How to Survive Long Haul Flights (Even in Economy)

[@awaytogether]

Big shoutout to @unboundmerino for keeping us comfy on those long flights! 🛫Check out their gear at shrsl.com/4ews6 and snag a cool 10% off with code "AWAYTOGETHER"

[@sidneybrown9695]

Unbound Merino ignores larger people.

[@dragonflame9615]

Dressing in layers is so essential! When i was flying back from bangkok, the plane was like a fridge it was so cold!

[@Seanasaurus7560]

Like me, *im cold*

[@camerondavies6553]

I flew economy on Turkish Airlines. The seats were comfy and spacious (I am a big guy and was worried about not fitting in the seats), the food was superb, would definitely fly with them again

[@FateZeroCool]

Turkish air was amazing I loved the service and food was so good

[@monikaliebold4225]

Regarding neck pillow: Some budget airlines started to count it as a personal item. Be aware about carry-on and/or personal item restrictions of airline - so many new downsized restrictions about size/weight with nearly all airlines.

[@brett_flower]

Tip Number 1. Be under 5 ft 8inches tall.

[@awaytogether]

😂

[@candlechef6786]

Oh hell yes I am good then ..thank you height guru!!!

[@kurtschmelzer9203]

Agree. I'm 5-7 and can't imagine how someone any taller can get comfortable unless they are in first class maybe.

[@nmfixed]

I literally almost just posted this. I picked 5'8" also.

[@Acteaon]

Doh! 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@walternyc]

Great as always. Apart from the wobly tray table, exit rows in the front increases the chances of a crying baby exponentially. So I do not only avoid those but the the two rows behind also.

[@jakeskywalker6544]

Was curious if you have any videos on how to reset from a trip, organize pictures and videos, and recalibrate. I see a lot of videos about trip planning but little about the backend of travel.

[@awaytogether]

Jake, we don't but I love that idea! Added to the video ideas list. Great question! Thanks for watching

[@jakeskywalker6544]

@@TRUTHWINSALWAYS11 I found for me taking a few days off after returning to unpack and reset was helpful. Take time to visit with friends and family but more importantly I took time for myself. I know that might not be an option for everyone. But helped me after a month long trip.

[@papadougsadventures]

I make frequent trips to SE Asia and I always get an aisle seat. I also take a hoodie as planes can get cool and I also like to put the hood up to let people know I’m unavailable. I download Netflix shows on my iPad and you can binge an entire season. I also listen to audio books. Get a Bose Quiet Comfort headset, the battery life is great and the noise canceling is not only great for plane noise but really works great for crying kids.

[@reyorbci3398]

@papadougpapadougsadventures Do you fly with a neck pillow? If so, are your over-head headphones able to sit properly despite using a neck pillow? Contemplating whether to opt for overhead or in ear buds

[@papadougsadventures]

@@reyorbci3398 I don’t use a neck pillow. I use the overhead headphones. I also carry the Bose QC Ultra earbuds for use if I want to switch it up for any discomfort. I find the adjustable wings on most plane headrests are enough for me. Also the over the head Bose come with a cable to allow me to plug in to the plane entertainment system.

[@ElaborateTiger]

Another tip if you have noise cancelling headphones but no cable, you can wear both the headphones provided by the cabin crew and the noise cancelling ones at the same time.

[@doctorprepper8106]

I took two 14 hour flights when traveling to Australia. After the first flight I bought noise cancellation headphones in the airport while waiting for the connection and was actually less tired after the second flight than after the first. I was really surprised it made such a huge difference.

[@cs4849]

We have a transatlantic flight next week and due to various canceled flights, got bumped from economy plus to business. I’m actually looking forward to a flight I would normally dread. I actually used your code a while ago, thanks, and got a pair of black travel pants from Unbound. I will also wear a merino base layer shirt, an alpaca zip-up hoody and a pashmina shawl, so plenty of warm layers.

