When I flew intl I asked a doc to give me a prescription for two zanax (one each way) to be super chilled out and ended up asleep most of the way. Not sure if that’s common, but I think it might be worth asking. Note: had we had an emergency landing, I would not have been able to protect myself, but that’s because I mixed it with a bit of alcohol (which you should not do).
Other than business class?
Yeah, other than an upgrade 😄
Ear plugs or noise canceling headphones
As an alternative, IEM style earbuds or circumaural headphones. Both can offer a lot of isolation from exterior noise without active electronics.
I’m not getting a circumcision for a flight!
But, the coupon says, “half off”!
Well if they’re taking it off, they’d best take it all off! I’m not coming in for a second session.
Don’t worry. We’ll make sure you get to see Loraina Bobbitt.
Just googled that. Well … thats a story
Tbh, an edible if you are into that and comfortable with it. Definitely bring some headphones and download some audiobooks, music, or podcasts you like. A sleep mask if helpful if those are comfortable for you and other people seem to like those neck pillows.
Snacks
Who would want mushrooms on a plane jesus christ thats a recipe for a panic attack.
Edit: he wasnt even on them?!?! 44 hours and its long gone out your system. Bro was just not mentally well
Tbh, an edible if you are into that and comfortable with it.
Do NOT do this if you are going into a country, such as some in East Asia, that consider presence of the drug in the body as possession of that substance. Japan did this for all but THC, but were changing the law to include it (I’m not sure if they have yet; it was only excluded because of some traditional ropemakers IIRC).
Even residue is enough to get you fucked royally in the UAE.
While this is true, “long flights” can be 8-12 hours in length and you will have to take the edible pre tsa check so you will be very sober by the time you land. No shot they test you without obvious reason
No shot they test you without obvious reason
I haven’t indulged in any such substances in well over a decade, but I would not be willing to risk that. One person, one flight attendant, or one random check could fuck someone so hard.
And thats totally fair, to each their own. I might be willing to risk it bc I’m impulsive and hate being bored but I can totally understand if someone is not willing to accept that risk. I should have mentioned the risk of flying overseas on such substances as I’m well aware of them but I’m currently engaging in such substances and I’m not all there tbh. Genuinely thanks for bringing it up.
Unrelated but if you like neolithic and bronze age history you should totally check out histiry time on youtube. Bangers all around
Never thought “SharkFucker420” would advocate the use of THC.
Me neither. Fucking a shark sounds like a LOT of work. Can’t we just sit on the couch and eat dorittos?
Who woulda thunk right?
Seriously though an edible on a flight is like fast travel
That sounds like hell. Time seems so slow when I’m on edibles. I’ll stick to sleeping pills on the airplane. Glad it works for you, though!
Ear plugs - not just noise cancelling headphones. It’s much easier to sleep with ear plugs than with headphones. And headphones can get uncomfortable after many hours. And if you want extra quietness you can use both the earplugs and headphones at the same time
On my list to try but haven’t yet: wax earplugs. They are single-use, so more costly over time. But I have been told they don’t build up pressure like foam or silicone plugs do.
Get custom molded ones if you can. I got concert ones made and they were 100% worth the price.
Some good suggestions here already. Adding one more - bring water onto the plane. Stay hydrated. As a bonus, it gives you an excuse to go for frequent walks to the bathroom.
Take a thin, snug hoodie. When your ready to sleep, take your arms out of the sleeves, zip it up, and cross your arms across your body. You’ll sleep better and your back and shoulders won’t feel as strained. I also have a long, wide scarf that i use for this. For neck pillows, i like the turtl one -hard but kind of flexible plastic with a wrap around sleeve. it works well and it’s easy to pack.
Depends on your time of day/night:
- Sleeping mask
- Comfy jacket/scarf
- Melatonin
- Ear plugs
- Some of your favorite snacks
I haven’t had anything else, myself. Other than lots of digital entertainment.
Noise-canceling headphones. Eye mask (some planes might provide one, but get a nice one that fits you). A good mask (planes can be very low-humidity so even if you aren’t worried about anything else, this can help keep you more comfortable).
Wear loose-fitting clothing (except compression socks if that’s something you want to do) or otherwise comfy clothing.
Other than that, get up and stretch every couple of hours if you can and are not sleeping.
I have flown from NY to Tokyo multiple times (which is like 15 hours depending upon weather).
I got a Manta Sleep mask on the recommendation of a friend last year and it is so, so good. I take it everywhere with me now, and use it on any flight where I need to get some rest. That and good earbuds make a huge difference if you’re a light sleeper like me.
Which type of Manta did you go with. They apparently have quite a few variants, and I might invest in one for my next flight.
I’ve had the basic one (not the slim - parts of the band on the slim are bare elastic and it’s not comfortable) for years and I love it. I’m a side sleeper and I don’t have much trouble with the mask getting pushed off, but I do dream about getting the pro version.
I have the Pro version because I’m a side sleeper and their site said it was great for that. They were right! Other sleep masks I tried would come off by morning but this thing stays put. It’s really comfy.
I sound like an ad but I usually wake up as soon as sunlight creeps into the room, and this thing helps me get an extra 1-2 hours during summer, which is huge. I really love it.
This is a great list.
I wear loose athletic pants for long flights. Not bedtime sweatpants, but Adidas style pants. I wear comfy shoes, that I unlace once I start napping.
I bring a sweatshirt so it becomes a pillow and something to pull over my eyes if it’s needed.
I also have a couple of airplane blankets and I bring my own. It comes in handy on flights where we cheap seats people don’t get blankets, and in airports when it’s nap time. I roll it up tight and strap it on the bottom of my backpack.
I also bring Sudoku puzzles. It’s a nice diversion from watching videos the whole way.
Well first of all wear comfy clothes and footwear. If you gotta go sandals, no socks, do it.
Your favourite form of passive entertainment. Smth you can put on in the background to ignore the world.
Your favourite form of passive entertainment.
Bring the porn. Got it.
- wear clothes that don’t melt in a fire (no polyester)
- Facemask
- Earplugs
- Antidiarrheal pills
- Wrist strap for your phone (so you can hang it on the seat in front of you and watch your shows)
My advice, travel light, the minimum you need, sure you might be on the plane for 20+ hours, but once you arrive where your going you have to lug all your extra stuff.
Those goofy inflatable neck pillows really do work
Buy the upgraded seats.
Earplugs/headphones, loose clothes, a warm top just in case it’s chilly, a small pillow, empty bottle to refill after you get through security.
Earplugs are number one. I also suggest compression socks since no one else has, they help with restless legs since you sit there for so many hours. If you have the money, a steam deck :)
