For A More Comfortable Economy Flight, Try These Clever Hacks
By Sky Ariella
VACATIONS
Economy Offerings
Before booking a trip, you should research the amenities and comfort levels of the different economy airlines, which can affect your flying experience.
Spirit Airlines, for instance, has few perks. Meanwhile, Emirates offers its economy passengers more benefits, such as personal screens on each seat.
Seat Choice
Whatever your preference is, having your ideal seat can make traveling far more enjoyable. A window seat could be ideal for sleep if you’re traveling overnight.
Alternatively, tall passengers or those who might visit the bathroom frequently during the flight will likely be more comfortable in an aisle seat.
Sleep Items
Half the battle of an economy flight is figuring out how to make yourself comfortable in a compact space for an extended period. One way is to pack some sleeping items.
Packing a sleeping mask, travel pillow, and light blanket in your carry-on bag can help you transform your seat into your own little nook.
Reusable Bottle
Dehydration can make your flight legitimately dangerous, as not drinking enough can result in fatigue, confusion, and extreme disorientation.
You can easily avoid this issue with an empty reusable water bottle. It will save you from constantly asking your flight attendants for small cups of water.
Dress Comfortably
While most want to look good, dressing comfortably is essential on an economy flight. However, there are some things to consider when picking an outfit.
Plane cabins run cold, so you may want to bring a few layers to keep warm. You may also want to avoid wearing anything too constricting or made of irritating material.