[@alevey64]

This video dropped while I was inflight from FCO-ORD. 1 hour before departure(when unassigned seats are assigned for international) , I checked my seat against the seat map in the Carriers app. I switched from a full row up front to an empty row in the back of the aircraft . Also, in addition to merino T Shirt, Merino underwear helps a whole lot as well. PS,don’t wash or brush teeth with airplane lavatory water!

[@isaacpry6363]

In four days i do the exact opposite ord to fco any tips? Lol

[@AndreFavron]

100% agree with the refillable water bottle. I always carry my Brita 32oz Stainless Steel. It is larger but much more resilient and the capacity and the filter make me very glad to have it on those long and dry flights. BTW - I am laughing because I am watching this video listening to my Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones. They truly are one of the best purchases I have ever made.

[@awaytogether]

Haha those headphones are the BEST! They don't pack as small as previous versions but they are still really good

[@sunnyscott4876]

Yessss. Your #1 suggestion is perfect. And even if you booked an economy flight, if you can afford the $30 or so that it costs to upgrade to a better seat DO IT. Yessss you're absolutely right. 💯

[@TaniaKitchen-o4s]

Unfortunately when you fly 17 hours from Perth to London, the flight is always gonna suck 😂

[@RachelMadeBoutiqueDolls]

I wish I could do one 17 hour flight! 😀 We do 8 + 14 from Melbourne, plus layover time. I love hearing people complain about flights longer than 4 hours… 😂

[@jamesvalenti9288]

I flew to Europe for the first time in June. Flight left NY at midnight, and landed in Paris at 130 local time. I upgraded to premium economy which basically gave me a seat that reclined as much as a lazyboy. I got decent sleep on the plane..not as much as a full night....but I was only going to be out and about for half a day anyway, so it worked out well.

[@nedkelly2035]

I just got back from a vacation with 6 flights, all over 5 hours each. NONE of the planes had screens. Passengers are now expected to plug in a tablet or phone with USB into the system to access the plane's entertainment. The airlines I was aboard were Alaska and Hawaii.

[@MaraudersWorld]

Thanks man … Your tips always rock!

[@awaytogether]

You rock!

[@markboulton104]

Thank you for this video I have a 16 hour flight in October and have taken several tips from this video👍

[@rachelg7371]

Thank you; I ordered a merino wool boxy t-shirt. If it fits, I'll order another.

[@fahfiibcc]

Thanks! Some tips can also use in premium eco flights as well

[@beckydmc]

Have you tried the Timeshifter ap? It was helpful for avoiding jetlag on our most recent trip to Europe. Appreciate your middle-section aisle suggestion. I used to take the window, now take the aisle because getting stuck for hours on end is awful.

[@juditmihalovits4641]

Hi Nick, just ordered from Unbound Merino. Thank you

[@awaytogether]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@juditmihalovits4641]

I already have a couple of pieces of clothing from them, & yes I love them. I also like your videos, giving good ideas, tips . Thank you

[@lifeisbeautiful7452]

Highly recommend the Trtl neck pillows. They fold flat and offer better support than the fluffy ones.

[@mreega4812]

Trtl is garbage

[@annabethwivell327]

I tend to agree with the video, I don’t find neck pillows to be worthwhile. They take up space and aren’t very comfortable, in my opinion. But my parents love them for traveling, even in the car. So whatever works for you is great for you! 😊

[@SolanaDevon]

As much as I love the wool clothing, Unbound Merino doesn’t like the bigger plus sized people. They only go to XXL for men and XL for women. For the larger plus sizes, I use Wool& and they’re great. They go to 3X.

[@NateB]

Do you have a place where you buy linen or cotton clothing that doesn’t have artificial materials?

[@mmwrangler]

Great content 👍only thing I do differently is no wool . Silk or silk like polyester in layers can take me from 80 to 20 without shedding . Personally I have found wool even the best can have an itch attack without warning.

[@jason41a]

if alcohol is free on the plane. i'm drinking it. lol.

