Tips for Air Travelers

Flight Tips

Choose alternatives to flying. First of all, airplanes emit a lot of harmful substances into the atmosphere. This leads to environmental pollution and global warming. Therefore, by flying less, we help protect the environment. Additionally, traveling by train, bus, or car will be significantly cheaper.

Get the best deal on your flight. You may have heard the classic advice: book your flight six weeks in advance on a Tuesday afternoon to get the best price. However, before you book your ticket, clear your browser history. If the airline sees that you have looked at the same flight multiple times, it may raise the price.

Arrive at the airport early. You should arrive at the airport two to three hours before your flight. The more time you have before boarding, the better your chances of getting upgraded seats. Flights can be overbooked, and the airline may look for volunteers willing to take a later flight in exchange for a voucher. Additionally, some carriers may check your bags for free if the flight is fully booked.

Another tip: if you are comfortable sitting near the emergency exit, don’t miss the opportunity to book those seats. You will have more space and legroom.

Prepare for airport security screening. Arriving at the airport a few hours before your flight, get ready for the security check in advance. It’s best to wear light sandals or shoes that can be quickly removed to pass through the metal detector. For convenience, place all liquid containers, your laptop, and other electronics in your front pockets – all of this will need to be taken out of your bag during the screening. It’s better to leave coins at home.

Few travelers can avoid shopping. Souvenirs, new clothes – all these seemingly small items add weight to your luggage. To avoid excess baggage fees, remember a few simple rules.

First, when preparing for a trip, take only the essentials.

Second, don’t forget about carry-on luggage. A small wheeled suitcase, a large shoulder bag, or a laptop case will allow you to bring more items on board the plane.

Third, the bulkiest clothing, such as a coat or sweater, can be worn over your other clothes. Right before checking in for your flight, you can take them out and put them on. This will help you shed a few extra kilograms.

Prepare for time zone changes. You may experience jet lag. Symptoms include fatigue, headaches, or stomach issues. To avoid discomfort, you need to prepare your body a few days before arriving in another country. Tourists heading East should go to bed and wake up earlier than usual, while those planning to travel West should do the opposite.

When flying long distances, staying fresh and looking well-rested is nearly impossible. Airline rules don’t help either. Most impose restrictions on carrying liquids and creams in carry-on luggage (usually up to 100 ml).

Experienced travelers often solve this by filling contact lens containers with their favorite moisturizers and lotions. All of this, along with earplugs and a sleep mask, will help you get a good rest during the flight. An additional tip: bring a face mask in vacuum packaging; it will be easy to carry on board.