Does flying make period heavier?

Does it get heavier while on a plane? Your period will not get heavier during a flight, and the good news is that there is some evidence it may even get lighter. This is due to both the air pressure and the high altitude. One or both of these might then cause a short instances of heavier flow upon landing.



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Proper hormone balance is necessary for ovulation, meaning an imbalance can rock the system and cause an irregular period. While many hormones are involved in the control of your menstrual cycle, two important ones are known to be directly related to travel and stress: cortisol and melatonin.

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While many hormones are involved in the control of your menstrual cycle, two important ones are known to be directly related to travel and stress: cortisol and melatonin. Travel often goes hand-in-hand with stress, explained Dr. Klein, and this can cause cortisol levels to fluctuate.

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It's normal for your cycle to be thrown off course and perhaps even miss a period when you travel. If you have concerns about skipping a period, or you miss two or more cycles once you return, reach out to your healthcare provider for guidance.

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How to Travel with a Heavy Period: 5 Tips for a Worry-free Trip
  1. Wear high-quality period underwear. Being on a trip while on your period can be stressful, but it doesn't always have to be! ...
  2. Bring wipes or sprays. ...
  3. Stick with darker clothing. ...
  4. Hydrate and eat healthful meals. ...
  5. Pack extra supplies.


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Traveling across time zones can throw your hormones — and your menstrual cycle — out-of-whack. The further you go, the more likely you are to be affected. This might not matter much if you're visiting Grandma in Norway. But if you're beach-bound to meet your new lover, cycle unpredictability may be more annoying.

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Although some people may notice a change in their menstrual cycle and ovulation during or after a trip, the majority are unaffected. Travel can certainly agitate and manipulate the timing of ovulation, but so can just about anything that causes a lot of stress.

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