Is it okay to go on a plane with tinnitus?

Those with permanent tinnitus are not likely to experience any changes in their tinnitus when flying. For those that do, it should only be temporary. We would recommend that you seek the advice of a medical or hearing professional if you are experiencing prolonged effects after a flight.



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In most cases, flying will not cause any long-term damage to hearing or tinnitus symptoms, however, there are several tips to follow to ensure a comfortable flight. Many people worry that the engine noise may be damaging to their ears and cause tinnitus symptoms to worsen.

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Preventing Airplane Ear If clogged ears or ear pain cause you problems when flying, there are several steps you can take to prevent it from happening: Use filtered earplugs. Chew gum or suck on candy. Use a nasal spray 30 minutes before takeoff.

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While there is no scientific proof that earplugs actually help with in-flight ear pain, anyone who feels like they are a benefit should continue to use them to relieve their pain. Some other effective methods of reducing pressure include swallowing, yawning, blowing your nose, and chewing gum.

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Chewing. Chewing is another practice that helps pilots to relieve ear popping. Just like yawning or swallowing liquids, chewing also stretches areas around the ears, equalizing the pressure inside the ear.

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