How do you sit comfortably on a long-haul flight?

If you have longer legs, try and opt for an aisle seat in order to maximize your legroom. If you're planning on sleeping throughout your flight, try and opt for a window seat so you have something to lean against while you rest, and won't be disturbed by passengers trying to get in and out of row.



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The best seat for maximum legroom: Any exit-row seat. The best seat for sleeping or limited noise: A window seat away from the bathroom and cabin crew areas. The best seat for minimal turbulence: A seat over the wing.

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So, instead of envying them, steal the style set's tips for looking great the moment you hit your destination.
  1. Dress in black and white. ...
  2. Choose wrinkle-resistant fabrics. ...
  3. Stick to a uniform. ...
  4. Pack a different outfit for the plane. ...
  5. Dress in cashmere. ...
  6. Carry a stylish bag. ...
  7. Take mini hair products.


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Exit rows, aisle or window seats, and anywhere close to the front are typically considered the best seats on a plane. On a short business trip, you might want an aisle seat near the front of the plane so you can debark as quickly as possible on arrival.

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  1. Choose Your Ideal Seat. Booking your flight in advance may give you a higher chance of being able to choose your ideal seat. ...
  2. Dress for Comfort. ...
  3. Sleep on the Plane. ...
  4. Pack the Essentials. ...
  5. Consider Your Long Term Health. ...
  6. Stay Hydrated. ...
  7. Combat Dry Air. ...
  8. Maintain Your Hygiene Routine.


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  1. Choose Your Ideal Seat. Booking your flight in advance may give you a higher chance of being able to choose your ideal seat. ...
  2. Dress for Comfort. ...
  3. Sleep on the Plane. ...
  4. Pack the Essentials. ...
  5. Consider Your Long Term Health. ...
  6. Stay Hydrated. ...
  7. Combat Dry Air. ...
  8. Maintain Your Hygiene Routine.


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13 Tips for Surviving a Long-Haul Flight
  1. Choose your seat. ...
  2. Power up. ...
  3. Get comfy. ...
  4. Bring some snacks. ...
  5. Always bring a scarf or shawl. ...
  6. Pack a pillow and blanket. ...
  7. See no evil, hear no evil. ...
  8. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate.


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21 Tips for Sleeping on Long-Haul International Flights
  1. Book a red-eye.
  2. Download a sleep app.
  3. Book a window seat.
  4. >> Read out trips for getting the best seat on the plane.
  5. 4. …or choose a seat far from the lavatory.
  6. Wear yourself out before your flight.
  7. Bring noise-canceling headphones.
  8. Upgrade your seat.


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Out of the handful of airlines I've flown on since last July, Singapore and Japan's largest airline ANA are easily the best of the bunch, followed closely by Korean. I flew on Singapore from Frankfurt to the island nation in January, riding for 12 hours in its Airbus A380 economy cabin.

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Upgrade Your Air Travel: 10 Tips to Score a First-Class Seat
  1. Join airline loyalty programs.
  2. Volunteer to be bumped.
  3. Use offers from your credit cards.
  4. Book flights during off-peak times.
  5. Check for available upgrades online.
  6. Consider late flight offers.
  7. Arrive early for check-in.
  8. Bid for an upgrade.


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So, can you simply ask for one and get it for free? No, not really — not even if it's your honeymoon. But in some cases, you may be able to ask to pay for an upgrade, which you can do from booking till boarding.

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Flight attendants typically do not have the authority to upgrade passengers to higher class seats or cabins without proper authorization. The decision to upgrade passengers is usually handled by the airline's ground staff or a designated team responsible for managing seat assignments and upgrades.

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Here are the items flight attendants suggest you leave home or save to wear post-flight:
  • Jewelry or bulky accessories. ...
  • Anything tight. ...
  • An uncomfortable bra. ...
  • Skimpy clothing. ...
  • Fragrance. ...
  • High heels, flip-flops and slides. ...
  • Fabrics that are flammable. ...
  • Bulky jackets.


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Compression socks help deter potential blood clots They work to stimulate circulation in the lower half, which is especially useful during long flights when you're sitting for prolonged periods.

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Pre-flight Announcement
We ask that you please fasten your seatbelts at this time and secure all baggage underneath your seat or in the overhead compartments. We also ask that your seats and table trays are in the upright position for take-off.

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Crew require a minimum of three hours rest when the flight duty period exceeds 14 hours (from when crew 'sign on' to 15 minutes after engines off). For flight duty periods longer than 18 hours, 4.5 hours bunk rest is required. The crew take turns for rest breaks. The first group will rest after the first meal service.

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