Where is the best place to sleep on a plane?

According to The Sleep Judge, the window seat may not always be the best choice:
  • The window seat in the front of the plane is the best place for sleep. ...
  • In the middle of the aircraft, go for the middle seat. ...
  • The back of the plane is terrible for sleep, but for your best results, go for the window.




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The Best Seats for Sleeping
Specifically, pick a window seat on the left side of the aircraft. These seats are usually off-center, making leaning up against the side of the plane more comfortable. A bulkhead seat is also a great option because you don't have to worry about anyone reclining into your space.

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Even more specifically, the middle seats in the back of the aircraft are statistically the safest, with just a 28 percent fatality rate. By comparison, aisle seats in the middle of the cabin had a fatality rate of 44 percent.

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The middle seat in the final seat is your safest bet The middle rear seats of an aircraft had the lowest fatality rate: 28%, compared to 44% for the middle aisle seats, according to a TIME investigation that examined 35 years' worth of aircraft accident data. This also makes logical sense.

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Logically, the safety of these seats makes sense. Seats at the back of an airplane are close to exit rows while providing more cushion from any collisions that may impact the front of the plane first.

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Use a sleep mask. Follow your usual bedtime routine as close as possible when you're on the plane. Invest in a pair of noise-canceling headphones or earplugs. Limit your screen time: Being on your phone, laptop or tablet can make it more difficult to fall asleep.

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Don't Pull an All-Nighter However, that sleep on the plane is never as good as the sleep you missed out on the night before. If you're somewhat rested and ready for a long journey, chances are you won't miss connections due to being rundown and listless from that all-nighter you pulled.

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For overnight flights where I need to get some sleep, the window seat is the clear winner, he says. You get something to rest your head or pillow on, and you're guaranteed fewer interruptions from other passengers. For day flights or when I want to get work done, it's the aisle seat all the way.

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Aisle Seat – Pros and Cons:
Offers more leg room as you can somewhat sprawl into the aisle. Little interference to get out, grab your bags, and exit quicker (especially important if you have a tight connection!) Can access your baggage from the overhead compartment during the flight.

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Air New Zealand announced it would be offering in-flight sleep pods at a cost of around 400 to 600 New Zealand dollars per four-hour session. Travelers flying from Auckland to Chicago and New York will be able to sleep in the sky from September 2024, the carrier said.

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In most wide-bodied aircraft the best position is at the front of economy class or on the exit/bulkhead rows. This is particularly advantageous for the taller traveller as there is more leg room in this row with the absence of seating directly in front of you.

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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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While it all comes down to your preferences, daytime flying has the upper hand when it comes to visibility. Because of the sunlight, any possible obstructions, such as rocks or mountains, are far easier to spot, making the likelihood of accidents much less and daytime flying the safer option by far.

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“As this hormone usually helps us fall and stay asleep, the excessively bright lights on airplanes naturally make it hard to sleep well.” Even if the lights aren't bright enough to suppress melatonin, they can distract and irritate those trying to sleep.

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Get into the habit of sleeping eight hours per night. When needed, and if possible, nap during the day, but limit the nap to less than 30 minutes.

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How to survive a long-haul flight: 10 proven tips
  1. Find comfortable clothes to wear on long flights. ...
  2. Reserve a good seat. ...
  3. Prepare yourself for sleep. ...
  4. Don't pack too much in your cabin luggage. ...
  5. Take your own snacks. ...
  6. Move around the plane. ...
  7. Stay hydrated. ...
  8. Relax!


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How to survive a long-haul flight: 10 proven tips
  1. Find comfortable clothes to wear on long flights. ...
  2. Reserve a good seat. ...
  3. Prepare yourself for sleep. ...
  4. Don't pack too much in your cabin luggage. ...
  5. Take your own snacks. ...
  6. Move around the plane. ...
  7. Stay hydrated. ...
  8. Relax!


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Being stuck on a plane might make you want to run a marathon, but you might need to stick with one of the following:
  1. Watch movies / TV-Series. ...
  2. Work your way through glossy magazines. ...
  3. Listen to audio books. ...
  4. Eat. ...
  5. Catch up on work / school. ...
  6. Sleep. ...
  7. Stare out of the window and philosophize. ...
  8. Write lists.


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The top 10 safest airlines 2023
  • Qantas.
  • Air New Zealand.
  • Etihad Airways.
  • Qatar Airways.
  • Singapore Airlines.
  • TAP Air Portugal.
  • Emirates.
  • Alaska Airlines.


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The worst seats on an airplane for turbulence are the jump seats in the back of the plane, where the flight attendants sit, followed by the passenger seats towards the back of the aircraft.

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