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Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is the sole airport serving Dirleton.

Edinburgh Airport is 40 kilometres from downtown Dirleton, so prepare yourself for a reasonable commute into the city.

With one major airport in Dirleton, it won't take very long to get your hands on the best flight. You'll be taking off to EDI, which sits around 40 kilometres from downtown.

There are 27 airlines connecting Dirleton with 107 airports from all over the globe.

Most of the flights heading to Dirleton are offered by British Airways. The most well-known route departs from London, and British Airways flies this route the most.

With roughly 791 nonstop flights each week, you'll be hitting the tarmac in Dirleton before you can say, "Are we there yet?"

Flights to Dirleton departing from London, Dublin and Belfast airports are the most popular.

If you’re heading to Dirleton from London, you’re looking at a flight duration of 1 hour and 22 minutes. Those taking off from Dublin can expect to be travelling for 1 hour and 10 minutes. From Schiphol it's about 1 hour and 29 minutes away.

If you'd like to save some cash on your trip to Dirleton, listen up! As any experienced jet-setter will tell you, don't leave booking until the last minute. Prices are usually highest close to the departure date. Another fantastic way to get the most competitive fare is to research all options. If your destination has a few airports, don't forget to look into the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. Last but not least, be ready to secure your seat quickly if you stumble on a great deal. It might not be available for long. With a bit of knowledge and a little good fortune, the perfect airfare can be yours.

Wherever you're jetting in from, flying can be an enjoyable experience if you're prepared. We've compiled a list of handy tips that will get your Dirleton escape started on the right note.

What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane ride can be a cruisy experience if you pack the right stuff. Firstly, you'll need basic toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a clean set of clothes and a few magazines. Secondly, leave space in your carry-on bag for your phone, tablet and chargers, any daily medications and maybe a blow-up neck pillow as well. Lastly, don't forget to bring your passport, travel docs and your credit cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Pack all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and conditioner in your checked baggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated by authorities. Sharp or pointed objects, like your Swiss Army knife, and products which are flammable or explosive, such as aerosol cans, spray paint and matches, are also banned.

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort really should be the goal when selecting what to wear during your flight. Consider your choice of footwear carefully too, as swollen ankles and feet are a common occurrence. Flat shoes which are slightly roomy are always a sensible way to go.
• Caused by lengthy periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition that can affect some passengers on long-distance flights. The great news is there are numerous ways to reduce your risk of developing it. Keep your fluids up, get up and walk around the cabin wherever possible and wear compression tights or socks.

Being prepared before you arrive at the airport will help make your trip to Dirleton a piece of cake. Check out our useful tips for a speedy journey through security:

• Be sure to have your passport and boarding pass within close reach. They'll be the first things you'll be asked to present to airport security.
• After that, both you and your hand luggage will be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, remove anything that is likely to trigger the alarm. Items like your belt, coat and headphones will be required to go through the machine.
• All electronic devices, including your tablet and phone, must also be separately scanned.
• Remove liquids and gels from your carry-on luggage. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each product should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit inside a single quart-size (one litre), clear zip-lock bag.
• It's also likely that you'll need to remove your shoes for scanning, so wearing lightweight sneakers is always a wise idea.
• Sharp items such as knives and scissors are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be seized at security, so pack them in your checked baggage.