[@jonny_mazerati9410]

Which is no plane ever

[@Mysore_Chandan_Kumar]

Very useful and practically workable tips! Thanks👌👌👌

[@robertocalderonabogado1427]

Merino wool is expensive and wears out really fast. There are great other materials which you can wear in layers to control your body temperature. A very breathable light fleece jacket is great to wear in long flight. Earpods are expensive. There are other brands of earbuds with noise cancelling options like 1More, Realme or Soundcore.

[@charliecruz1580]

I’ll be flying to the Philippines this November and I’m so nervous. I have 2 layovers and one of the flights will be 16 hours and it’s economy and I’ve never done this before 😱 wish me luck

[@NachoTV]

You'll be fine! It will be all worth it once you get there.

[@czar7507]

I'll be going there too on November 😀😀😀 good luck

[@NateB]

Tell us more about your plans?

[@NateB]

@@czar7507for how long and what is your itinerary?

[@Paladinbr]

A lot of phone cases have belt clips. Many of those belt clips can double as a stand. Otterbox defender series is a good example.

[@coedshowers]

I love my backpack with wheels and a handle on it, I think it cost around $150-$200. it has went across the world with me around 5X over now, the handle is a little wobbly/loose but its been 3 years and it hasn't broken yet.

[@sarapanzarella97]

For me it’s - no short shorts- why would you want your skin on those gross seats? And open toed shoes. No one wants to look at your feet for hours, plus airplanes are not clean and why risk injury. Not a good idea in case you need to evacuate the plane on the ground. Good tip to mention how dehydrating flights are.

[@mattball2700]

Love the Rick Steves reference!

[@awaytogether]

Rick is the GOAT! Thanks for watching.

[@Srelectrico]

This helped me to survive the Santiago - Melbourne 14h 45min flight 🤝

[@kpmistry1983]

Yeah I'm flying on tye airbus a330 and this planes arrangement is 2 4 2 instead of 3 3 3

[@ReinhardtBuhr]

keep getting bumped into when trying to sleep in an isle seat....

[@geegeeme3256]

Luckily for me I’m a very heavy sleeper! On my 13h flight from LA to Auckland I slept the entire way there. My essentials are an eye mask and earplugs and I’m set!

[@DocRock]

The most underrated advice that people will ignore and shouldn’t is the Unbound Merino bit. I on a whim purchased my first 3 shirt bundle three months ago. I now have 9 tees regular and lightweight, under wear and recently got the socks. I’ve done 4 trips with it and it is a game changer. Worth the spend. Yes I tried the *%#€£ty ones from Amazon and they suck and was why I put off UBM for so long focused one the price. The benefits outweigh the price ten fold Mahalo 🤙🏽

[@FlyandStay-524]

Thanks for the tips

[@100Stratusfiedx]

I’ll be flying internationally for the first time in July. I have completely converted everything and all my tech to USB-C, so thanks for the reminder about USB-A. I have a huge charging brick but I don’t want to be taking up each socket. I’m assuming there’s AC power for each seat?

[@awaytogether]

Depends on the plane/airline, but it's more and more common these days. Good luck on your flight! Have a nice trip.

[@JClark-34695]

Almost always on an international flight, but I've yet to fly a Southwest flight that had AC power or USB ports. Sad.

[@NateB]

@@JClark-34695 might mean they have the older, safer Boeing planes.

[@brucequinn]

Never ever get on a plane without a sweatshirt. You never know which flight is going to be 64°. Personally, I like The bulkhead rows because I like watching movies I’ve saved on my phone (Sometimes podcast or audiobooks ) and I don’t care about the fold out stuff related to the airplane.

[@sharonmertz2459]

Woolx also sells Merino wool. Seems to me are less expensive

[@tradeforcharity]

Compression under shorts - under the sweatpants helps a lot too..

