Cheap Flights to Lautoka from HK$1,440

No matter where you're coming from, flying can be a seamless experience if you've prepared well enough. We've compiled a list of handy tips and tricks that will help get your Lautoka vacation started on the right note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane trip can be easy if you take the right stuff. First things first, you'll need toiletry items, such as deodorant, toothpaste and a toothbrush, a spare change of clothes and a good book. Next, find room in your bag for your electronic devices, chargers, any daily medications and maybe a quality neck pillow as well. Last, but definitely not least, be sure to bring your passport, travel documents and some cash.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of restricted items differs between airlines, the general guide to follow is nothing flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes things like knives, scissors, spray paint and flares. Sporting equipment like hockey sticks, and items that could injure passengers, such as firearms and swords, are also banned from the cabin.

What to wear on a flight:

• The narrow aisles of an aircraft are not the place for a fashion parade. Wear comfortable clothes and take a sweater as the temperature can drop in the cabin during long-haul flights. Flat, enclosed shoes are also a good choice.
• Most travelers have heard about DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clotting condition caused by long periods of inactivity. There's plenty you can do to reduce your risk. Wear compression socks, stay hydrated and get your legs and feet moving. Do a few laps of the cabin or perform some stretches in your seat.

The trick is to be well organized before you arrive at the security gate. That way, you'll be stepping onto that plane to Lautoka in no time flat. Follow these tips and get your vacation off to a terrific start:

• Airport security personnel first need to make sure that you have a valid passport and boarding pass before anything else. Keep them within easy reach.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your coat, belt, keys and other contents of your pockets, like coins, will need to go on a tray through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them before your turn arrives.
• For just a few minutes, you'll have to unplug from the digital world. Your laptop, phone and any other electronic gadgets will need to be sent through the scanner.
• Any liquids or gels, such as perfume or toothpaste, that you want to bring on board need to be in containers no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). Also, everything must fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• The right choice of footwear can save you several minutes. Boots are often required to be removed and separately scanned. Slip-on sneakers usually aren't.
• Sharp items such as knives and scissors are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them in your checked bags.