Tips For Long Flights

If you have a long flight coming up, try these tips!

Flying dehydrates you, so make sure to drink plenty of water (preferably with electrolytes). Maybe even consider skipping the pre-flight alcoholic beverage, too, so you can land and feel your best.

Stand up and walk every so often to help avoid leg cramps and swelling. Bonus for hydration here: if you drink enough water you will have to get up and use the restroom!

I have been on airplanes that are freezing and ones that are super warm. Sometimes in the same flight! I recommend wearing layers to keep your temperature regulated. Comfortable socks and shoes are also a bonus, especially if your feet tend to swell like mine do. But please leave your shoes on during the flight.

Sometimes planes can be noisy, especially if you are sitting near a noisier engine or people having a conversation you don’t want to take part in. Noise cancelling headphones are the best for this, especially if you want to watch a movie or sleep.

Not all longer flights will provide you with a travel blanket and/or pillow, so consider bringing your own. I recently saw an advertisement for a sleep mask and pillow that straps to your headrest and I am fascinated. Have you seen this? I kind of want to try it. I did buy my own travel blanket at TJMaxx. It rolls up small and has it’s own carrying pouch. It fits great in my carry on! I have also seen some with a pillow that you can strap to your carry on luggage. All seem like great options!

What are your best flying tips?