Cheap Flights to Brooklyn from CA $97

Don't leave locking in your flight to Brooklyn until the last moment. That's one move savvy jet-setters use to get the best deals. Booking well in advance means more choices and cheaper flights. Also, do some online research and compare your options. If your destination has a few airports, you may be able to score a better price by flying into a less busy terminal. Finally, be prepared to secure your seat quickly if you stumble on a great price. It might not stick around for long! With a bit of knowledge and a little luck, the perfect airfare can be yours.

We've rounded up all the info you need to make your flight a pleasant experience. Follow our tips and you'll be zooming through the airport and enjoying Brooklyn in no time flat. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Travelling on a plane can be a pleasure if you take the right things. Firstly, you'll want some basic toiletry items, such as toothpaste, a toothbrush and some deodorant, a spare pair of socks and a good book. Next, find room in your hand luggage for your mobile phone, a charger, medications and maybe a comfy neck pillow as well. Last, but definitely not least, remember to bring your passport, travel papers and some money.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Make sure you don't have sharp or pointed objects lurking in one of the compartments of your hand luggage. Other prohibited items include explosive or flammable products, like aerosols and matches, and liquids and gels in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

• The aisles of an airplane aren't the place for a fashion parade. Don comfortable layers and choose shoes that are closed-toe, flat and easy to pull on and off.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a potential risk on long-haul flights. It results from blood clotting due to poor circulation, so do some gentle leg and foot exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression socks.

It's simple — be prepared. We've pulled together some top tips for a hassle-free trip through security. Look out Brooklyn, here you come:

• Keep your passport and boarding pass handy. They're the first items you'll be asked to show at airport security.
• After that, both you and your carry-on luggage will be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, take off anything that is likely to trigger the alarm. Personal belongings such as your belt, jacket and headphones will be required to go through the machine.
• For just a few moments, you'll have to unplug from the digital world. Your phone, laptop and any other electronics will also need to be sent through the scanner.
• Want to bring along your favourite perfume? No problem. As long as the volume is no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and it's stored in a zip-lock bag, you can bring it with you in your carry-on bag.
• There's a good chance you'll need to remove your shoes for scanning, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a clever idea.
• Avoid taking prohibited items in your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp or pointed objects, pack them in your checked luggage. They won't be allowed on board and will be confiscated.