Flights to Dongguan, from NT$7,065

Shenzhen Intl. Airport (SZX) is the one and only airport serving Dongguan.

Lengthy commutes aren’t a big deal if you consider your options ahead of time. Downtown Dongguan is 40 kilometers from Shenzhen Intl. Airport (SZX), so it’s wise to know how you’ll get into the city before you arrive.

Travelers going to Dongguan can touchdown at two major airports. CAN is 64 kilometers away from the center of town. Shenzhen Intl. Airport is 40 kilometers away.

There are 60 airlines connecting Dongguan with 158 airports around the world.

China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines fly the most frequently to Dongguan. The majority of these flights begin in Shanghai, with China Southern Airlines having the most services on this route.

Flying to someplace new is much more fun when there aren’t any stopovers to slow you down. If you’re off to Dongguan, the fantastic news is that there are 7,647 nonstop flights operating each week.

A large number of flights to Dongguan set off from Shanghai, Hangzhou and Beijing airports.

Which airport you depart from determines how much of the in-flight entertainment you’ll get to see. From Shanghai to Dongguan, the average flight time is 2 hours and 38 minutes. From Hangzhou it’s more or less 2 hours and 18 minutes, and from Chongqing it’s 2 hours and 5 minutes.

If you’d like to have some extra spending money on your Dongguan vacation, listen up! As every seasoned traveler knows, don’t leave booking until the last minute. Fares are usually highest just prior to the departure date. Another great way to nab a bargain is to research all options. If your destination has more than one airport, look into the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. Last but not least, be ready to lock in your seat quickly if you stumble on a real bargain. It might not be available for long. With a bit of knowledge and a little luck, the perfect fare can be yours.

If you’re not prepared, air travel can be challenging. But don’t hit the panic button just yet. Follow these tips and tricks for a pleasant start to your time in Dongguan.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• First things first, pack in your passport, travel docs, bank cards and daily medications. Next, you’ll want some in-flight entertainment to help pass the time. A juicy book and a laptop filled with your favorite movies are always good options. If you intend to take a short nap, a quality neck pillow and a pair of noise-canceling headphones will also be useful. Finally, leave space for a toothbrush and some deodorant to ensure you touchdown looking and feeling fresh.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of restricted items differs between airlines, the general guide to follow is nothing flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes screwdrivers, knives, aerosol cans and bleaching agents. Sporting equipment like golf clubs, and items that could harm passengers, such as swords and guns, aren’t allowed in the cabin either.

What to wear on a flight:

• The main aim is to make yourself as comfortable as possible. Layer yourself up in natural-fiber clothing and bring a cardigan in case it gets chilly in the cabin. Go for a pair of well-fitting, flat shoes as it’s possible that your feet and ankles will swell a little during the journey. Leave the high heels and heavy hiking boots in your luggage.
• The result of lengthy periods of inactivity, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a blood clot condition that can affect some passengers on long-haul flights. The good news is there are proven ways to significantly reduce the risk of developing it. Drink plenty of water, wander through the cabin whenever possible and wear compression tights or socks.

The simple answer is — be prepared. We’ve rounded up some useful tips for a stress-free trip through airport security. Look out Dongguan, here you come:

• Airport security personnel first need to establish that you have a valid ID and travel documents before anything else. Have them in your hand, ready for inspection.
• Next up, both you and your hand luggage must be X-rayed. To speed things up, take off anything that is likely to set the alarm off. Items such as your jacket, belt and headphones will be required to go through the machine.
• All your electronic devices, including your laptop and phone, will also need to be separately scanned.
• Remove all liquids and gels from your carry-on bag. They often need to be sent through the X-ray 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 valuable minutes. Hiking or heavy-style boots are often required to be removed and separately scanned. Slip-on sneakers are usually not.
• Airlines will not allow any sharp or pointed objects in your hand luggage. If you need to bring these kinds of items, put them in your checked baggage.