Cheap Flights to Fenais da Luz from HK$6,904

Don't leave locking in your flight to Fenais da Luz until the last moment. That's one trick well-versed jet-setters use to get the best deals. Booking well in advance means more options and cheaper flights. Don't stop there, however. Do some research and find out if there are multiple airports at your destination. Prices often differ depending on the airport you jet into. Don't forget to compare prices across air carriers as well. Lastly, another easy way to save a few dollars is be ready to book fast. If you find an amazing bargain, don't hesitate — grab it while you can.

If you're not prepared, air travel can be daunting. But there's no need to worry. Follow these tips and tricks for a pleasant start to your getaway in Fenais da Luz. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane trip can be easy if you bring the right things. First things first, you'll need basic toiletries, such as lip balm and hand cream, a clean pair of socks and a magazine or two. Secondly, leave space in your hand luggage for your laptop, a charger, any vital medications and maybe a quality neck pillow too. Lastly, and most importantly, don't forget to take your passport, travel documents and your credit cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Squeeze all your full-sized bottles of hair gel and hairspray in your checked luggage. Any gels or liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) will be confiscated by security. Sharp or pointed objects, like your trusty Swiss Army knife, and products which are explosive or flammable, such as aerosol cans, flares and fuels, are also restricted.

What to wear on a flight:

• Your main aim is to be as comfortable as possible. Pick slip-on footwear, dress in loose, natural-fibre clothing and remember to take a pullover in case it gets chilly in the cabin.
• Caused by lengthy periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clotting condition that can affect some passengers on long-distance flights. Lower your risks by drinking water, keeping your ankles and legs moving and wearing compression tights or socks.

The answer is simple — be organised. We've put together some helpful hints for a hassle-free trip through airport security. Watch out Fenais da Luz, here you come:

• First things first. Your boarding pass and passport will need to be shown to security personnel. Keep them within easy reach so you don't hold up the line.
• After that, both you and your carry-on luggage will be X-rayed. To speed things up, take off anything that might set the alarms off. Items like your belt, jacket and headphones will be required to go through the machine.
• Your electronic gadgets like phones and laptops will also need to go on a tray for inspection. Don't worry, you'll be back online in no time.
• Remember to remove liquids and gels from your carry-on luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray separately. Each product should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit in a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-lock bag.
• Slip-on shoes are a good footwear choice as you're less likely to be asked to remove them when going through security. Boots and other bulky shoes are often subjected to extra screening.
• Sharp items are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be seized at security, so put them in your checked baggage.