How do you get a nervous flyer on a plane?

If you are anything like me, check out these helpful tips to reduce anxiety and remain calm before and during your flight.
  1. 1) Tell your travel expert. ...
  2. 2) Tell the airline ahead of time. ...
  3. 3) Pick an aisle or extra legroom seat. ...
  4. 5) Arrive at the airport ahead of time. ...
  5. 7) Bring water. ...
  6. 9) Do something to distract yourself.




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Try sitting in an aisle seat in an exit row towards the front of the plane. These seats typically have more legroom, are easier to get out of, and also reduce the number of other passengers in your view, making the space feel less crowded.

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Try holding your breath and then breathing deeply, or better still, force yourself to breathe out for as long as you can and then take a long, deep breath. Seif and Farchione both recommended taking deep breaths, since this triggers the calming response and can help to prevent hyperventilation.

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Take a melatonin pill. That's the hormone that our bodies use to put us to sleep naturally. Pop the pill a few hours before the flight.

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People often come to us requesting the doctor or nurse to prescribe diazepam for fear of flying or assist with sleep during flights. Diazepam is a sedative, which means it makes you sleepy and more relaxed. There are a number of very good reasons why prescribing this drug is not recommended.

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One in three people said that the most stressful part of travelling was during the flight, with a further 35% saying they found landing the most stressful. Boarding, finding your seat on the plane and the flight itself all came at the bottom of the list, making them the least stressful moments whilst travelling.

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The best seat on the plane to avoid turbulence is either over the wings or towards the front of the aircraft. The wings of the plane keep it balanced and smooth, whereas the tail of the aircraft can bounce up and down more. The closer a passenger is to the front of the plane the less turbulence they would usually feel.

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If you're stressed about an upcoming flight, consider using one or more of the following calming techniques:
  1. Fight fear with knowledge: ...
  2. Practice breathing exercises: ...
  3. Refocus your attention: ...
  4. Strike up a conversation: ...
  5. Drink lots of water:


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While Xanax may be useful for flying on an airplane, it will not help you with your anxiety. It may help in the moment but you will not tackle your fear of flying if you are asleep the whole flight. If you ran out of your medication or left it at home, the anxiety will still exist if you go on an airplane again.

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People sometimes ask the doctor or nurse to prescribe diazepam, or similar drugs like lorazepam temazepam or clonazepam, for fear of flying or to help sleep during flights. Prescribing these drugs is not recommended any more for these reasons: The Grange Practice does NOT prescript sedatives for fear of flying.

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Ambien (zolpidem) is among the most popular — and potent — sleeping pills for travel. Classified as a sedative-hypnotic drug, Ambien works by slowing down your brain, making it easier for you to fall asleep. It comes in two forms, Ambien and Ambien CR (controlled release), both of which require a prescription.

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Benadryl - Many parents ask about giving Benadryl to their child before a flight to promote rest and sleep. This is not necessary. Benadryl does not necessarily cause a child to sleep or sit quietly. In fact, it may cause a child to be hyper and/or irritable.

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Experts reveal where the germs are hiding and how to stay healthy and comfortable while airborne.
  • Please! ...
  • Skip the ice in your drink. ...
  • Don't sit in your seat the entire flight. ...
  • Ditch your contact lenses. ...
  • Don't turn off the air vent over your seat. ...
  • Don't eat food after it's fallen on the tray table. ...
  • Don't use the blankets.


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Create a Sleep Nook
In the window seat, you can recline your seat just enough so you can still look out the window if needed. The seat usually has an adjustable headrest, so using this as a pillow adds a bit of comfort. Also, use the footrest or prop your feet on top of a carry-on bag.

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Antihistamines such as Dramamine (Tm) can also be taken before getting on the airplane may help manage pressure fluctuations by keeping the Eustachian tube open. There are many other antihistamines (such as meclizine) that can also be used in this situation.

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So many travelers struggle with this fear, so the best way to cope is to find a seat with plenty of space. The least crowded section of the plane is first or business class. But if upgraded flying isn't in your budget there are still options. Try sitting in an aisle seat in an exit row towards the front of the plane.

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Routes with the most turbulence
  • New York to London. One of the most popular routes which experience turbulence is flying from New York to London (and also London to New York). ...
  • Seoul to Dallas. ...
  • Flying into certain airports near the equator. ...
  • Flying into Reno, Nevada. ...
  • London to South Africa.


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