14 HOURS ON A PLANE WITH 3 KIDS! | Tips for International Flights with Kids

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Wondering how to survive 14 hours on a plane with 3 kids? Today we are giving you travel tips on how to prepare for international long haul flights with kids.
Travel Hacking Teachers (family of 5!) are flying economy on Emirates Airlines from Chicago (ORD) to Dubai (DXB). If you plan to fly long haul flights with kids, be sure to watch the entire video to pick up helpful travel tips to make your experience even better. We will discuss the best types of luggage, airport lounges and how to access them, kid’s travel kits, ordering food on the plane, and so much more!
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[@BagsPackedFamily]

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[@debyorkshirelass9674]

Watching your older content, so lovely seeing how the kids have grown from these little cuties ❤

[@BagsPackedFamily]

They look so young here. I recently watch some of our Georgia 🇬🇪 videos, and the kids were so little. :-)

[@ScenicSitesandBites]

I have always dreaded long flights with kids but you seem to have a great rhythm going. As always you have great tips. Much appreciated!

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thanks, guys! This summer we're flying back to the US for a bit. It will be very interesting to see how our youngest handles the 14-hour flight as now a walking and cruising little dude!

[@invisibletravellers6271]

It is a very informative and detailed video. You speak so eloquently and clearly. Looks like the kids who travelled with you are patient and calm. Great job.

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thanks so much! I appreciate your comments about the kids. Although, they can through pretty big fits when they're in the mood. 😂

[@Avatarworldexprtslays]

Thanks for those tips

[@blissvacations2343]

Love how the baby is a pro at sneaking some food in while you're talking. :-) great tips!

[@BagsPackedFamily]

I laughed so much when I watched that part in the video! So cute! 😊

[@Mani00786]

Nice tip re staggering meals/ special meals

[@LifewithSamandTiff]

A wealth of great tips even for traveling solo! You and your wife are a great team to make this kind of travel work with 3 children. My wife and I enjoyed watching!

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thanks so much! I hope we can all travel again soon! 🌏

[@LifewithSamandTiff]

Soon. Keep safe and healthy.

[@WoodsWavesWings]

Very informative 👍.. you were well prepared and managed everything like a pro 🙂

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the information.

[@Paola-jf2qf]

Finally..a video that was great help. Thank you.

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thanks so much! It's hard to believe how much bigger the kids are now. :-)

[@MarcoPoloski]

Thank you for this video rich in concrete information. I really liked the baby cot on the plane, very practical.

[@BagsPackedFamily]

It was a lifesaver! Thanks for the feedback and support.

[@landshass2849]

10:41 the thief stole the bun. 😁

[@FamilyonStandby]

These are some GREAT tips. And this is coming from parents who fly ALL the time with our kids. Granted, we only have 2. Three seems even tougher! Good on you :)

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Family on Standby thanks so much! I’m glad you guys pulled some helpful information. What’s your next trip?

[@TheMapPinners]

Your family seems to have travel really down to a science. You make it look very calm and easy considering you are traveling as a unit of 5. Great video and very informative :)

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Flying with kids is always an adventure in itself! Our fingers are always crossed that there won't be any major kid, or parent, breakdowns on the flight! :-)

[@AlongWeGo]

We've flown out of Chicago dozens of time! (Our former home before leaving to travel). Great idea with the staggered meal!

[@BagsPackedFamily]

ORD is definitely our home away from home at the moment. :-) We happened upon the staggered meal idea on one of our earlier international flights. Now's it's a must-do when traveling with younger kids!

[@OwenTravels]

Thats a long ride! Glad it went well with the kids. Nice trip report.

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thanks, Owen. Living overseas has definitely given us lots of practice. 😀

[@philosophie7904]

I imagine flying that long with 3 kids is quiet anxiety inducing. It seems like you prepared and handled everything exceptionally well though! :)

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Definitely anxiety-inducing!! 😅 Thanks so much!

[@Annabelgan]

​@@BagsPackedFamilyafter seeing your video, I swear upon my life to work as hard as possible so that my family can be in business or even first class. You should try business class too!

[@yvesthesleeve]

Yes, good tips. We have been traveling with our 2 kids for almost three years now. Lots of problems all the time. What I learned is most important: get a night flight. My knowledge just increased, thanks.

