DeKalb is served by just a single airport, O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).

A flight to DeKalb means touching down at O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Jump off the plane, pick up your luggage and you’ll be 72 kilometres from the downtown area.

DeKalb is serviced by 42 airlines from 208 airports around the world.

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines fly the most frequently to DeKalb. The majority of these flights come in from Queens Village, with American Airlines offering the most services on this route.

Flying to someplace new is much more fun when there aren’t any annoying stopovers. If you’re off to DeKalb, the good news is that there are roughly 6,326 nonstop flights each week.

The most popular flights to DeKalb depart from Dallas, Los Angeles and Atlanta airports.

If it’s Queens Village you’re leaving behind, you’ll be midair for around 2 hours and 42 minutes before you touchdown in DeKalb. Runway to runway from Washington takes about 2 hours and 11 minutes and from Los Angeles, 4 hours and 5 minutes.

We’ve all come across those lucky jet-setters who manage to get extremely cheap airfares every time they fly. Eager to know how to do it for your DeKalb vacation? Don’t leave it until the last minute to lock in your flight. Don’t stop there, though. Do some research and see if there is more than one airport at your destination. Prices often differ depending on which airport you fly into. Be sure to compare fares across air carriers too. 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 grab your ticket as soon as you see a great bargain. The best deals never last long.

We’ve rounded up all the info you need to make your journey as pain-free as possible. Follow our tips and you’ll be hightailing it through the airport and having a ball in DeKalb in no time at all.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Air travel can be easy if you bring the right things. Firstly, you’ll need basic toiletry items, such as deodorant and a toothbrush, a clean set of clothes and a magazine or two. Next, find a spot in your carry-on bag for your electronic devices, chargers, medications and maybe a proper neck pillow as well. Lastly, and most importantly, remember to bring your passport, travel docs and some cash.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Put all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and conditioner in your checked baggage. Any liquids in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated. Sharp or pointed objects, like your trusty Swiss Army knife, and dangerous products which are explosive or flammable, such as aerosol cans, spray paint and fireworks, are also banned.

What to wear on a flight:

• Your aim here is to feel as comfortable as you can. Layer yourself up in natural fibers and remember to bring a cardigan in case you get cold. Always go with roomy, flat shoes as it’s possible that your feet and ankles will swell during the flight. Leave the high heels and heavy boots in your checked luggage.
• Unfortunately, a risk of long-distance flying is developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clotting condition caused by lengthy periods of inactivity. To prevent this, make the most of every opportunity to wander around the cabin. Compression socks and tights are another simple way to help reduce this risk.

A little pre-planning before your flight can make your getaway to DeKalb a pleasure. Read through our handy tips for a speedy journey past security:

• Airport security personnel first need to verify that you have a valid passport and travel documents before anything else. Keep them within easy reach.
• After that, both you and your carry-on bag will be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, remove anything that is likely to set the alarm off. Personal belongings like your coat, belt and headphones need to go through the machine.
• Your electronic gadgets like laptops and phones will also have to go on a tray to be scanned. No need to worry though, you’ll be back online before you know it.
• Remember to remove liquids and gels from your hand luggage. 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 in a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• It’s also likely that you’ll be asked to remove your shoes to be X-rayed, so wearing slip-on shoes is always a clever idea.
• Avoid taking prohibited items in your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp objects like a pocket knife or tools, pack them safely away in your checked suitcase. They won’t be allowed in the cabin.