Can you relocate as a flight attendant?

Unlike most traditional jobs, flight attendant positions do not necessarily require you to relocate. Many senior flight attendants live where they want and commute by air to and from each trip freely.



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Do you have to live in your base city as a flight attendant? Cabin crew tend to live close to their base, but it's not the only option. Many airlines say that crew must live within 45 minutes to 90 minutes traveling time of their base.

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Flight Attendants can live anywhere in the world, provided they can get to base for the start of their shift.

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Working long hours and being away from loved ones can be tough to deal with. However, I'm incredibly adaptable and am willing to make sacrifices as I see the job's value in allowing me to travel and experience new places. The physical aspect of the job, like standing for long periods, can be quite challenging.

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For aspiring flight attendants, Delta Air Lines, ranked by its employees as one of the best places to work, is also one of the most difficult places to get a job. It's harder to get invited to Delta flight attendant training than it is to get into Harvard University.

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As a flight attendant, you'll be eligible for free flights – sometimes for your friends or family, too! – and maximum time off to enjoy the destinations of your choice during your free time. You'll also get discounts on hotels, car rentals, other airlines' flights, and vacation packages.

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There is no age limit to becoming a flight attendant. As long as you can keep up with the job's physical demands, age is nothing but a number.

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At 21 years old, you can apply to be a flight attendant with any airline. Minimum age requirements typically apply at the time of training completion, so candidates who will reach an airline's minimum age during training can apply for flight attendant roles. There is no upper age limit for flight attendants.

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It's a physical job, but not all flight attendants must be slim and trim. You do, however, have to fit into the flight attendant jumpseat. Flight attendants have no set weight requirements, as body types can vary even if two people are the same height and weight.

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Typically, flight attendants work 12 to 14 days and log 65 to 85 flight hours on average each month, not including overtime. Flight attendants are only paid once the boarding doors are closed.

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While being a flight attendant isn't the highest-paying job, you're almost always guaranteed to fly for free. Flight attendants can ride in coach for free or fly with a companion for about 90 percent off plus tax and fees on international flights. Additionally, you'll receive benefits, like health and dental insurance.

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Yes, flight attendants are typically reimbursed for their hotel stays when they have to stay overnight. Airlines usually provide a per diem rate that covers the cost of meals and lodging while away from home.

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Flexible schedule
Airline companies want crew members to be well-rested to ensure safe travel, so a company might limit the hours crew members can work. Many flight attendants work three days per week. This can be a great benefit for some people, as it allows more time for travel, family or personal interests.

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And the winner of the poll was: Virgin Atlantic with 53% of votes. Singapore Airlines ranked second with 18%. Etihard ranked third with 12%.

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The training process for flight attendants can be quite rigorous and time-intensive. New hires typically need to complete somewhere between three to six weeks of initial training, where they learn on-the-job skills such as safety procedures and emergency drills.

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Some examples of weaknesses that can be reframed as areas for improvement include:
  • Being introverted ? Working on being more outgoing.
  • Having anxiety ? Managing anxiety so it doesn't interfere with job performance.
  • Being impatient ? Learning how to better handle stress and cope with difficult situations.


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