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thanks so much! Definitely, lots of troubleshooting with it comes to traveling with kids! 😁 We tend to like night flights so the kids can pass out. 😴

[@bluestarfishsea]

Thks for the tips! 🙏 Do you still do lounge access these days with 3 kids, and just pay for one entry?

[@WhisperWanderlust]

You are heroes. I can barely manage to take care of myself while traveling

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thank you! It will be interesting this summer when we fly back to the US and that sweet little baby is 1.5 years old. Hopefully, he won't be too much of a monster!!

[@brilliantbutblue]

Although l don't have littles anymore, I've travelled a ton with kids, and your tips are excellent 👍

[@melanierobinson4152]

Awesome information. We are looking at a flight with four children for over 20hrs. God bless!

[@BagsPackedFamily]

That's so cool! Where are you going? We love traveling internationally with our kids! :-)

[@pokhara2024]

wow great giving lots of information ...like it

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thank you! Can't wait to go back and learn more...8 hours isn't enough!

[@ferozalam8355]

Superb and nice informations for travelers.

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thanks, Feroz!

[@happycookies2245]

Oooo nice video!!

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thanks!

[@itsMaeLam]

This video is perfect for me! I'll be on a plane for 10 hours (not as long as yours but decently scary long too) in a few weeks so this is a great one!

[@BagsPackedFamily]

10 hours is definitely a long time on a plane with kids! You can do it!! :-)

[@arribaficationwineho32]

@@BagsPackedFamily parent can do it but can other passengers be as “happy”?

[@906090amilee]

Can you share the link for your duffel bags the one you use on this video? The link in description takes to a completely different duffle bag

[@horatio.v]

Hiya, I’ve just been watching your video. Really good content! 👍👍 My question simply is how old was Forest when you guys did this flight?

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thank you! Little Forest was about 8 months old in this video. We're planning on an updated tips video when we fly back to the USA for Christmas. 👍

[@rambhaktrajputana5651]

Wonderful tips 🐑🥳🎉

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thank you 😊

[@arthipartipan5695]

How old was ur third baby to get the bassinet.. love ur video❤

[@Moss_piglets]

Do you recommend choosing the bulkhead sets for families with children? I'll be traveling with my siblings and their children ages 1-5 years old. It's a 14 hour flight and I wanted to make sure everyone is comfortable especially the kids who are flying for the first time.

[@Hungry_Voyager]

Great! I've never seen your videos before, I love how you get to the point with all of you hacks instead of all the useless fluff in between!! Since becoming full time travellers early in the year me and Marti have also got premium credit cards that give us access to lounges, well worth the annual fee. Thanks for sharing your tips! :) Sub'd

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thanks, guys! Our channel is fairly new, so I'm glad it caught your eye. I appreciate your feedback on getting to the point and cutting the useless fluff! 😆 Premium credit cards are definitely the way to go as a frequent traveler. It's awesome that you guys made the jump to full-time travelers! Very inspiring! I look forward to following your journey!

[@LishaTaylor]

I was so confused as to why no one had a mask on lol then I checked the date. Thanks for the tips!

[@BagsPackedFamily]

The good ol' days! 🤣

[@user-zt4kj1go2d]

Having to travel alone with a 3 and 1 year old on a 12 hour long haul flight this summer…I know the situation isn’t quite the same but this video and other parents out there doing it is bringing me so much peace!

[@kingocho471]

Is this Chicago O'hare International Airport or Chicago Midway International Airport?

[@jullietliufau9865]

about the meals also, I flew with air New Zealand so i dont know if it was just there policy but when they bought the food out I just asked if i could get mine a little later because I was nursing, and they had no problem with it. Same thing as when my toddler was sleeping. Only reason why i mention this is if you dont want a vegetarian or vegan meal, you could always just ask for them to delay it

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Great tip, Julliet. Thank you! 🙌

[@alulan3282]

God bless , Your kids are polite and well behaved. Not all kids are raised well

[@BagsPackedFamily]

That’s very nice of you to say. Thank you for the blessing. :-)

[@KingXIV]

That flight must have feel like forever, will keep the tips in mind

[@BagsPackedFamily]

14 hours definitely pushes the upper limit on a plane!

[@rizkimaulano2857]

i found the little forest😂🥰 hope everyone is healthy always

[@howispov1937]

I'm curious of what your niche is, and if you've thought about it. Good title, it'll definitely bring some clicks 👍

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thanks so much! We've actually just been talking about our niche. We are definitely moving in the direction of expat teachers with kids and travel.

