What is the healthiest thing to drink on a plane?

It should come as no surprise that the healthiest thing to drink on a plane is water, which also happens to be the healthiest thing to drink on land.



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“While plain water is best for staying hydrated, other drinks and foods can help, too,” says Theunissen. “Fruit and vegetable juices, milk and herbal teas add to the amount of water you get each day.” Consider bringing your own herbal tea bags while flying.

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To be extra safe, the CUNY researchers advised people never to drink water onboard a plane that does not come from a sealed bottle. They also said passengers should not drink coffee or tea brewed on their flight, and that they should even use hand sanitizer instead of washing their hands with onboard water.

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“Most sodas have over 30 grams of sugar per can, so drinking one or more sodas during your flight will contribute to jet lag and dehydration.”

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An ideal drink for a flight Tomato juice is also very popular on trips, as it is very refreshing, sweet and fruity. “It's a drink that's 95% water, so it's very hydrating and as such, very interesting,” explains Sophie Janvier. And hydration is essential at altitude.

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“For this reason, I always avoid eating foods that make my stomach bloated and expand even more. These foods include onion, kale, beans, red meat, lentils, gluten, and broccoli.” Beyond foods, Remo added, it may be a good idea to steer clear of carbonated drinks that can also lead to an upset stomach in the air.

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10 Tips for Plane Travel
  1. Drink more water. Hydration will help you handle anything air travel sends your way. ...
  2. Drink less alcohol. Alcohol presents a double threat to airplane wellness. ...
  3. Pack for hydration. ...
  4. Prepare your immune system. ...
  5. Flex your calves. ...
  6. Stretch everything else. ...
  7. Sleep near the window. ...
  8. Make your own legroom.


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Your best bet is water, a light pre-flight meal, and—if you know you're highly-affected during flights—Gas-Ex, which can help if your belly starts acting up, says Dr. Sam. Also make sure to go for a walk every now and then—either to the bathroom or just down the aisle. Moving around can help keep things...well...

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  • For well-heeled travellers who spend as much time on airplanes as in their own homes, knowing what to put into your body before a long-haul flight is essential. ...
  • Trail mix. ...
  • Low-sodium food. ...
  • Bananas. ...
  • Lean protein. ...
  • Greek yoghurt. ...
  • Oranges. ...
  • Green smoothie.


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There are strict restrictions on what can be brought onto an airplane, and this is especially true for food items. Cooked rice is typically prohibited in carry-on luggage because it poses a potential food safety risk. There are, however, exceptions to this rule.

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Fresh fruit e.g. bananas, apples, berries – you may need to eat on the plane or discard before you disembark. Hommus & cut-up veggies – e.g. carrot, cucumber, tomatoes. Grainy crackers with natural peanut butter.

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Similar to airplane food, ice on planes tend to be subject to contamination. That means a simple cup of ice water or any other beverage with ice can be home to pools of bacteria—more specifically, E. coli and coliform bacteria.

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But Vance Hilderman, chief technical officer of Afuzion, an aviation development and certification company, said Singer and I shouldn't worry. According to Hilderman, it's “100%” safe to drink tea, coffee and even water straight from the taps on modern airplanes in developed and well-regulated countries.

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All drinks with sugar, caffeine, or alcohol should be avoided to limit dehydration, and water should be the only drink choice during flights.

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8 Steps to Overcoming Your Fear of Flying
  1. Latch on to triggers that set you off. ...
  2. Step onto the airplane with knowledge. ...
  3. Anticipate your anxiety. ...
  4. Separate fear from danger. ...
  5. Recognize that common sense makes no sense. ...
  6. Smooth over things that go bump in the flight. ...
  7. Educate fellow fliers how to help you. ...
  8. Value each flight.


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Eat Light. Contrary to popular belief, flying on an empty stomach doesn't help you combat air sickness. In fact, an empty stomach actually exacerbates symptoms. Eat a light meal such as crackers, fruit, and other light snacks.

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Eat Light. Contrary to popular belief, flying on an empty stomach doesn't help you combat air sickness. In fact, an empty stomach actually exacerbates symptoms. Eat a light meal such as crackers, fruit, and other light snacks.

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