Flights to Bairiki, Tarawa from NT$60,446

We've pulled together all the info you need to make your flight as pain-free as possible. Follow our tips and you'll be breezing through the airport and enjoying Bairiki before you know it.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane trip can be a pleasure if you've got all the right stuff. First of all you'll need basic toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a clean pair of socks and a few magazines. Next, find room in your carry-on bag for your electronic devices, chargers, your important medications and perhaps a quality neck pillow too. Lastly, don't forget to bring your passport, travel docs and some cash.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of prohibited items differs between airlines, the general rule to follow is nothing sharp, flammable or explosive. This includes things like screwdrivers, knives, spray paint and flares. Sporting equipment like ice skates, and items that could harm other people, such as swords and guns, are also banned from the cabin.

What to wear on a flight:

• The long, narrow aisles of your aircraft are no place for a fashion parade. Layer yourself up with comfortable clothes and remember to bring a sweater as it can get quite cool inside the cabin during long-haul flights. Closed-toed, flat shoes are also a wise idea.
• A condition known as DVT (deep vein thrombosis) can pose a risk on long-distance flights. It's the result of blood clots forming due to poor circulation. Doing foot and leg exercises in your seat is a great way to prevent this happening. Wearing a good-quality pair of compression tights or socks is also recommended.

As savvy travelers know, the secret is to be well organized before you get to the security gate. That way, you'll be hopping onto that plane to Bairiki in a flash. Follow these helpful tips and get your trip off to a terrific start:

• Have your travel documents and passport someplace easily accessible. They're the first things you'll be asked to show at airport security.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your belt, jacket, keys and other small items, like coins, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them before your turn arrives.
• All your electronic gadgets, including your phone and tablet, must also be scanned.
• Any gels or liquids, such as perfume or toothpaste, that you want to bring on board must be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). They must also all fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-close bag.
• Choosing your footwear wisely can save you a few precious minutes. Boots and heavy shoes are often required to be removed and separately scanned. Lightweight sneakers are usually not.
• Sharp items such as knives and scissors are not allowed in the cabin. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them safely away in your checked bags.