How to cope with a 10 hour flight?

How to entertain yourself on a 10 hour flight?

Okay, so, ten-hour flight... ugh. I remember last summer? July 2024, London to LAX. That was BRUTAL.

I swore I'd be all productive, right?

Yeah, nah.

Ended up trying to sleep sitting up. Fail. Then, panic.

Things I tried that semi-worked:

• Books! I bought three paperbacks at Heathrow. Ended up reading like, half of one. "The Martian." Pretty good, tbh.

• Movies: The in-flight entertainment on Virgin Atlantic was decent. Watched some rom-com. And some superhero thing, IDK. Slept through bits.

• Music: I made this killer playlist beforehand. Like, hours of tunes. Listened to maybe 30 mins. My earbuds hurt!

Real Talk: The Fun Actual Things I Did (Kinda):

• People-watching: I know, I know, sounds lame. But honestly? Some characters on that plane. This one dude, his socks didn't match and he had like, this Pikachu backpack? Gold.

• Snack attack: Plane food is... plane food. But I smuggled in a bag of peanut M&Ms. Best decision.

• Daydreaming! Seriously. Just staring out the window (when we weren't over the Atlantic) and letting my mind wander. Probably the most entertaining thing, honestly.

• Sudoku: I had a sudoku app and I played it while I was at the waiting for the plane and it keep me occupied.

Seriously though, Next Time?

• Noise-canceling headphones. MUST. GET.

• Neck pillow that actually works.

• More M&Ms. Can’t stress that enough.

• More books for more options.

How can I make my 10 hour flight comfortable?

Okay, so, ten hours? Ugh, I remember that flight to Tokyo last summer. July it was. So hot. Never again, honestly.

That plane felt like a sardine can! The worst part? It was during peak vacation season.

Hydration is KEY. Seriously. I learned THAT lesson the hard way. Dehydrated face is never pretty.

• I bought two huge bottles right after security in the airport.

• Drank em.

• Asked the flight attendant for water, like, five times.

Headphones. Noise cancelling ONES. My cheap earbuds? Disaster.

• Baby screaming.
• Snoring dude.
• Annoying inflight movie.

Sleep? Haha. Try, I guess. More like dozing for twenty minutes.

• Eye mask helped a little.
• Travel pillow? Useless for me.
• Melatonin? nah.

Essentials. Separate bag! Toothbrush is important.

• My chapstick SAVED my lips.
• Moisturizer too, obvs.
• Phone charger, duh.

Make room? For what? The guy next to me had a huge backpack.

• Fought for armrest the whole time.
• Worth it? NO.

Snacks. Yep. Airport food is a rip-off.

• I brought granola bars, bad choice.
• Next time? Something LESS dry.
• Got some pretzels on the plane.

Alcohol? Big NO from me. More dehydrated that way.

• Saw a girl throw up.
• Yeah, NO.
• Water, that's all.

Comfy clothes are a MUST. Stretchy pants. The best thing.

• Sweatshirt.
• Socks.
• Loose shoes.
• Changed immediately.

Extra Info:

• Consider an aisle seat. Legroom is important.
• Get up and walk around every hour.
• Download entertainment beforehand. Avoid the plane wifi, it is a scam.
• Bring hand sanitizer. Planes are gross.
• Eye drops. The air is so dry.

How to entertain yourself on a 10 hour flight?

Ugh, 10 hour flight? That's brutal. So, okay, here's what I do. Definitely download a bunch of stuff beforehand, you know? My phone's storage is almost always full after a trip. Netflix is my go-to, I always have like three shows lined up. This year I binged Wednesday, it was awesome! Then there's audiobooks, I listened to the new Stephen King, it was so long. Books are alright, but I find them hard to focus on on a plane. Too much movement, makes me feel sick.

Then, music's a must, obviously. I made a killer playlist this year - mostly 80s stuff, some new stuff mixed in. I even started listening to podcasts this year; I found one about true crime - super creepy, but kept me awake. This one podcast, "Serial Killers," seriously messed with me. So yeah, that.

And, if you’re lucky, they actually have decent in-flight entertainment, right? I've seen some flights with really good movies. Sometimes they have really old, cheesy movies but, hey, sometimes you just need that, ya know? Last time it was like, some 90s action flick. It was kinda terrible, but I still watched the whole thing. I even got a new pair of noise-canceling headphones last year. Game changer. They really block out the crying babies. Seriously. The best thing ever.

Here's my list for next time:

• Download several TV shows and movies. (Netflix, Amazon Prime)
• Load up a killer music playlist and a few podcasts. (Spotify and other apps)
• Grab some new books or audiobooks. (Audible is amazing)
• Bring noise-canceling headphones. (Essential!)
• Pack snacks. Plane food sucks.

