24 Secret Flying Hacks You Didn’t Know You Needed

Tip. Marry an airline pilot and fly for free.

Love the tips but people should know the truth about two points:
1. Do NOT think the “middle seat” trick will work because standby passengers (whether revenue or not) will be seated in those seats, especially on the most popular/full routes.
2. Do NOT put your carry on in any other overhead bin other than the one above your seat or the seasoned travelers/employees/etc. will hate you forever.

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I recently got diverted on a flight from Spain to England, we were diverted to Bordeaux in France for 10 hours because a man died on our flight 😮 so always be prepared for the unknown .

Bring a water bottle size thermos through security, fill it up with coffee and enjoy good coffee whenever you want. Especially early morning before the coffee is served. YUM.

Were you on a tv? You look so familiar, great tips!

How can one commit to a pricey carry on when they keep changing the sizes allowed?

Faredrop apparently does not work if I live in Madrid, Spain. Is this correct?😊

Learn how to lift the aisle seat arm rest; so you can get in and out super easily.

We usually book the aisle and window seat, and then if someone sits in the middle, we give them the window seat. Ninety-nine times out of a hundred, they are thrilled to not be in the middle seat. Our last flight, however, the young lady refused to move out of the middle seat on our 6 hour flight....odd! Fortunately, there was an open aisle seat and the flight attendant MADE her move.

Faredrop is $99

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dont fly any us airlines if you can help it. they are the worst

Saved in my favorites, thank you!

I was going to give a flying tip until I heard you mention putting the personal item under the seat instead the over-head bin, so I guess I'll skip saying it 😉 That said, I didn't realize the difference in space btwn the various seats, I'll have to check that out next time, thnx

wow what are you doing with your carry-ons that you need to replace them so often. 10 pounds just for the bag itself is a bit too heavy considering many flights put a weight limit on your carry-on luggage. Thankfully many don't always check it, at least this has been my overall experience flying throughout SE Asia. Only had two times I got checked and needed to pay for over-weight carry-on - both domestic flights with low-cost air carriers (Once in India and once in Philippines).

Exit row seat = smaller width.

New charge at American airlines, $100 for 2nd checked bag. Ouch!

Fellow Canadian here. Thanks for the beautifully done walkthrough

Use a scarf as a foot rest and also use it as part of your wardrobe…lighter and simpler than foot sling

“ You’ll be closest to the bathroom!❤️” or “ Ick…. You’ll be closest to the stinky bathroom”. Choose wisely!

Yes! As a very frequent flyer who plans flights for many people too, I’m always sceptical when people promise to teach you something about travel. But I was pleasantly surprised. Lots of interesting information and a few websites i did not know about

Great tips!

How do you use the luggage cup holder with the personal item that slides on the roller ball?

I travel frequently and I have never seen any airline board the exit row first. I would never rely on that.

When traveling to places where hotels that are notoriously stngy with heat I pack a collapsible hot water bottle.

Good stuff👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

What’s your advice for ear pain during the flight? I’ve tried gum, headphones, different seats but my ears always hurt for weeks after flying😢

The airlines have caught on to the trick of booking window & aisle to have the row to yourself....now at least Delta charges extra for those 2 seats.

You're right, I needed! Plus you're Canadian so your hacks are going to work for me instead of from another, say American point of view.❤

Voice like chocolate covered silk

What do you do when something goes missing from your checked luggage?

Your carry on case is very nice, very expensive, but defeats the point of a carry on - It takes up 61% of your weight allowance before you even add a name tag. Carry on baggage isn’t subject to checkin baggage handling, so can be very lightweight and robust. My brand is same size but only 34% of the allowance (7.5kg).

Few add on's: 1. Leg hammock or any mobile footrest might not be approved in some airlines 2. Emergency exits can be occupied by able-bodied adults only (no children under 18, no elderly, immobile, mentally/visually impaired, pregnant, obese). Also, temperature in exit area is always colder, so have that in mind. Boarding priority has nothing to do with these seats (at least not in the majority of airlines). 3. The most important - always pack your medications in a carry on. Cabin pressure is equal to an 8000 feet altitude, air is dry. This may cause flair up of existing or acute medical conditions, so always have your meds/first aid kit close by. 4. Alcohol consumption - you might be a savvy drinker, or a person whose liver can take plenty of alcohol on ground. Due to above-mentioned pressure differences, alcohol has a much stronger impact and your 3 glasses of wine may make you feel as if you've consumed 6 pretty quickly. 5. Use of PCOS/POC - any medical machine you might use, has to be approved by the airline. Contact the airline reps minimum 48 hours prior to your flight, with a ready Dr's letter and ask if you need airline's approval.

Maybe putting your passport and phone in a cup holder on your bag is not the best advice to give if you want to keep them in a busy airport!!!!!

If am flying non stop in economy, and the plane is full, I take the last row. No one is pushing on the back of the seat and it’s close to the galley.

Half of these apply as a non man size person. Understandably. Usually my legs are where the under seat storage is. (no hammocks, pets, or beach balls).

Sitting in the way back is a bad idea if you have a tight connection...

I will never understanding wanting to be one of the first people on a plane. I hate being on planes and therefore are typically one of the last people on. I want to be on that plane for the shortest amount of time possible. 😅

Omg I’m so happy that I found your channel! I love all of your travel tips and you have a very pleasing voice, you don’t talk too fast, and your hacks are awesome!! Thanks so much! Just subscribed! And now I’m going to watch all of your videos because I have an international trip coming up this year! I’m excited to see what all I can learn from you!

I just got back from Paris and we did sit in the very last row, and the seats DID recline.
The downside of last row is that you are the last one off the plane which could be a problem if you have a tight connection.
Window seats also have about 2 inches more of shoulder room as well as room under seat in front of you.
I only stay in airbnbs that have a clothes washer and dryer. So if I pack only 4 days of clean clothes I can still go on a 2 week trip and throw in a load of laundry every 3 days. Great way to travel light.
Also with airbnbs with kitchens, it is nice not having to go out for every meal. Also fun to check out local foods where the locals shop. Local bread, cheeses, coffee, etc. Saves money too.
I have not checked a bag in 17 since they lost my luggage and I had no clothes for 2 days. I only carry on now.

For those travelling in Europe: for carry-on, for the EU flights you are only allowed 10x100ml of any sorts of liquids in a plastic transparent bag through the security.

Space under the seat it depends on the on the airplane

If the ONLY item you bring is a 'personal item' then I hope you are okay with me putting it in the overhead bin :) Often, the only way I can afford to travel (e.g. Aegean Airlines) is to bring a single personal item vs pay extra for a carry-on. That's right, more and more airlines have their lowest priced tickets where you can't even bring a carry-on. But I can pack light - just get me on the plane!

2 tips for ya. Before security, just simply put your belt and watch, jewellery etc in your jacked pockets (make sure you put your jacket in the tray too) so you can simply take that and walk to your gate while you put those back on, it's way easier than putting it in any of your bags because you'll keep searching and take a lot of time.
Before your flight simply select a special meal, I myself am vegan but if you do like meat I'd recommend trying Kosher, Special meals will always be served fist, making sure you don't have to wait for your meals to arrive.