[@rnguyen2516]

Hi Nic and Allie, this is a great video with very helpful tips and links! Definitely getting the power bank and stand! Would you choose a 9 hour nonstop flight to Europe with children, or would you do a layover? I understand you guys have a young child; mine are 11 and 8.

[@levainqueur9095]

Nice cameos by Rick Steves!

[@GSAdvocates]

I love long flights. Audible books and writing

[@DunRovinRanch-1969]

OMG. Another merino wool video.

[@johanntheboet5718]

double dosage triazolam works for me. Just awake at your destination.

[@jamesballard6564]

Or if you have allergies, benadryl also works as a sleep aid.

[@ethhh1723]

3 modelos and a Xanax bar had me get on a plane in Atlanta and wake up in Seoul 15 minutes later

[@Nickk-Joy]

Shit I need this fro when I go to Greece

[@chadbooth6113]

What kind a of noise cancelling headphones would you recommend

[@christylabouve3710]

What type of compression socks do you recommend?

[@iswish_41]

The ones that compress

[@elsololobo1091]

I put myself into a deep trance and before I know it the flight is over. mind over matter there are certainly harder things to do than having to set still for 10-12 hrs.

[@alicejhanson86]

Allergic to wool!

[@tmat90-o8t]

For anyone who flies economy on international flights, you have a special kind of patience! I could not do it!! 😂😂

[@maryamcoco3683]

can i bring a taser in checked bag?

[@UkaLyn_L]

I used to think why all the head rests in the world are so awkwardly placed and finally I figured out one day i I'm too short to reach that! Little woman of 4'11" 😂

[@genemajka9272]

I thoroughly enjoy all your videos. A few months ago I spent 5 weeks on the road (train) in Italy, France and Switzerland. You videos really made the trip trekking across Europe as a single 76 year old man enjoyable. BUT, yes that inevitable BUT NOT BUTT. Sleeping on the aircraft. The reason I do not sleep in a sitting position is that I snore. I do not want to be that decrepit old man snoring disturbing everyone. I can not find any assistance on line. Suggestions? Thank you.

[@samewalt6486]

Try using a neti pot to clear your sinuses.

[@lyndafairbrother1735]

Try a breathe-right strip - helps my husband.

[@user-pf5xq3lq8i]

Mouth tape hidden under a covid mask?

[@DrunkAncestor]

Apple Vision Pro with noise cancelling headphones = what long haul flight?

[@Boosted403]

Number 1: find ur gate so no stress 2: get beers it’s gonna be a long flight… 3. Don’t talk when boarding so they can’t smell the liquor or throw on a Covid mask😂😂😂 3: sit down listen to some tunes 4: order more drinks 5: sleep. 6: awake up get one more beer to get into vacation mood and boom ur arrived Pro tip pack a hoodie in case the planes cold Pro tip if ur drinking don’t take the window u break the seal ur done for 😂 they will hate u getting up every 30 mins

[@JA-tw8pv]

Bought 4 merino wool tshirts!

[@hillsidebilly4649]

Gin tonic + sleeping pill. No more secrets needed.

[@MiaHessMusic]

My spousal unit always has a deck of card with him.

[@user-pf5xq3lq8i]

Solitaire

[@suzy5166]

The more you eat, the more gas you can make 😂

[@justjg]

Business on a 737 Max blows. It's just a bit wider seat.

[@awaytogether]

Totally true that some are better than others.

[@mangostickyrice555]

Thumbs up 👍 Away

[@BartoMeister2]

Did I only feel like watching the Tele shopping channel back in the 90'?

[@jonny_mazerati9410]

So do you use the sink water on the plane to brush your teeth?? That water is not potable.

