price. It might not be available for too long. With a bit of knowledge and a little luck, the ideal fare can be yours.

If you’re poorly prepared, airports and flying can be daunting. But there’s no need to worry. Follow these tips and tricks and enjoy a trouble-free start to your getaway in Yosemite Village.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The secret to having an amazing travel experience is to pack ahead. Start with the essentials: passport, official ID, cash and medications. Next, bring on board items that’ll help pass the time, like your laptop or a few magazines. It’s also wise to bring your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of earplugs. Finally, don’t forget to chuck in toiletries like a toothbrush, deodorant and a spare change of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Check carefully that you don’t have a Swiss Army knife hiding in your carry-on luggage. Other prohibited items include explosive or flammable substances, such as fuel and fireworks, and liquids and gels in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort should always be your main priority when selecting what to wear on board. Consider your footwear carefully too, as swelling of the feet and ankles are a common side effect of flying. Flat, slightly roomy shoes are always a sensible way to go.
• The condition by the name of DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a risk on long-haul flights. It’s the result of blood clotting due to poor circulation and inactivity. Walking around the cabin and doing regular foot and leg exercises while seated is a great way to prevent this happening. Wearing a high-quality pair of compression socks or tights may also help.

It’s easy — be prepared. We’ve compiled some handy tips and tricks for a speedy trip through security. Watch out Yosemite Village, here you come:

• Security personnel first need to see that you have a valid ID and matching travel documents before anything else. Have them within easy reach, ready for inspection.
• After that, both you and your hand luggage must be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, take off anything that is likely to trigger the alarm. Personal belongings like your coat, belt and headphones need to go through the machine.
• Electronic devices like laptops and phones will also have to go through the machine for inspection. No need to worry though, you’ll be back online in no time.
• Can’t travel without your favorite hand and nail cream? Not a problem. As long as the volume is no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and it’s stored in a clear zip-close bag, it’s OK to bring with you on board.
• Slip-on shoes are a clever footwear choice as you’re less likely to be asked to remove them when going through security. Hiking boots and heavier-style shoes are often subjected to extra screening.
• Airlines will not allow any sharp or pointed objects in your carry-on baggage. If you must bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked baggage.