Find cheap flights to Dayton (DAY), United States

Located in southwest Ohio, Dayton is the center of the state's Dayton-Springfield-Greenville metro area. Many of the city's cultural attractions center around two of its most famous residents: the Wright Brothers. Visitors can tour the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force at the Wright Patterson Air Force Base, visit the Aviation Trail Visitor Center and Museum, and gaze upon the Flyover, a downtown sculpture that retraces the flight path of the Wright Brothers' first powered plane. Families will want to visit kid-friendly attractions like the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery. This children's science museum exhibits an extensive natural history collection as well as a small zoo of more than 100 animals. Fans of the performance arts should check out the Dayton Opera or the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, both situated along Main Street. As for food, visitors can sample the cuisine at one of the city's many pizza joints and submarine sandwich shops. If you're looking for Dayton's nightlife scene, head southeast of downtown to the historic Oregon District. This hip area of town boasts a number of local art galleries, boutique shops, nightclubs and cafes. Tourists in search of luxury can find Dayton hotel deals in the downtown district. Or for an intimate stay, compare prices at the city's selection of inns and guesthouses. You can find cheap flights to Dayton on Travelzoo's SuperSearch.

Located just nine miles north of Dayton's Central Business District, the Dayton International Airport (DAY) serves the Dayton-Springfield-Greenville metro area. Although the facility is fairly small, most major domestic carriers fly there. You can search for cheap airfare from Baltimore, Newark, New York and other East Coast cities on AirTran Airways, Continental, United and US Airways.

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If you not finding cheap flights to Dayton, compare airfare to Cincinnati, which is only about 60 miles away. You can also search for flights to Columbus, which is only about 70 miles away.   

Nicknamed the Gem City, Dayton offers visitors a treasure trove of historical sites and cultural attractions. Many of these center around the city's role in aviation history. Serving as the hometown of the famous Wright Brothers, Dayton has preserved much of the inventors' belongings. One of the most patronized attractions is the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. Made up of several sites throughout the Dayton area, the park contains the Wright Cycle Company building, which in the late 19th century served as one of the locations for the Wright Brothers' bicycle shop. It also claims the Huffman Prairie Flying Field in nearby Fairborn. This 84-acre pasture is where the Wright brothers perfected their airplane as well as their flying skills.

Tourists can also learn about the history of aviation beyond just the Wright Brothers. The National Museum of the United States Air Force is located at the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, and it is the largest and oldest military aviation museum in the world. One of the most visited displays in the museum is the National Aviation Hall of Fame, which includes dozens of inductees whose efforts advanced the field of flight.

In addition to the various aviation-themed attractions, Dayton also has a vibrant arts scene. The Dayton Art Institute is a 60,000-square foot museum that contains more than 20,000 objects spanning about 5,000 years. The city also boasts one of the oldest professional dance companies in the U.S., the Dayton Ballet.

Get some fresh air at the Five Rivers Metroparks. This public park system, which serves the greater Dayton area, spans more than 14,000 acres. In the summer, the parks host weekly cultural events. In the winter, visitors can strap on a pair of skates and glide across the park's ice-skating rink.

Shoppers looking for unique buys can visit the PNC Second Street Market. Located near downtown Dayton, it is the city's largest and oldest public market. Here, visitors can purchase local produce, baked goods, cheeses and other edibles from more than 50 vendors.

At night, head to the Oregon District. Besides showcasing some of the city's earliest architecture, the historic neighborhood boasts an array of entertainment options. Take a stroll down East Fifth Street and stop in one of the bars or restaurants. The area also boasts a movie theater and a comedy club.