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Minangkabau is served by just one airport, Padang (PDG-A. Internacional de Minangkabau).

Pass through the exit of PDG and your Minangkabau getaway will have begun! The city's main airport, it's located 60 km from the city center.

There are 7 airlines connecting Minangkabau to 4 airports globally.

Typically, travelers opt to fly with Lion Air, Super Air Jet and Sriwijaya Air when heading off to Minangkabau. The largest number of these flights come in from Cengkareng, with Lion Air servicing this route the most frequently.

Planning an awesome Minangkabau escape is a walk in the park when there are 213 nonstop flights each week to get you there.

Flights to Minangkabau departing from Cengkareng, Kelapa Gading and Grogol airports are the most in demand.

We've all come across those travelers who somehow grab extremely cheap airfares wherever they go. Eager to know their secret? They don't leave it until the last possible moment to lock in their flight. Don't stop there, however. Do some research and see if there are multiple airports at your destination. Fares often differ depending on the airport you pick. Make sure you compare fares across airlines as well. Last but not least, be prepared to lock in your seat quickly if you find a great price. It might not stick around for long! With a bit of knowledge and some good fortune, the perfect airfare can be yours.

Depending on where you’re coming from, your trip to Minangkabau could be completely painless or it could go on forever. Here are some useful travel tips that will help you start your next unforgettable escape on the right foot.

What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The secret to having a hassle-free travel experience is to plan ahead. First up, the essentials: passport, travel documents, credit cards and any vital medications. Next, take on board items that'll help keep you entertained, like some electronic devices or a good read. It's also a wise idea to pack your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of earphones. Last but not least, don't forget to pop in toiletries like a toothbrush, deodorant and a fresh set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Make sure you don't have sharp objects (like a pocket knife) hiding in your carry-on luggage. Other restricted items include flammable or explosive substances, such as aerosol cans and bleach, and liquids and gels in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort should be your priority when choosing what to wear on board. Consider your footwear carefully too, as swelling of the feet and ankles are a common side effect of flying. Flat, slightly roomy shoes are always a sensible way to go.
• The condition known as DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a risk on long-haul flights. It results from blood clotting due to poor circulation and inactivity. Doing regular foot and leg exercises while seated is a great way to prevent this from occurring. Wearing a quality pair of compression socks or tights can also help.

The trick is to be well organized before you reach security. That way, you'll be hopping onto that plane to Minangkabau in no time flat. Follow these helpful tips and get your trip off to a terrific start:

• Your boarding pass and travel ID will need to be inspected by security personnel. Keep them at hand so you don't have to dig around for them.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your belt, jacket, keys and other small items, like your headphones, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them as it gets closer to your turn.
• All electronic devices, including your phone and laptop, must also be separately scanned.
• Any gels or liquids, such as toothpaste or perfume, that you want to take on board need to be in containers no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). They must also all fit inside a quart-size (one liter), zip-lock bag.
• Slip-on shoes are a great 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.
• Knives and other sharp items can't be taken on board. They'll be seized at security, so put them in your checked luggage.