Long-Haul Flight Survival Tips

Eight hours in a stuffy airplane cabin may sound like your worst nightmare, but with a little planning and a few home comforts, long-haul travelling can be a dream. Follow our 10 long-flight survival tips to arrive refreshed, relaxed, and ready to begin your vacation when you land.

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1. Choose comfy clothing for long journeys

This should go without saying just think of an outfit you'll enjoy wearing after ten hours on a plane. Remember that sitting stationary while being blasted by a powerful aircon system can get chilly, so layering up is the best way to regulate your temperature when flying. Save your jewelry for the vacation and put it in the hold – it'll just set off the airport security alarms. Closed toed shoes are preferable to flip flops in an emergency, and avoid wearing footwear that is too tight because your feet swell at high altitudes. Of course, if you're saving space in your suitcase by wearing your shoes, you can do so.

2. Make a seating reservation

One of the most important long-haul flight advice is to plan ahead and, if at all feasible, get a good seat. As everyone who has read our conclusions about the ideal airplane seat (it's 6A, in case you were wondering) knows, there's a whole science behind it. Simply follow these guidelines:

Choose exit rows if you require more legroom.

Stay away from the front of the plane if you wish to avoid wailing youngsters, as this is where special provisions for babies on international flights are frequently found.

Make sure you secure an aisle seat if you want to roam around on the plane.

Some airlines may require you to wait until one or two days prior to departure, but the best advise is to go online as soon as check-in opens to handpick the precise seat you want.

3. Make sleep a priority.

Because you'll be on the plane for the better part of a day or night, having a few long-haul trip basics is a good idea. To avoid neck pain when sleeping, start with a light blanket and a comfortable travel pillow. Ignore the fact that the other 349 passengers are wearing a decent sleep mask and ear plugs. Finally, bring some basic toiletries with you, such as a toothbrush and toothpaste that will fit in your hand luggage, and you'll arrive feeling a little fresher. Check out our article on how to make economy feel like first class for more advice on how to make small indulgences improve your experience.

4. In your cabin bags, don't overpack.

While a few extras are helpful, keep it small and simple. Nothing is more unpleasant than carrying a large luggage through the boarding area and failing to fit it into the overhead lockers while everyone else tuts. Take one cabin bag and a smaller handbag or shoulder bag (where hand luggage rules permit) so that you can easily access your minor items like a water bottle, ear plugs, and mp3 player under the seat in front of you. To help you get started, we've compiled a list of carry-on bag choices.

5. Bring your own food.

On a long-haul journey, you'll be served, but it might not be when or what you anticipate – time zones often mean breakfast at dinner time and noodles or curries first thing in the 'morning.' Keep a few slow-energy foods like cereal bars, nuts, or dried fruit in your carry-on luggage to stave off hunger pangs while you wait for the food cart to arrive.

6. Make your way around the plane.

On a long-haul journey, stretching your legs is not only vital for your own sanity, but also to reduce the danger of contracting deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Maintain leg circulation by completing simple movements at your seat and getting up every two hours. There may not be someplace specific to go besides up and down the aisles, but moving around the plane every now and again is far more favorable to getting some healthy sleep than popping a sleeping pill. Check out our guide to overcoming jetlag for more information on this and other ways to deal with fatigue on lengthy journeys.

7. Keep yourself hydrated.

Aircraft cabins are frequently extremely dry, increasing the risk of dehydration. Drink plenty of water slowly and consistently, and limit your tea, coffee, and alcohol intake. If possible, bring a bottle of water onboard. Even keeping an empty plastic bottle in your hand luggage allows you to preserve any water brought around by the cabin crew so that you always have some to hand in between trolley excursions. If you're prone to dry eyes, bring a tiny container of moisturizer and some eyedrops with you.

8. Relax!

What better time to forget about your worries and do nothing than on a flight? No cell phone service, a crew waiting to attend to your every need, someone else driving. Use the opportunity to finish that book you've been meaning to read, watch a few rom-coms, or get excited about your destination by leafing through the guidebook. Consider those eight, ten, or twelve hours as bonus time, and your long flight will become a pleasure rather than a chore.

9. Make new acquaintances

Flights are an excellent method to meet intriguing people traveling in your direction. Why not learn about each person on the plane's motivation for flying? One of the most entertaining ways to pass the time on a long-haul flight is to strike up a conversation with your seatmate or the person next to you in the restroom. Yes, you might spend the remainder of the flight hearing about their thirteen pet cats, but by the time you walk off the plane, you might have a new traveling companion. Looking for long-haul vacation ideas?

10. Pick a reliable airline.

A good long-haul airline and a bad one are clearly distinguishable. Before you book, do some research and read reviews to find out what other traveler have to say about your preferred airline. Long-haul carriers with a seat width of more than 17 inches and more than a bag of peanuts as an on-flight meal are generally the best, but look for what matters most to you. If you're picky about details like legroom, compare measurements on or ask fellow passengers about British Airways' plane meals if that's what makes or breaks your flight. Air New Zealand, Emirates, and Virgin Atlantic have all been repeatedly ranked as excellent long-haul airlines. The winner is Singapore Airlines.