How To Cope With Long Flights And Ensure A Comfortable Journey

Introduction

Australia is a popular tourist destination among the world’s most travelled nations. Long flights are typically necessary to get anywhere from our island: to get from Australia’s east coast to, say, London, one must spend roughly 24 hours in the air. While it is true that the journey is often more important than the destination, a poorly planned long-haul flight can be uncomfortable.

Prepare Your Body

Spend time stretching, walking, or working out at the gym the day before your flight to prepare for a full day of sitting. Ensure you also get enough sleep; trying to stay awake on a plane by depriving yourself of sleep might backfire.

Boost Power

Bring your chargers to top them off on the road and charge your electronics before you depart. If there are no power outlets on the aircraft, an external charging device is a great backup.

Provide Backup Entertainment 

If you run out of on-board music, movies, or e-books, load up your computer, tablet, or phone with more content. Real books made of paper are an excellent alternative to screens for resting your eyes.

Get Ready for Jet Lag 

Before your flight, there are a few things you can do to help minimise or even completely prevent jet lag. Depending on what time of day you will be flying, try adjusting your sleep schedule in the days leading up to the trip. Bedtimes at 4 a.m. or 7 p.m. should do the trick. Make the most of your layovers, schedule your flight to arrive during the day, and get plenty of sleep before taking off. We promise you that it is impossible to stay up all night the day before your trip in the hopes that everything will work itself out when you arrive.

Strap Your Seat Belt Over Your Blanket 

Ensure your buckled seat belt is visible if you intend to nap during your flight. The seat belt light will illuminate in the event of turbulence, and flight attendants may walk around the cabin to make sure everyone is securely fastened. They will wake you to check if you are buckled under your blanket where they can not see it.

Pack Properly To Ensure A Comfortable Journey 

You can tell that Singapore Airlines has given your comfort a lot of thought if you are flying with them because of their comfortable footrest, leather headrests with side panels, and more legroom and personal space than other airlines. It is still essential to bring all additional equipment and supplies to ensure a pleasant flight. While every traveller has different needs, I have determined that the following items must be in my in-flight bag to guarantee a comfortable journey:

Go Around the Aircraft 

On a long-haul flight, stretching your legs is vital for your sanity and reduces your risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Get up every two hours and perform light exercises in your seat to maintain leg circulation. While there might not be a designated walking area other than the aisles, taking occasional breaks to move around the aircraft is far more beneficial for restful sleep than sleeping pills.

Stay Hydrated

Dehydration is possible in aircraft cabins because they are frequently arid environments. Steer clear of too much tea, coffee, or alcohol, and drink lots of water slowly and consistently. Please bring a bottle of water on the flight (due to liquid restrictions, this may require purchasing at the airport and keeping it sealed until you board the aircraft). You can store any water the cabin crew brings in your hand luggage, even if it is just an empty plastic bottle, so you will always have some between tram trips. You might also notice changes in your skin; if you frequently get dry eyes, take some eyedrops and pack a tiny tube of moisturiser.

Comfortable Shoes 

Your feet and ankles tend to swell when you fly. A great deal. This results from spending a lot of time sitting flat on the ground. So, pick your shoes carefully. When seated, flex and extend your legs frequently to help reduce swelling in your feet during a long flight. Try to move around and take a quick stroll every couple of hours.

Sleep 

Rest, even for a short nap. Use an eye mask, earplugs, or neck pillow to reduce light and noise that could keep you up at night and stress you out on a crowded plane.

Conclusion

Travelling long distances by air requires self-care and planning. Get enough sleep and exercise before flying. Bring extra entertainment, charge your electronics, and prepare for jet lag. Check your carry-on for moisturisers, eye masks, and compression socks. Moving, drinking water, and wearing comfy shoes reduce swelling and prevent DVT. Final suggestion: sleep with a neck pillow, earplugs, and eye mask. This can minimise long-haul flight anxiety.