Flights to Deqin, Yunnan from NT$8,882

Deqin has only one airport, Diqing Airport (DIG).

The journey from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to downtown Deqin is reasonably long. You’ll have to travel 31 kilometers before you can drop your bags at your hotel in the city.

There are a total of 21 air carriers connecting Deqin with 36 airports around the world.

Deqin receives the largest number of flights from Ruili Airlines, Lucky Air and Beijing Capital Airlines with Ruili Airlines being the favorite choice of carrier. Jinghong (JHG-Xishuangbanna) is the most popular city for travelers to set off from.

Organizing an unforgettable Deqin adventure is child’s play when there are 547 direct flights every week to choose from.

Travelers often set off from Guangzhou, Chongqing and Nanjing airports when flying to Deqin.

Which city you depart from determines how long you’ll be strapped into your seat. From Jinghong (JHG-Xishuangbanna) to Deqin, the average flight time is 1 hour and 14 minutes. From Changsha it takes about 2 hours and 23 minutes, and from Shanghai it’s 3 hours and 50 minutes.

Don’t leave locking in your flight to Deqin until the last moment. That’s one move savvy travelers use to get the best prices. Booking ahead means more choices and cheaper flights. Another great way to land the best deal is to research all options. If where you’re headed has a few airports, be sure to look into the cost of flying into a smaller terminal. Last but not least, another easy way to save some money is be ready to book at a moment’s notice. If you come across a good deal, don’t hesitate — snap it up while you can.

Depending on where you’re coming from, your trip to Deqin could be as easy as pie or it could drag on forever. Here are some useful hints that will help you start your next big adventure on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• First, pack in your passport, travel docs, bank cards and medications. Next, you’ll want some in-flight entertainment to while away the time. A thrilling book and a phone crammed with your favorite movies are some great options. If you plan to catch forty winks, a neck pillow and a pair of earplugs will also be useful. Finally, leave some space for a few toiletry items so you’ll arrive looking and feeling fresh.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Check carefully that you don’t have a Swiss Army knife hiding in the bottom of your carry-on luggage. Other restricted items include explosive or flammable goods, like aerosols and matches, and liquids and gels in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort should be your main priority when deciding what to wear on your flight. Consider your footwear with care too, as swelling of the feet and ankles can be a side effect of flying. Flat, slightly roomy shoes are your best bet.
• A condition known as DVT (deep vein thrombosis) can pose a risk on long-distance flights. It results from blood clotting due to inactivity and poor circulation. Walking around the cabin and doing regular foot and leg exercises while seated is a great way to prevent this occurring. Wearing a high-quality pair of compression socks or tights is also a wise idea.

The answer is simple — be organized. We’ve rounded up some helpful hints for a stress-free trip through airport security. Watch out Deqin, here you come:

• Your travel documents and ID will need to be shown to airport security. Have them close by so you don’t hold up the line.
• The X-ray machine comes next. Remove anything on you that is likely to set off the alarm. This includes things like earphones or headphones, as well as heavy coats or jackets. They’ll all need to go on the X-ray conveyor belt.
• Your electronic gadgets like phones and laptops will also have to go on a tray to be scanned. Don’t worry, you’ll be back online before you know it.
• Remove all liquids and gels from your hand luggage. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each product should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit in a single quart-size (one liter), clear zip-close bag.
• The right choice of footwear can save you a few precious minutes. Hiking boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Slip-on sneakers usually aren’t.
• Sharp items such as knives and scissors are not allowed on board. They’ll be seized at security, so pack them safely away in your checked baggage.