24 Secret Flying Hacks You Didn’t Know You Needed

These are all my favorite travel tips when it comes to air travel - I’ve put together a list of my favorite tips, tricks and hacks for flying when it comes to booking cheap flights, saving money on business class airfare, getting through airport security fast & easy, how to be comfortable on the plane in economy seats, packing for your flight (carry-on luggage hacks) and tips for choosing the best seats on the plane.

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0:00 Important intro
0:25 Flight Booking Tips
0:56 Finding Cheap Flights
1:39 More Useful Flight Websites
3:56 Airport Security Tips
4:47 In-flight Comfort
6:48 Flight Packing Tips
7:16 Carry-on bags
10:24 Choosing Your Seat on the Plane
11:27 Flying with a Pet
11:43 Under the Seat Bag
12:01 Packing Tips
12:19 Free e-Book

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[alysmalls]

Well, did I fulfill my promise of teaching you at least one new thing!? I hope so 😊😊 Thanks for watching! Here is everything I mentioned in the video:

[jeanvignes]

My favorite flying tip is to get an aisle seat if you experience claustrophobia. You might think that the window would give you a sense of spaciousness, but usually the overhead bins slope down from the aisle and you'll get the most "head space" on the aisle. Bonus points for being able to stand up and walk to the restroom without having to climb over anyone else.

[teresalyons]

My husband and I tried the aisle/window seat idea on 4 recent flights. On each one, we had a person in the seat between us. One flight was a very large person that took up part of our space. Airlines pack flights so full now, there are no empty seats.

[hughjazz]

2:55 I listened to a podcast with an experienced pilot and he said that even during the flight it's hard to detect/predict a turbulence. Sometimes it happens so quick that the pilot and co-pilot don't even have a few seconds to switch the "fasten your seatbelt" button. This is why it's recommended to keep your seat belts fastened at all times while on the plane.

[jdoe]

LOW FARES - When you get alerted, BOOK DIRECTLY with the airline. If there's a problem, the airline can take care of you better than a 3rd party site. I've seen this first hand as I worked for a major US airline.

[AngieW]

My very best advice is when I travel on long flights, I put the mouthpiece of my blow up footrest (or beachball) and blow up pillow up to the circle ceiling airflow vent and it blows my items up in a fraction of the time so I don't have to be out of breath and get a headache.

[haroldalex]

As a retired lifelong road warrior I never check a bag. Here is a tip for maximum carry-on efficiency. Wear your best outfit on the plane. A suite or blazer & dress slacks and dress shoes take up a lot of space. I wear these on the plane. Also, being nicely dressed has sometimes gotten me better treatment.

[ThatsMyBlackOpinion]

Great tips!! And thanks for not having background music or an annoying intro like other youtubers have.

[azinabeesony]

Biggest tip would be to take a baby aspirin for long hauls (unless your doctor advises against) as the risk of blood clots increases exponentially the higher and longer you fly. Also try to move and walk down the aisles every time you get the chance, and of course drinking loads of water.

[maddyrosenberg]

Been traveling for decades for my work, both long term and short term, and have adapted as things have changed. I keep getting sucked into watching travel videos, thinking I'll learn something new, but this is the first time I actually got some information that was new and useful. I will focus on you for tips! Thank you!

[katemostreicher]

Love this! Another tip is to bring an empty water bottle to fill up at the gate

[keywestfan]

My biggest travel tip:

On your bed before you leave, lay out all the cash and all the clothes you plan on bringing.

Now, put back half the clothes and double the amount of cash…

[wazInoz]

73 year old experienced traveller... Definately will try the blow up ball... My tip, but Merino wool underwear and socks.... They just don't smell... And very comfortable to wear hot or cold😊

[shahjehan]

I travel multiple times a year. These were realistic tips that make a huge difference when travelling.

[michaellasagna]

We switched to carry on size backpacks and it was a game changer! Two week trip in Italy not rolling around a traditional carry on over their uneven sidewalks and stairs. We were able to move around so much easier.

[rowanenglish]

Having a large bag under the seat in front of you… I guess that works if you have short legs or a short flight. I need that room for my feet 😂

[ninoellison]

I always travel with an empty DUTY FREE bag or two. When necessary I put my heaviest items into these bags. Duty Free is never included in the carry on luggage weight limit and I also save weight in my checked in luggage too. It’s saved me so many times!

[garymoisan]

Excellent video-In the last 35 years I’ve flown about 125 round trips between Las Vegas, and New York-Plus other destinations, so you do learn the “tricks of the trade” as far as air flight are concerned. Your video covers most everything necessary for a traveler.

[kslucki]

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.

[sheilacroisier]

I didn’t realize window seats had the most legroom! My best travel accessory is a large silk scarf that coordinates with your clothes. Makes a great travel blanket, hood, sarong, etc., and folds down to nothing.