Over 37 million visitors per year come to Atlantic City, many of them via the Atlantic City airport, to shop, visit amusement parts, gamble, experience the world-class resorts, and four miles of scenic boardwalk, and in general enjoy all of the marvelous attractions that the New Jersey shore has to offer.

Flights to Atlantic City can often be had cheap if you know where to look. Discount online airfare finders online are some of the best and most convenient places to look for an Atlantic City ticket. It takes a bit of time and patience but for the right price it can be worth it. Those leaving mid-week, on a Tuesday or Wednesday, or during off-peak season (October - April) will give you the best value for your money. If you're flexible with your trip plans and you have the ability to leave during a period of flexible dates, you can also find last-minute clearance airfares on web sites such as Hotwire.com that fly into the Atlantic City airport for a fraction of the cost of other posted fares. You can also use frequent flyer miles, or check for package deals including flight, hotel, and car rental online or through your travel agent to get the best deals. Also, be certain that you want to purchase your tickets to Atlantic City for the exact days that are discounted, often once you push the button, there's no going back -- meaning no refunds, and no changes can be made.

Depending on where you're coming from, if it's within the continental United States, your flights to Atlantic City generally won't exceed 8 hours total, including stopovers. Once you've arrived in the Atlantic City airport you'll be in good company: total passenger traffic at the airport in 2004 was over 1 million and increases each year.

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Whether you're traveling into the Atlantic City Airport soon, or you've seen affordable tickets to Atlantic City you're considering purchasing, keep in mind a vacation package including hotel, rental car, and possible sightseeing tours is very often the most affordable option, especially for those traveling in groups of 2 or more. Many times you can call ahead to your travel agent and have he or she keep on the lookout for flights to Atlantic City a few months in advance to get the best deals. Make sure you let your agent know what sights you're interested as well, whether you want to see Lucy The Elephant, The Absecon Lighthouse, Steel Pier, or all three. Chances are that with enough advanced planning the cost of your tickets to Atlantic City will be the last thing on your mind as you plan your trip to the New Jersey Shore.