A Survivor’s Guide to Combat Long-Distance Flights


When we are young and naive, boarding a flight is one of the most heightened moments of our lives. Little do we know, there might come a time when even the sight of an aircraft may make us lose a few ounces of energy. The world is progressing at a phenomenal pace, leaving people with no choice but live their lives in the fast lane, which often involves long distance flights. Although you can easily avoid the hassles involved in commercial flights by booking a private charter plane, flying for hours at a stretch may leave you deeply exhausted. That’s why we have put together this list of five tips to help keep your reservoirs replenished.

Tips to combat long distance flights –

1. Get at Least 6 to 8 Hours of Sleep

Inadequate sleep is one of the most common causes of fatigue and jet lag. Before boarding a long distance flight, be sure to catch at least 6 to 8 hours of sleep. This is particularly important if your flight is during the early hours of the day. Giving enough rest to your body prepares it to endure the stress of long flights. In addition, avoid last minute reservations if you haven’t been able to catch any sleep.

2. Keep Your Body Well Hydrated

Water is unarguably the most critical intake required by our body, no matter whether we are in our prime or the years are long behind us. Moreover, as we age, our body’s water requirement also increases. If ignored, dehydration can lead to a number of problems such as nausea, headache, muscle cramps, fatigue and fever. Have at least 1-2 glasses of water a couple of hours before boarding the flight.

3. Carry Minimal Luggage

Although you don’t have to endure never-ending check-in queues when you fly private, too much luggage might still be a problem if you are going to cover a long distance. Before packing, prepare a list of the essentials you would need on the trip, and if you still have any room, probably an extra pair of clothes or accessories won’t hurt. Moreover, avoid carrying the things that are easily available in the place you are visiting.

4. Wear Loose, Comfortable Clothes

When flying a long distance , the last thing you would want is ending up in tight fitted clothes. Such clothes not only cause discomfort, but also obstruct the flow of blood, leading to fatigue, numbness, cramps, and of course, sleeplessness. In addition, avoid synthetic clothes as they cause perspiration, which may lead to dehydration and the subsequent problems. Wear loose fitted clothes made of natural fabrics.

5. Go Easy on Alcohol and Coffee

Alcohol and coffee are two of the most sold, accepted and glorified addictions, globally. If you too are hooked to either or both, you might want to go easy on them when you have a long distance flight. Change in altitude can intensify the effect of alcohol, and therefore, it is advisable to don’t keep your “usual” limit as the benchmarks. If, however, you want something to take the edge off, a drink or two won’t hurt.

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Traveling can be for leisure or a necessity. Regardless of the reason, your flight must not leave you with a bad taste. Leviate Air – a one-stop-destination to book private jet charter in Dallas – understands your needs and ensures every flight you book through us is a memorable experience. If you are looking for a trusted source to rent a private jet, the search ends here. To learn more about our services or book a charter plane, fill out our contact form or simply call (877) 709-0667.