Flights to Makaha, Waianae from NT$8,886

If you’re arriving by air, you won’t have to think too long which airport to choose. Makaha has just one – Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL).

Long commutes don’t have to be stressful if you work out your strategy ahead of time. Downtown Makaha is 32 kilometers from HNL, so it’s smart to know how you’ll get into the city before you land.

Make your way through the doors of HNL and your Makaha adventure will have begun! The city’s main airport, it’s located 32 kilometers from the downtown streets.

Makaha is serviced by 19 air carriers from 50 worldwide airports.

Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly frequently into Makaha. Hopping on a Hawaiian Airlines flight from Kahului is one of the most preferred ways to get there.

With around 1,432 direct flights each week, you’ll be arriving in Makaha before you can say, “Are we there yet?”

Travelers frequently jet off from Los Angeles, Tokyo and Seattle airports when heading to Makaha.

Which airport you depart from determines how long you’ll be strapped into your seat. From Kahului to Makaha, the average flight time is 39 minutes. From Kauai it usually takes 37 minutes, and from Kailua it’s 46 minutes.

We’ve all come across those jet-setters who somehow manage to pick up impossibly cheap airfares wherever they go. Eager to know how to do it for your Makaha vacation? Don’t leave it until the last moment to secure your flight. Another terrific way to nab the most affordable fare is to compare all options. If your destination has a few airports, research the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. Lastly, another simple way to save some money is be ready to book fast. If you stumble on a good bargain, don’t hold off — snap it up while the opportunity’s there.

If you’re poorly prepared, air travel can be overwhelming. But there’s no need to worry. Follow these helpful hints for a worry-free start to your getaway in Makaha.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• First, put in your passport, travel documents, wallet and daily medications. Next, you’ll want some extra in-flight entertainment to while away the hours. A juicy novel and a phone crammed with your favorite movies are good options. If you hope to catch up on some sleep, a quality neck pillow and a pair of earplugs will also be useful. Finally, find room for a few toiletry items so you’ll step off the plane looking fresh and raring to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of banned items differs between airlines, the general rule to follow is avoid carrying anything flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes box cutters, razor blades, fuel and fireworks. Sports equipment like bows and arrows, and items that could injure passengers, such as pepper spray and firearms, are also banned from the cabin.

What to wear on a flight:

• The key to a comfortable flight often lies in your choice in clothes. Prepare for temperature changes by layering up. This will keep you nice and warm if the cabin starts to cool down. Shoes like sandals and heels are best left for other occasions. Instead, go for flat, closed-toed footwear like sneakers. Your feet will thank you for it.
• A condition known as DVT (deep vein thrombosis) can pose a risk on long-distance flights. It results from blood clotting due to poor circulation and inactivity. 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 good-quality pair of compression socks or tights is also a wise idea.

Being prepared before you get to the airport will make your getaway to Makaha quick and painless. Below are some useful tips for a stress-free journey past security:

• First things first. Your passport and travel documents will need to be shown to airport security. Keep them within easy reach so you don’t hold up the queue.
• Next up, both you and your carry-on bag must be X-rayed. To speed things up, remove anything that is likely to set the alarm off. Items like your belt, jacket and headphones need to go through the machine.
• All your electronic gadgets, including your laptop and phone, are also required to be scanned.
• Any gels or liquids, such as toothpaste or perfume, that you want to take on board need to be in containers no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). They must also all fit inside a quart-size (one liter), zip-lock bag.
• There’s a chance you’ll be required to remove your shoes for scanning, so wearing lightweight sneakers is always a good idea.
• Knives and other sharp items can’t be taken on board. They’ll be confiscated at security, so put them in your checked suitcase.