Flights to Ukihashi, Izunokuni from NT$7,335

If you’re arriving by air, you won’t have to think too long which airport to choose. Ukihashi has just one – Haneda Airport (HND).

A flight to Ukihashi means touching down at Tokyo Haneda Airport. Jump off the plane, gather your bags and you’ll be 88 kilometers from the center of town.

There are 30 air carriers that fly into Ukihashi from 84 airports across the globe.

Ukihashi receives the most flights from ANA, JAL and Skymark Airlines with ANA being the preferred choice of carrier. Fukuoka is the most popular city for travelers to take off from.

With 4,092 direct flights operating every week, you’ll be arriving in Ukihashi before you have time to say, “Are we there yet?”

A large number of flights to Ukihashi set off from Fukuoka, Naha and Itami airports.

If it’s Fukuoka you’re leaving behind, you’ll be in the sky for around 1 hour and 35 minutes before you arrive in Ukihashi. Terminal to terminal from Chitose takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes and from Naha, the average flight time is 2 hours and 15 minutes.

Don’t leave locking in your flight to Ukihashi until the last minute. That’s one move savvy jet-setters use to get the best deals. Booking ahead means more choices and cheaper flights. Another terrific way to nab the most competitive fare is to shop around. If your destination has multiple airports, don’t forget to research the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. And finally, don’t forget that it’s first in, best dressed. Know what a typical airfare costs and have your credit card ready to secure your seat as soon as you see an unbeatable bargain. The sweetest deals never last long.

Depending on where you’re coming from, your trip to Ukihashi could be completely stress-free or it could drag on forever. We’ve put together some handy travel tips that will help you start your next great adventure on a positive note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The secret to having an amazing flight experience is to be prepared. So, let’s start with the essentials: passport, travel docs, cash and daily medications. Next, take on board items that’ll help keep you busy, like some electronic gadgets or a few magazines. It’s also a wise idea to pack your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of headphones. And of course, be sure to pop in toiletry items like a toothbrush, facial wipes and a fresh set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Make sure you don’t have sharp objects (like a knife or scissors) hiding in your carry-on luggage. Other prohibited items include explosive or flammable goods, like aerosols and matches, and gels and liquids in containers with a volume of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• The key to a comfortable flight is as simple as the clothes you wear. Prepare for temperature changes by bringing layers. This will keep you nice and warm if the cabin gets too cold. Shoes like stilettos, flip flops and lace-up boots are best left in your checked suitcase. Instead, go for flat, closed-toed footwear like slip-ons. Your feet will appreciate it.
• Caused by sustained periods of immobility, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot condition that can affect passengers during long-haul flights. But the good news is there are ways to reduce the risk of developing it. Drink plenty of water, wander through the cabin wherever possible and wear compression socks or tights.

The trick is to be well organized before you get to the airport security gate. That way, you’ll be boarding that plane to Ukihashi before you know it. Follow these tips and get your trip off to a great start:

• Airport security personnel first need to see that you have a valid ID and travel documents before you can proceed any further. Have them ready for inspection.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your belt, coat, keys and other items in your pocket, like coins, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them as it gets closer to your turn.
• Electronic devices like phones and laptops will also have to go on a tray to be scanned. Don’t worry though, you’ll be back online in no time.
• Remember to remove gels and liquids from your carry-on luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray machine separately. Each item should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• There’s a possibility that you’ll be asked to remove your shoes for scanning, so wearing slip-on shoes is always a good idea.
• Airlines will not allow any sharp or pointed objects in your carry-on luggage. If you must bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked baggage.