[@blissfullyme]

Hi,did you check in those large duffel bags? Or can we use them as carry-on?

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Hi. Those large duffel bags are checked baggage for us. As we live overseas, we use them to mainly carry bulk items we buy in the US to bring back to Indonesia. They’re great because they are larger and weigh less then large suitcases. :-)

[@alishastegall5749]

This is great. I have a question, how are you able to book those type of seats with the board in the front of you. Can you pick those seats before hand, or do you have to let the flight attendant know you have a 5/6 moth old baby that needs a crib?

[@BagsPackedFamily]

With Emirates Airline, you can book the bulkhead row for free if you child is under 24 months old. The airlines will provide the bassinet, also for free.

[@CarolandDerek]

Three is a tall order. Good tips not that I would put myself through taking 3 little ones. Have to check my credit cards and see what we get🤔

[@BagsPackedFamily]

It's definitely worth double checking your CC to seek what perks are offered. If you're looking for a new travel card, check out the Chase Sapphire Preferred and Reserve. The kids did great on that flight. Time will tell for the next one!

[@mohamedadam7548]

Hi curious about the infant bed. Do you have to order it beforehand or they just gove it to you?

[@BagsPackedFamily]

No, it's provided by the airline. No need to order it ahead.

[@maggiewang1984]

I'm curious ticket price versus other airlines. I fly Delta/ Air Canada /Air China mostly they don't give package out but I'm assuming ticket prices are cheaperm

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Hi Maggie, Thanks for the comment. The reason we went with Emirates airlines on that particular flight was the fact that they were the only airline that had a non-stop flight. Full price, this trip would have cost $5773 round trip which is more than some airlines out of Dubai, but the only non-stop to Chicago (DXB-ORD-DXB). Typically, we always look for convenience over price within a reasonable limit. We also consider travel partners with our credit cards.

[@maggiewang1984]

@@BagsPackedFamily Thanks.

[@Svenywhere]

How well did it go in their first years? I think it is horrific when they are in the crying age. I need to have a look at the lounges part, see if my British Airways ones give me access or not.

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Let's just say the kid's first years aren't on KZbin for a reason! 😇 Although baby Forest is quickly approaching the flying danger zone age 😈 Airport lounges are pretty great when traveling long haul, especially during layovers. We utilize Priority Pass through one of our premium travel credit cards. You mentioned British Airways, they are a transfer partner with Chase, so the Chase Sapphire Reserve might be worth looking into. Plus The Aspire lounge at LHR (T5) is pretty sweet if you're in and out of Heathrow.

[@janellee6405]

I'm traveling for 21-24 hours to Guam (military) 1 year 4 year old im so scared

[@morganhoyle1]

What kind of bassinet is that? Where did you find it?

[@BagsPackedFamily]

The bassinet was is provided by Emirates airlines directly. On long-haul international flights, Emirates (and some other airlines) let’s families, with a child under 2, book the bulkhead row for free. It’s that row that has the bassinet hook ups. The flight attendants will hook it up once the plane reaches altitude. Regardless of if you use the bassinet, having the bulkhead row provides a huge advantage in terms of space and maneuverability for parents. 👶✈️👍

[@prathyushareddy6089]

Haii..if we get IAmsterdam card we get discounts on museums also right.!! My kid is 4yr old..does she any card to get discounts on museums and can travel around in public transport

[@BagsPackedFamily]

I'm not sure about the iAmsterdam card, but I know the Entertainer App has many good deals. :-)

[@10ce213]

Hello, Great Video :) I'm travelling with my 2 kids (3 & 5) first time. My flight is Air Canada from Canada to US and from US to Germany its is Lufthansa. Air Canada emailed us saying they will seat us together but I haven't heard anything from Lufthansa. My question is does international flights try to seat the family together or they can seta us separate?

[@BagsPackedFamily]

At this point, we've flown many long haul international flight. The airlines have always put our family together, but that doesn't guarantee that they always will.

[@10ce213]

@@BagsPackedFamily thank you so much. I'm keeping my hopes high on that because Lufthansa wants $110 for each person and each flight.

[@sobiamuzammil9892]

Do we have to pay for bassinet seat in Emirates or is it free with the an infant ticket?

