If you’re arriving by air, you won’t have to think too long which airport to fly into. Reedsburg has just one – Dane County Regional Airport (MSN).

People from all around the world pass through Truax Field every day. Get off the plane, get your bags and you’ll find yourself 72 kilometers from the center of Reedsburg.

Reedsburg is serviced by 5 airlines from 14 airports around the world.

United Airlines and American Airlines operate the largest proportion of flights to Reedsburg. One of the most popular ways to travel there is with a United Airlines flight from Chicago.

With around 226 direct flights each week, you’ll be hitting the tarmac in Reedsburg before you have time to say, “Are we there yet?”

Flights to Reedsburg from Chicago, Detroit and Minneapolis - St. Paul airports are very popular.

If it’s Chicago you’re leaving behind, you’ll be in the sky for around 1 hour and 3 minutes before you touchdown in Reedsburg. Terminal to terminal from Detroit takes approximately 1 hour and 18 minutes and from Minneapolis - St. Paul, the average flight time is 1 hour and 6 minutes.

We’ve all come across those lucky jet-setters who somehow manage to nab impossibly cheap plane tickets wherever they go. Eager to know how to do it for your Reedsburg vacation? Don’t wait until the very last minute to secure your flight. Also, look around online and compare your options. If your destination has more than one airport, you may be able to score a great price by flying into a smaller terminal. Finally, another simple way to save a few dollars is be ready to book at a moment’s notice. If you see a terrific deal, don’t hold off — snap it up while the opportunity’s there.

Wherever you’re coming from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you’ve prepared well enough. Check out these essential travel tips that will help get your Reedsburg escape started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The secret to having a great flight experience is to plan ahead. First up, the essentials: passport, travel docs, credit cards and vital medications. Next, bring on board items that’ll help while away those hours, like some electronic gadgets or a thrilling book. You’ll also want to pack your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of earphones. Last but not least, don’t forget to toss in toiletry items like a toothbrush, deodorant and a clean set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Squeeze all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hairspray in your checked luggage. Any liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated. Sharp objects, like your pocket knife, and dangerous goods which are flammable or explosive, such as aerosol cans, flares and strong acids, are also prohibited.

What to wear on a flight:

• The long, narrow aisles of your aircraft are not the place for a fashion parade. Layer up with comfy clothing and bring a cardigan as it can get quite cool in the cabin during long-haul flights. Enclosed, flat shoes are also a good idea.
• Unfortunately, a risk of long-distance flying is developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clotting condition caused by extended periods of inactivity. To prevent this, make the most of every opportunity to wander around the cabin. Compression socks and tights are another great idea to help lower your risk.

As savvy travelers know, the secret is to be organized before you arrive at airport security. That way, you’ll be stepping onto that plane to Reedsburg in the blink of an eye. Follow these helpful tips and get your trip off to a spectacular start:

• Be sure to have your ID and travel documents someplace easily accessible. They’re the first things you’ll be asked for by security.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your belt, coat, keys and other items in your pocket, like coins, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them as your turn draws near.
• For just a few minutes, you’ll need to unplug from the digital world. Your laptop, phone and any other electronics will need to go through the scanner.
• Don’t forget to remove gels and liquids from your carry-on bag. They often need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each item should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit in a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-close bag.
• There’s a chance you’ll need to take your shoes off to be X-rayed, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a wise idea.
• Take all prohibited items out of your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp or pointed objects, pack them in your checked suitcase. They won’t be allowed on board and will be confiscated.