Flights to Tono, Iwate Prefecture from NT$9,504

Iwate - Hanamaki Airport (HNA) is the only airport serving Tono.

Iwate - Hanamaki Airport (HNA) is 32 kilometers from downtown Tono, so prepare yourself for a decent commute into the city center.

People from all corners of the globe pass through Iwate - Hanamaki Airport (HNA) each day. Hop off the plane, pick up your bags and you’ll find yourself 32 kilometers from downtown Tono.

With 2 airlines jetting into Tono from at least 5 airports across the globe, your perfect flight is only a few clicks away.

JAL operates the majority of the flights to Tono. Grabbing a JAL flight from Itami is the most popular way to get there.

With 91 direct flights running every week, you’ll be hitting the runway in Tono before you can ask, “Are we there yet?”

A large number of flights to Tono leave from Itami, Fukuoka and Kobe airports.

Where you depart from determines how much of the in-flight entertainment you’ll get to see. From Itami to Tono, the average flight time is 1 hour and 21 minutes. From Nanjo it takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes, and from Chitose it’s 1 hour.

Don’t leave locking in your flight to Tono until the very last minute. That’s one move seasoned travelers use to get the best deals. Booking in advance means more options and more affordable flights. Another excellent way to land the most competitive fare is to research all options. If your destination has several airports, be sure to look into the cost of flying into a smaller terminal. And finally, remember that the early bird catches the worm. Familiarize yourself with airfare costs and have your credit card ready to secure your seat as soon as you see an unbeatable bargain. The sweetest deals don’t last long.

Wherever you’re coming from, flying can be an enjoyable experience if you’ve prepared well. We’ve compiled a list of handy travel tips that will help get your Tono vacation started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The trick to having a great flight experience is to be prepared. Start with the essentials: passport, travel docs, cash and daily medications. Next, take on board items that’ll help keep you entertained, like your laptop or a juicy novel. You’ll also want to bring your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of headphones. Finally, don’t forget to squeeze in toiletries like a toothbrush, deodorant and a spare set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of restricted items differs between airlines, the general rule of thumb is avoid carrying anything flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes box cutters, razor blades, aerosol cans and flares. Sporting equipment like baseball bats, and items that could injure passengers, such as pepper spray and firearms, are also banned from the cabin.

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort really should be your number one priority when selecting what to wear during your flight. Consider your choice of footwear carefully too, as swollen feet can be a side effect of flying. Flat shoes which are slightly roomy are your best bet.
• Caused by lengthy periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot condition that can affect some passengers during long flights. But the great news is there are ways to lower your risk of developing it. Keep your fluids up, walk up and down the aisles as much as you can and wear compression socks to help improve your circulation.

A little pre-planning before you get to the airport will make your trip to Tono a breeze. We’ve compiled some handy hints for a swift journey through security:

• First things first. Your travel documents and passport will need to be presented to security personnel. Keep them someplace accessible so you don’t have to dig around for them.
• Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your belt, jacket, keys and other small items, like your headphones, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them before your turn arrives.
• For just a few moments, you’ll need to unplug from the digital world. Your phone, laptop and any other electronics will also need to be sent through the scanner.
• Remember to remove gels and liquids from your hand luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray machine separately. Each product should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit in a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-close bag.
• The right choice of footwear can save you several precious minutes. Hiking boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Slip-on sneakers are usually not.
• Airlines will not allow any sharp items or pocket knives in the cabin. If you must bring these kinds of items, put them in your checked luggage.