[@BagsPackedFamily]

No, the bassinet is free to us as long as your child is under 2, and you are in the bulkhead row. With a child under 2, you can book the bulkhead row for free on Emirates. It's a great perk. :-) Enjoy your adventure!

[@sobiamuzammil9892]

@@BagsPackedFamily Thank you so much. How old was your son because i have heard they don’t give you bassinet if your child is above 6 months

[@BagsPackedFamily]

In this video, he's over 6 months old. We used the bassinet on all of our international fights even when he was 22 months old. The flight attendants usually ask if we want it. Once the plane is at altitude, if they haven't offered, be sure to request the bassinet.

[@debyorkshirelass9674]

Hi guys👋 Whats been the hardest trip with the kids being little and how did you deal with it ?

[@BagsPackedFamily]

The hardest things was definitely when the kids would have tantrums on the planes. Typically, we would just have to ride them out. Luckily, Forest is just about our of that phase. 😬

[@JAlexa-id5bt]

Is why the baby is flying in yours or is that in the plane!? If yours, could you please send a link!!!!

[@BagsPackedFamily]

The bassinet is from the plane. :-)

[@cynthiamaybunya4622]

YOU need to check IN THE BAG AND YOUR HAND carry asked will be YOU need TO get a good seat ON THE ✈ breakfast

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Thank you for the add information. :-)

[@farahjad1]

We have a 4 years old and a 2year and 5 month toddler and we are so worried to travel overseas (15 hour flight to Dubai and a 3 hour flight after) Any added tips for this age ? How old were your older babies at the time of the video ? Thank you so much for sharing !!

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Awesome! We’ve now flown internationally many times with our kids, and overall, it’s always been a pretty good experience. In this video, our kids are 7, 5, and almost 1. They are now 9, 7, and 2. If you’re flying Emirates airlines, you will be able to book the bassinet (bulkhead) row for free. Definitely take it! This will give you a lot more room to maneuver. Also, like in the video, make sure to order the special kids meals for your 4 and 2 year old, and one adult special order meal (vegetarian, vegan, or whatever option you want). By ordering one adult special meal, it will come out with the kids meals, and both adults won’t both be stuck with food trays if the baby needs help. Your biggest challenge will probably be your 2 year old. They’re just too young to watch 15 hours of movies 🤪 Emirates airlines provides pretty good kid amenity kits, but you want to supplement with the crayons, little toys, sticky things like tape and window gel toys, etc. We also brought comfortable kid size to headphones for our older children. One thing to remember, is that the kids will probably cry or scream at some point. It’s ok, and it will pass. Kelly and I have each had shifts dealing with a crying baby on a long haul flight. Taking the kids on “ mandatory” walking/ stretching breaks every hour or so is helpful. You might consider bringing a car seat on the plane for the 2 year old if he/she is used to the car seat- we haven’t done this because it’s “one more thing” to carry but often wish we had it for take off and landing.

[@mirae9860]

@@BagsPackedFamilygreat! Your tips help me a lot to get ready for my 13 hours journey with 16 months baby😁 thank you so much

[@hanyros3343]

How old is your little one here ? I have 20 months i wonder if we should be him seat or not

[@BagsPackedFamily]

At the time, he was under 24 months. On most international flights, under 2 is free as long as they are held in the lap. On Emirates, with an under 2, you can choose your your seats for free. The best seats to pick are the bulk head row which is used to snap on the airline provided bassinet.

[@tkurk]

But how did it taste??!!

[@BagsPackedFamily]

I'll need to channel my inner Mark Wiens!

[@arribaficationwineho32]

It is airline food.

[@Nepalimomlife932]

❤️❤️🇳🇵🇳🇵🙏

[@nqurratulainhumairahabdull54]

Was it easy bring 3 toddler on long hour journey using plane?😅

[@BagsPackedFamily]

Not easy, but totally doable!

[@Tahsin_Hussain]

Doesn't it look awkward, you talking the whole flight, where all other passengers are quite. Didn't they complain or they are so polite. You could do a voice over later

[@mrrandom1265]

I would never travel with kids. They will ruin your vacation, explode your budget and they won't even remember anything when they get older. I would let them stay at their cousin's house for one week and totally enjoy my trip with my wife.

[@BagsPackedFamily]

I reading your comment as we’re dealing with a total baby tantrum in the middle of a market in Raja Ampat, Indonesia 🇮🇩 I wonder if we can fly our three kids solo to their cousin’s house??🧐 🤣