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Manchester Airport (MAN) is the only airport serving Haydock.

Lengthy commutes aren't a big deal if you work out your strategy ahead of time. Downtown Haydock is 29 kilometres from Ringway Airport, so it's wise to know how to get to the city before you touchdown.

Travellers heading to Haydock can choose to hit the tarmac at two major airports. Ringway Airport is 29 kilometres away from the centre of town. Liverpool Airport is 19 kilometres away.

Haydock is serviced by 49 airlines from at least 156 worldwide airports.

Aer Lingus, Ryanair and Ryanair UK fly the most frequently to Haydock. The majority of these flights come in from Dublin, with Aer Lingus having the most services on this route.

Flying to a new place is much more fun when there aren't any stopovers to worry about. If you're heading to Haydock, the good news is that there are roughly 1,609 nonstop flights every week.

The most popular flights to Haydock depart from Belfast, Dublin and Alicante airports.

If it's Dublin you're departing, you'll be in the air for around 59 minutes before you arrive in Haydock. Runway to runway from Belfast typically takes 55 minutes and from Schiphol, it's 1 hour and 21 minutes.

Don't leave locking in your flight to Haydock until the very last minute. That's one trick seasoned jet-setters use to get the best prices. Booking in advance means more choices and more affordable flights. Another fantastic way to score a bargain is to compare all options. If where you're headed has several airports, look into the cost of flying into a smaller terminal. Lastly, another easy way to save some money is be ready to book at a moment's notice. If you find a good bargain, don't hold off — snap it up while you've got the chance.

Depending on where you’re coming from, your trip to Haydock could be a piece of cake or it could drag on forever. We've pulled together some useful hints that will help you start your next big adventure on the right foot.

What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane ride can be a comfortable experience if you've got all the right things. Firstly, you'll want some toiletry items, such as a toothbrush and hairbrush, a spare set of clothes and a few magazines. Secondly, find a spot in your bag for your phone and charger, any daily medications and maybe a neck pillow too. Last, but definitely not least, don't forget to take your passport, travel docs and some cash.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Make sure you don't have a sharp object hiding in your carry-on luggage. Other banned items include explosive or flammable substances, such as fuel and matches, and gels and liquids in containers with a volume of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort should always be your main priority when deciding what to wear during your flight. Consider your choice of footwear with care too, as swollen feet are a common side effect of flying. Slightly roomy, flat shoes work well.
• Caused by sustained periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot condition that can affect some passengers on long-distance flights. The good news is there are proven ways to significantly reduce your risk of developing it. Keep your fluids up, walk up and down the aisles as much as possible and wear compression tights or socks.

As savvy travellers know, the secret is to be organised before you arrive at the airport security gate. That way, you'll be boarding that plane to Haydock in a flash. Follow these helpful tips and get your holiday off to a great start:

• Be sure to have your ID and boarding pass within close reach. They're the first things you'll be asked to show at security.
• 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 easier by removing them before your turn.
• For just a few moments, you'll need to unplug from the digital world. Your laptop, phone and any other electronic gadgets also need to be sent through the scanner.
• Remove all gels and liquids from your carry-on bag. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray separately. Each item should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-lock bag.
• Choosing your footwear wisely can save you valuable minutes. Boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Lightweight sneakers are usually not.
• Avoid taking prohibited items in your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp objects like a pocket knife or tools, put them in your checked baggage. They won't be allowed in the cabin.