✈️ How to Enjoy a Long-Haul Flight: A Sanity-Saving Survival Guide

You’ve made it through security. Your boarding group’s finally called. You wedge yourself into your seat, glance at the hours remaining, and feel the creeping dread of 13 hours in the sky.

Sound familiar?

Long-haul flights can feel like endurance tests — dry air, sore knees, erratic sleep, and questionable entertainment options. But with a few smart habits and travel-tested tricks, these journeys can feel less like torture and more like time well spent.

Here’s how to stay sane, comfortable, and productive during your next sky marathon.

1. Hydrate Like You Mean It
The air inside a plane is drier than most deserts. It’s no wonder you land feeling like you’ve aged five years.

Bring a Reusable Water Bottle: Fill it post-security and ask the crew for top-ups during the flight. You’ll drink more than with those tiny cups.

Use Electrolytes: Pack a few hydration packets or dissolvable tablets. They help your body absorb fluids more efficiently and can fight that drained, foggy feeling.

Limit Alcohol and Caffeine: A glass of wine is fine, but both booze and coffee can worsen dehydration. Think of them as treats, not your hydration plan.