Flights to Habikino, Osaka from NT$6,715

Most people prefer to fly into Itami Airport (ITM) when visiting the buzzing city of Habikino. However, there are a couple of airports in the region, so bear that in mind when booking.

Itami Airport is 31 kilometers from downtown Habikino, so prepare yourself for a bit of a journey into the center of the city.

With a range of airports in one place, travelers are spoiled for choice when flying to Habikino. If you hit the tarmac at Kansai Intl. Airport, you’ll find yourself 32 kilometers from the downtown area. There’s also Itami Airport (31 kilometers away) and Kobe Airport (UKB) (32 kilometers away).

Habikino is serviced by 45 airlines from at least 53 airports around the world.

ANA and JAL fly frequently into Habikino. Catching an ANA flight from Tokyo is one of the most popular ways to get there.

With roughly 2,405 direct flights running each week, you’ll be landing in Habikino before you can ask, “Are we there yet?”

A large number of flights to Habikino set off from Tokyo, Incheon and Naha airports.

If it’s Tokyo you’re departing, you’ll be airborne for around 1 hour and 25 minutes before you touchdown in Habikino. Runway to runway from Chitose takes about 2 hours and 8 minutes and from Naha, 1 hour and 52 minutes.

Don’t leave locking in your flight to Habikino until the last moment. That’s one move frequent travelers use to get the best prices. Booking ahead means more options and more affordable flights. Another terrific way to grab the most competitive fare is to compare all options. If your destination has a few airports, be sure to look into the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. Lastly, be prepared to book quickly if you stumble on a great price. It might not stick around for long. With a bit of know-how and a little luck, the ideal airfare can be yours.

Wherever you’re jetting in from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you’re prepared. Follow these handy travel tips that will help get your Habikino escape started on the right note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The trick to having a pain-free flight experience is to pack in advance. So, let’s start with the essentials: passport, travel documents, cash and medications. Next, bring items that’ll help keep you busy, like some electronic devices or a few magazines. It’s also smart to bring your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of headphones. Last but not least, be sure to squeeze in toiletries like a toothbrush, deodorant and a clean set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Double-check that you don’t have sharp or pointed objects hiding in one of the zippers of your hand luggage. Other restricted items include flammable or explosive substances, such as fuel and matches, and liquids and gels in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• Your aim here is to make yourself as comfortable as you can. Layer yourself up in natural fibers and remember to pack a cardigan in case it gets cool in the cabin. Always opt for well-fitting, flat shoes as your feet may swell a little during the journey. Leave the high heels and heavy boots in your luggage.
• A condition known as DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a potential risk on long-haul flights. It results from blood clotting due to poor circulation. Walking around the cabin and doing regular foot and leg exercises in your seat is a great way to prevent this from occurring. Wearing a high-quality pair of compression socks or tights is also recommended.

Being organized before you get to the airport will help make your trip to Habikino a breeze. We’ve rounded up some useful tips and tricks for a swift journey past security:

• First things first. Your passport and travel documents will need to be inspected by airport security personnel. Keep them handy so you don’t have to dig around for them.
• After that, both you and your carry-on bag will be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, remove anything that might trigger the alarms. Personal belongings like your coat, belt and earphones need to go through the machine.
• All your electronics, including your tablet and phone, are also required to be scanned separately.
• Remove all liquids and gels from your carry-on bag. 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 inside a single quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• The right choice of footwear can save you several valuable minutes. Boots and heavy shoes are often required to be removed and separately scanned. Slip-on sneakers are usually not.
• Airlines will not allow any pocket knives or other sharp items to come on board with you. If you need to bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked luggage.