S$495 Cheap Flights to Salem

Organise a flight to Salem and you'll be hitting the runway at Hamburg Airport (HAM).

A flight to Salem means touching down at Hamburg Airport. Hop off the plane, collect your bags and you'll be 56 kilometres from downtown.

There are 47 airlines that service Salem from 76 airports around the world.

Salem receives the highest number of flights from Lufthansa, Eurowings and Lufthansa City Airlines with Lufthansa being the preferred choice of airline. Munich is the most popular city for passengers to take off from.

With approximately 872 nonstop flights operating each week, you'll be arriving in Salem before you have time to say, "Are we there yet?"

Travellers often depart from Munich, Frankfurt and London airports when flying to Salem.

Which airport you depart from determines how much of the in-flight entertainment you'll get to see. From Munich to Salem, the average flight time is 1 hour and 20 minutes. From Frankfurt it's more like 1 hour and 5 minutes, and from London it's 1 hour and 32 minutes.

If you'd like to have some extra spending money on your trip to Salem, then listen up! As any seasoned jet-setter knows, don't book at the very last minute. Prices are usually more expensive close to the departure date. Don't stop there, though. Do some research and check if there are a few airports at your destination. Prices often differ depending on which airport you fly into. Remember to compare prices across airlines as well. And finally, don't forget that it's first in, best dressed. Familiarise yourself with airfare costs and be ready to book your ticket as soon as you spot an unbeatable bargain. The sweetest deals don't last long.

If you're poorly prepared, air travel can be a real challenge. But there's no need to hit the panic button just yet. Follow these useful tips and enjoy a pain-free start to your holiday in Salem. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane ride can be easy if you bring the right things. Firstly, you'll want a few basic toiletries, such as a toothbrush and some deodorant, a spare change of clothes and a magazine or two. Secondly, make room in your bag for your mobile phone, a charger, any daily medications and maybe a blow-up neck pillow as well. Lastly, remember to take your passport, travel documents and your bank cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Pack all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and conditioner in your checked luggage. Any liquids in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) will be confiscated by authorities. Sharp objects, like a pocket knife, and dangerous products which are flammable or explosive, such as flares, chemicals agents and gasoline, are also not allowed.

What to wear on a flight:

• The aisles of a plane are no place for a fashion parade. Layer your clothing and pick shoes that are flat, enclosed and easy to take on and off.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a potential risk on long-haul flights. It results from blood clotting due to inactivity and poor circulation, so do some gentle leg and foot exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression socks.

Being prepared before you get to the airport will make your trip to Salem a pleasure. We've compiled some handy tips for a speedy journey through security:

• Be sure to keep your ID and travel documents someplace easily accessible. They're the first things you'll be asked to present to security.
• After that, 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. Personal belongings such as your coat, belt and headphones will be required to go through the machine.
• Electronic devices like laptops and phones will also have to go on a tray to be scanned. Don't worry, you'll be back online soon enough.
• Remove gels and liquids from your carry-on bag. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each item should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
• Lightweight sneakers are a clever footwear choice as you're less likely to have to remove them when passing through security. Big boots and other heavy shoes are usually subjected to additional screening.
• Avoid taking prohibited items in your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp objects like a pocket knife or tools, pack them in your checked baggage. They won't be allowed on board.