[@perezpepito104]

34 hours of travel leaving on Friday

[@spacechannelfiver]

Take a pillow and bungie it to your backpack, 14 hours in economy is no fun and it still counts as your one carry on. I carry a small nylon Adidas drawstring bag inside the backpack and then put the stuff I want in it before stowing the back pack. If you play games then get yourself a PS Vita and jailbreak it; its GOAT handheld that you can stash in the pocket of your cargo pants in a way that you cant stash a Nintendo Switch or Steamdeck. Also, wear Cargo pants - big baggy and full of pockets. If you have access to a Uniqlo, then use them - they make great clothes that are supposed to be layered and perfect for flights. I always become quite Hangry on long flights, they never feed you enough so get some sandwiches for your backpack. I always take an aisle seat as the social anxiety is much easier if you dont have to climb over strangers to take a leak. If you're flying as a couple reserve the window and an aisle. Nobody wants the middle seat; so if the flight is packed the person in middle seat will be happy to trade it for the window and if less packed then hooray; you have 3 seats! Always be nice to all staff, both in flight and the airport. That time you got bumped from economy to premium economy and you got to the gate and they were overfull and do you dreadfully mind if we put you in Business? It does happen. Rarely. But it does. Alcohol i'm mixed on, if you're the sort of person that can drink a bunch, get smily and then fall asleep then knock yourself out. If you are either a pain in the arse or worse yet aggressive when drunk then dont drink. You either drink yourself asleep or do not touch a single drop, there is no middle ground that doesn't involve needing to go to the bathroom and feeling like shit for no reason. Be mindful and prepared for Immigration, carry a pen in your cargo pants. The last thing you need is some passive aggressive officer in Atlanta telling you that subsection 4 of clause c of paragraph 2 wasn't filled out.

[@PXX-t1j]

Don't think there is any solution. Travelling in my work around the world in economy and so far 10 years in i can't sleep on a flight. I "pass out" around an hour after a flight change if I'm lucky otherwise I'm basically awake for 28 hours.

[@hrhr9664]

had last month a 10 hours flight.... watched for 10 hours f/kin flight`s map. what a nightmare.

[@drmountainman2749]

It is crazy how expensive the wool clothing he is advertising costs! Costco.

[@parasdeo313]

Avoid airlines with uncomfortable seats......Read reviews by other passengers who have flown the same sectors.

[@tianamichael]

I thought you can't charge your phone with your power bank

[@BoomixDe]

I almost skipped the video because your video started with a generic stock video and your voice sounded like those AI Computer voices. 😂

[@vernaxxx8940]

I can't see the point of eye masks. Do your eyelids not work?

[@kolemiller7663]

pet peeve....if you're putting on your eye mask on close your window!!!

[@iswish_41]

Every time I see someone sporting a neck pillow, I can't help but judge them. It screams, "I'm clueless when it comes to what to do at an airport or on a plane."

[@chuiwyjustin]

Solution: take business. :)

[@stevegiblin270]

I am allergic to wool and compression socks suck. Airplane travel is a joke!😄👻👻

[@user-pf5xq3lq8i]

Wear a hoodie and do star jumps

[@acbc3543]

I use three pills of melatonin.

[@fredflintstone2234]

Ha ha ! Yeah just pay an extra $5000 for a good seat!

[@donttalkcrap]

0:07 Why TF do 'Mericans say SHTRANGERS? There's NO 'H" in Strangers 🤦

[@brianfox771]

Huh, we do, don't we? While you're at it, ask the British and Aussies why they put an 'r' sound after an 'ah' sound.

[@beemo9]

You're going to get wrinkles if you keep doing that with your forehead

[@noname-ch6fd]

bro this is anti raw dog propaganda. do not fall for this bros.

[@alexwaynemiller]

✈️ 🫡

[@massimonember7126]

What a stupid title. Most people, myself included, "survive" five days per week, almost every week of the year to 10-hour long jobs. Every time I fly long haul (done it 60+ times so far, always in economy) I simply see it as a relaxing time. Doing nothing, eating, drinking, dozing, watching movies, listening to music. The only painful part is the one that affects the bank account.

[@charlesbredemus9800]

Not taking advice from anyone wearing a face diaper.

[@zybon777]

I'm a fat piece of garbage, so I need compression socks so I don't die of diabeetus