Cheap Flights to Chilmark from HK$714

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

• Travelling on a plane can be easy if you've got all the right things. Firstly, you'll want some basic toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a spare set of clothes and a good novel. Next, find a spot in your bag for your phone, tablet and chargers, any daily medications and perhaps a proper neck pillow too. Last, but definitely not least, remember to bring your passport, travel docs and your credit cards.

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 avoid carrying anything flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes screwdrivers, knives, fuels and bleaching agents. Sporting equipment like ice skates, and items that could injure passengers, such as pepper spray and firearms, can't come on board with you either.

What to wear on a flight:

• The aisles of an airplane aren't the place for a fashion parade. Don comfortable layers and pick shoes that are roomy, flat and easy to remove.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a potential risk on long-haul flights. It results from blood clotting due to poor circulation and inactivity, so do some gentle foot and leg exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression tights or socks.

As savvy travellers know, the secret is to be well organised before you reach the airport security gate. That way, you'll be stepping onto that plane to Chilmark in no time flat. Follow these tips and get your trip off to a flying start:

• Keep your passport and boarding pass close by. They'll be the first things you'll be asked to present to airport security.
• The X-ray machine comes next. Remove anything metal on you that is likely to set off the alarm. This includes things like earphones or headphones, as well as your coat or jacket. They'll all need to go on the X-ray conveyor belt.
• All electronic devices, including your tablet and phone, are also required to be scanned separately.
• Don't forget to remove liquids and gels from your hand luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray separately. Each item should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
• There's a possibility that you'll need to remove your shoes for scanning, so wearing slip-on shoes is always a smart idea.
• Airlines will not allow any sharp objects in your hand luggage. If you need to bring these kinds of items, check them in.