Flights to Puuiki, Hana from NT$32,621

Kahului Airport (OGG) is the sole airport near Puuiki.

A flight to Puuiki means touching down at Kahului Airport. Step off the plane, pick up your bags and you’ll be 48 kilometers from the center of town.

There are 9 airlines that fly to Puuiki from 24 airports across the globe.

Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest Airlines operate the most flights to Puuiki. One of the most popular ways to get there is on a Hawaiian Airlines flight leaving from Honolulu.

Flying to someplace new is much more fun when there aren’t any stopovers to slow you down. If you’re making your way to Puuiki, the awesome news is that there are around 798 nonstop flights every week.

A large number of flights to Puuiki take off from Los Angeles, Seattle and San Francisco airports.

If it’s Honolulu you’re departing, you’ll be in the air for around 42 minutes before you touchdown in Puuiki. Terminal to terminal from Kailua takes about 41 minutes and from Los Angeles, 5 hours and 47 minutes.

Don’t leave booking your flight to Puuiki until the last possible moment. That’s one trick frequent jet-setters use to get the best deals. Booking in advance means more choices and more affordable flights. Also, shop around and compare your options. If your destination has a few airports, you may be able to pick up a great deal by flying into one that’s farther away. Finally, be ready to lock in your seat quickly if you stumble on a great deal. It might not stick around for long! With a bit of knowledge and a little luck, the ideal fare can be yours.

Depending on where you’re coming from, your flight to Puuiki could be completely painless or it could go on forever. We’ve put together some handy tips that will help you start your next great escape on a positive note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• First and foremost, put in your passport, official ID, credit cards and vital medications. Next, you’ll need some entertainment to while away the hours. A thrilling book and a tablet crammed with your favorite movies are some great options. If you plan to take a quick nap, a quality neck pillow and a pair of noise-canceling headphones will also be useful. Finally, make room for a toothbrush and some facial wipes so you’ll hop off the plane feeling fresh and raring to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Leave all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and conditioner in your checked luggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) won’t be allowed on. Sharp or pointed objects, like your beloved Swiss Army knife, and dangerous goods which are flammable or explosive, such as aerosol cans, spray paint and poisons, are also banned.

What to wear on a flight:

• The narrow aisles of an airplane are not the best place for a fashion parade. Wear comfortable clothes and remember to take a sweater as it tends to get cool in the cabin on long-haul flights. Slightly roomy, flat shoes are also a wise idea.
• Most travelers are aware of DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clotting condition caused by prolonged periods of sitting. There are many ways to lower your risk. Don a pair of compression tights or socks, drink lots of water and remember to keep your legs and feet moving. Do a few laps of the cabin or try out some simple stretches in your seat.

A little pre-planning before your flight can make your trip to Puuiki a pleasure. Check out our useful tips for a speedy journey past security:

• Be sure to keep your ID and boarding pass at hand. They’ll be the first things you’ll be asked to show at airport security.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your coat, belt, keys and other small items, like your headphones, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them before your turn arrives.
• Your electronic devices like laptops and phones will also have to go through the machine for inspection. No need to worry though, you’ll be back online before you know it.
• Want to bring along your favorite hand and nail cream? No problem. As long as it’s in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and it’s stored in a zip-close bag, you can bring it with you on board.
• Lightweight sneakers are a good footwear choice as you’re less likely to be asked to remove them when going through security. Big boots and other heavy-style shoes are often subjected to additional screening.
• Sharp or pointed items are not allowed in the cabin. They’ll be confiscated at security, so put them in your checked bags.