Cheap Flights to Medford

We've all come across those jet-setters who somehow manage to nab wonderfully cheap airfares whenever they fly. Would you like to know how to do it for your Medford holiday? Don't wait until the very last minute to secure your flight. Don't stop there, however. Do some research and check if there is more than one airport at your destination. Prices often differ depending on which airport you jet into. Make sure you compare fares across airlines as well. And finally, remember that it's first in, best dressed. Know what a typical airfare costs and have your credit card ready to buy your ticket as soon as you spot an unbeatable bargain. The sweetest deals don't last long.

We've pulled together all the info you need to make your journey as stress-free as possible. Follow our insider tips and you'll be breezing through the airport and enjoying Medford in no time flat. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Travelling on a plane can be a comfortable experience if you pack the right stuff. Firstly, you'll need basic toiletry items, such as a toothbrush and lip balm, a fresh change of clothes and a few magazines. Next, find room in your carry-on bag for your mobile phone, a charger, any daily medications and maybe a neck pillow as well. Last, but definitely not least, don't forget to take your passport, travel papers and some cash.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Double-check that you don't have a pocket knife hiding in the bottom of your hand luggage. Other restricted items include explosive or flammable goods, such as fuel and fireworks, and gels and liquids in containers with a volume of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort should be your top priority when choosing what to wear on your flight. Loose clothing is a sensible choice, as are flat, slip-on shoes.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a risk on long-distance flights. It's the result of blood clotting due to poor circulation, so do some gentle foot and leg exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression socks.

The simple answer is — be prepared. We've put together some top tips for a fuss-free trip through security. Look out Medford, here you come:

• Keep your travel documents and passport at hand. They're the first things you'll be asked to present to security.
• After that, both you and your carry-on luggage will be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, remove anything that is likely to trigger the alarm. Personal belongings such as your belt, coat and headphones will be required to go through the machine.
• All electronic gadgets, including your phone and tablet, will also need to be scanned separately.
• Remember to remove gels and liquids from your hand luggage. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray machine separately. Each product should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit inside a single quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
• There's a possibility that you'll need to remove your shoes to be X-rayed, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a good idea.
• Knives and other sharp items are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them safely away in your checked luggage.