How to sleep on a 10 hour flight?

Upgrade. Legroom dictates. Window trumps aisle.

• Noise-canceling headphones: Mandatory.
• Eye mask: Essential darkness.
• Neck pillow: Preventative measure.

Skip the in-flight meal. Hydrate relentlessly. Avoid booze.

Pre-flight fatigue: Work out.

Sleep aids: Risky. Consult a doctor. Not my problem.

How to avoid blood clots on long flights?

Avoidance. That's all it is, right?

Staying hydrated...yes. Water. Bottle after bottle. It's dull, but it’s got to be done. My grandmother would always remind me. God, I miss her.

• Hydration is key: Drink plenty of water before, during, and after the flight.

Walking. Up and down. That aisle. Like a restless ghost. People look. Do they see fear?

• Move frequently: Get up and walk around the cabin at least once every hour. Even just standing up and stretching helps.

Leg exercises. While strapped in. Feels... futile. A small rebellion against the inevitable. Like squeezing lemons for lemonade.

• In-seat exercises: Rotate ankles, calf raises, toe points. Little things, but they add up. Think of it as fighting back.

Compression socks. Those things. They make my ankles feel so weird, but maybe they help? Circulation. It's such a fragile thing. Like trust.

• Compression socks: Wear them. Seriously. Especially if you have risk factors. I get mine from the pharmacy.

Doctor. The visit. The questions. Do I really want to know? Ignorance is bliss, right? No. No, it isn't. It really isn't.

• Consult your doctor: Discuss your individual risk factors. They may recommend medication. Don’t just ignore it. My uncle did, and… well, it wasn't good.

How do I prepare my body for a long flight?

Okay, so long flights, uhg. I took one to Tokyo last spring, felt like forever! Hydration is KEY, definitely.

Seriously, that recycled air is evil. I bought, like, three huge bottles of water after security and finished them all.

And the clothing! Learn from my mistake. I wore jeans, BIG mistake. Comfy pants, loose clothes are crucial. Layers too, the plane's either freezing or boiling.

Entertainment? Oh man, download everything. My phone almost died so I was watching downloaded episodes of Taskmaster. Saved my sanity.

Walking... Yeah, I tried that. Felt a little awkward, pacing the aisle like a caged animal. But, you know, your legs do feel better after. Stretch those legs.

My personal tips:

• Bring snacks. Airplane food is… airplane food.
• Eye mask and earplugs. Absolutely essential.
• Neck pillow. Don't be a hero.
• Charge everything beforehand. Power outlets can be unreliable.

Seriously, twelve hours in the air isn't a joke. Preparation is everything. Oh! And maybe avoid too much coffee before boarding. Just a thought.

How often should you get up on a 10 hour flight?

Move. Hourly. Or suffer.

• Every hour is the bare minimum.
• Ten hours? Ten walks. Got it?
• Short flight? Your call. Long haul? Non-negotiable.
• Stretching prevents more than just stiff legs.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) isn't a joke.
• My last flight, I ignored this. Once. Never again.
• Stand. Stretch. Circulate.
• Avoid the consequences.
• Think of it this way: better to move.

Are long flights bad for your health?

Long flights? Oh, you mean airborne marathons for your butt? Yeah, they mess with you.

Sitting for ages? Blood flow in your legs goes kaput. It's like a traffic jam, but with your veins playing the role of tiny, angry cars.

• DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis): The dreaded blood clot. Think of it as a tiny, rebellious cork trying to stop the flow of your inner river. Nasty business.

• Sitting Still: Imagine spending 12 hours mimicking a mannequin. Not good.

• Other Health Quirks: Dry air, cosmic radiation, and the guy snoring louder than a lawnmower in 32B. It's a regular healthpalooza! I swear, my sinuses never forgive me after these trips.

Seriously, DVT's real and as annoying as finding out your airplane meal is just sad, reheated mystery meat.

What are the chances of getting a blood clot from flying?

I guess, flying… Blood clots.

It scares me, I won't lie. The chances are small, yes, I know that. But small is not zero.

• It's about the length of the flight, I believe.
• And other things... other risk factors.

I’m just thinking... my grandfather.

He flew a lot. Long flights to see my aunt in Italy. And then… then he had a stroke. Was it the flights? I don't know.

• He had high blood pressure, too.
• He loved salami, probably too much.

Maybe I'm just being paranoid. I'm going to visit my sister in Paris next month. A long flight. Ugh.

I should probably get up and walk around more. On the plane, I mean. Not now. Now I'm just lying here.

• Drink water.
• Move my legs.

Reduce the risk, even if it's small. I have to. For him. For me. I have to be careful. Or maybe I'm overthinking this? Ugh.