Cheap Flights to Compiègne from HK$311

No matter where you're coming from, flying can be a seamless experience if you've prepared well. We've put together a list of essential travel tips that will help get your Compiègne holiday started on the right note. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane trip can be easy if you pack the right gear. First of all you'll need basic toiletries, such as a toothbrush and lip balm, a spare set of clothes and something to read. Secondly, leave space in your carry-on bag for your phone and charger, medications and maybe a cosy neck pillow too. Lastly, and most importantly, be sure to bring your passport, travel docs and your bank cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Squeeze all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hair gel in your checked baggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) will be confiscated. Pointed or sharp objects, like a Swiss Army knife, and dangerous products which are explosive or flammable, such as aerosol cans, spray paint and matches, are also restricted.

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort should be your highest priority when deciding what to wear during your flight. Loose, breathable clothing is a smart option, as are flat, closed-toe shoes.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a potential risk on long-haul flights. It's the result of blood clots forming due to inactivity and poor circulation, so do some gentle leg and foot exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression tights or socks.

The secret is to be organised before you arrive at the security gate. That way, you'll be hopping onto that plane to Compiègne before you know it. Follow these tips and get your trip off to a great start:

• Security personnel first need to verify that you have a valid ID and matching travel documents before anything else. Have them ready for inspection.
• Your jacket, belt, keys and other items in your pocket, like your headphones, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make your life easier by removing them as your turn draws near.
• All your electronic gadgets, including your phone and laptop, must also be scanned separately.
• Travelling with your favourite perfume or cologne? As long as the volume is no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and it's stored in a clear zip-lock bag, it's fine to bring with you in your carry-on luggage.
• There's a possibility that you'll be asked to take your shoes off for scanning, so wearing slip-on shoes is always a good idea.
• Sharp or pointed items are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be seized at security, so pack them in your checked bags.