{"id":321851,"date":"2025-06-16T14:00:02","date_gmt":"2025-06-16T06:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/?p=321851"},"modified":"2025-06-16T13:27:10","modified_gmt":"2025-06-16T05:27:10","slug":"long-haul-economy-flight-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Long-haul economy flight tips: How I survived a flight in cattle class"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Hate long-haul flights but love to travel? You&#8217;re not alone! I despise flying, especially anything longer than six hours. After rawdogging my <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/uk-7-day-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">first trip to the UK<\/a>, I\u2019ve gathered personal recommendations and handy long-haul economy flight tips to make your journey more bearable. I tried them out when I hopped on Scoot\u2019s inaugural <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DKt35P8Tdy3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">13-hour flight to Vienna<\/a> in June. Was it a pleasant flight? Not really. But my hacks made it way more bearable. Forget going stir crazy, trapped in a seat with backaches and numb legs. Follow these tips for a far more bearable economy flight.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Long-haul economy flight tips<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #333333;color:#333333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #333333;color:#333333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips\/#long-haul-economy-flight-tips-all-the-prep-before-your-flight\" title=\"All the prep before your flight\">All the prep before your flight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips\/#long-haul-economy-flight-tips-mid-air-survival-kit\" title=\"Mid-air survival kit\">Mid-air survival kit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips\/#long-haul-economy-flight-tips-post-flight-recovery\" title=\"Post-flight recovery\">Post-flight recovery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips\/#frequently-asked-questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"long-haul-economy-flight-tips-all-the-prep-before-your-flight\"><\/span>Long-haul economy flight tips: All the prep before your flight<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>1. Splurge (just a little) for comfort<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321857\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321857\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-321857 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-copy-900x643.png\" alt=\"long haul economy flight tips\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-copy-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-copy-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-copy.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321857\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Ashe Liao<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you\u2019re stuck in an economy seat or a budget flight, chances are you\u2019re frugal and trying to stretch your dollars. Relatable! I\u2019m always on the lookout for affordable flights. But after some torturous long-haul trips, I\u2019d say splurging a little for comfort will give you the much-deserved peace of mind you need.<\/p>\n<p>When purchasing your flight ticket, consider spending extra to choose your seats. You\u2019re basically picking your home for the next 12 to 16 hours. I\u2019m an aisle girlie because I like to get up often to stretch and prefer having ease of access to the bathroom. Alternatively, if you prefer your sleep to be undisturbed, take the window so you won\u2019t be woken up.<\/p>\n<p>When travelling on a budget airline, most places don\u2019t offer food as part of your ticket bundle and may not even allow you to bring outside food on board. To play it safe, I recommend pre-booking a meal. It ensures you\u2019ll have something to eat on the plane, and it\u2019s one less thing to think about before you board.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Keep your night time routine<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321852\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321852\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321852 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-1-900x643.png\" alt=\"long haul economy flight tips\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-1-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-1-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-1.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321852\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Me at 1.31am with my trusty toothbrush before the long-haul flight. Photography: Ashe Liao<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>As much as you want to be someone\u2019s #airportcrush, my next long-haul flight advice is prioritising comfort.<\/p>\n<p>After wearing denim on my first-ever 14-hour flight, I learned the hard way to pick comfortable clothes. I opted for a sports bra under a comfy tank top. Tip: The Uniqlo bra tops are my preferred option for flying.<\/p>\n<p>For pants, it\u2019s joggers all the way for me. Comfy, warm, and adjustable when I experience mid-air bloat. Most importantly, your shoes. I normally don\u2019t take my shoes off during a flight as a personal preference, but picking a pair that you can slip off easily will help make your flight a little more bearable, especially when you sleep.<\/p>\n<p>I also can\u2019t emphasise this enough \u2013 brush your teeth before flying! It makes a huge difference when taking red-eye flights. I also sleep better since it\u2019s part of my usual nighttime routine. Toothpaste counts as a liquid, so make sure yours is under 100ml. I also like to bring toothbrushes that come in a case or have a plastic cap to protect them from germs. Alternatively, you can check if your carrier offers toothbrush and paste sets on the flight.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"long-haul-economy-flight-tips-mid-air-survival-kit\"><\/span>Long-haul economy flight tips: Mid-air survival kit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>3. Never skip skincare or rest<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321853\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321853\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321853 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-2-900x643.png\" alt=\"long haul economy flight tips\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-2-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-2-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-2.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321853\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">You can tell who my first skincare love is. Photography: Ashe Liao<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The general consensus from most frequent flyers is a simple skincare routine to avoid irritation. Because the air in a plane is dry, hydration is key. I brought hand sanitiser (because I\u2019m paranoid about plane water) and used micellar wipes for my face. Be sure to apply lip balm too. Now, you\u2019re ready to sleep!<\/p>\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, the last row of seats can still fully recline, and you can do it without bothering the people behind \u2013 a win for me. To make your sleep more comfortable, bring a neck pillow and eye mask if you\u2019re sensitive to light. Something that would have saved me on my budget flight? A blanket, because my legs were freezing. You won&#8217;t have to worry about this if you&#8217;re flying on a non-budget carrier, so double-check before packing! If you have trouble sleeping, bring melatonin to help you snooze.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Entertainment to keep you occupied<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321854\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321854\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321854 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-3-900x643.png\" alt=\"long haul economy flight tips\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-3-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-3-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-3.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321854\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Have your devices juiced up for the flight, read a book or download video games. Photography: Ashe Liao<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Due to the increase in accidents, some airlines have banned the use of portable chargers while flying. This includes Singapore Airlines and Scoot. So, make sure all your devices are juiced up before boarding the plane! I recommend charging them as you wait to board.<\/p>\n<p>You can kill some time bingeing on that new Netflix series you downloaded, but it\u2019s a surefire way to drain the battery on your phone. Now\u2019s the perfect time to read. I recommend a physical book or free ebooks and audiobooks from <a href=\"https:\/\/libbyapp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Libby<\/a> on your phone (less use of battery life) or other devices.<\/p>\n<p>Another perfect way to kill time? Video games. I downloaded games I could play without Wi-Fi to my laptop. It was a great way to burn the hours, plus preserve my phone\u2019s battery for when I got to my destination. If anyone needs recommendations, I was busy playing Stardew Valley, Papers Please, Baba is You, and Unpacking.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Stretch, stretch, stretch<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321855\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321855\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321855 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-4-900x643.png\" alt=\"long haul economy flight tips\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-4-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-4-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-4.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321855\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Thankfully, I\u2019m not very tall. Photography: Ashe Liao<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Sitting for hours at a time will cause discomfort in your legs and back, so it\u2019s ideal to get those steps in where you can. This is why I go for the aisle seat in the last row so I can pop out whenever I have time to stretch. Time your stroll so you don\u2019t interrupt the food service! I usually get up after eating so I can stand to digest, stretch, and go back to sleep.<\/p>\n<p>Walking up and down the aisle is helpful to prevent stiffness and blood clots. But if you\u2019re stuck in the window or the middle seats with no way out, you can still do some seated stretches to help alleviate any soreness. Top tip: Remember to stretch before and after your flight too.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"long-haul-economy-flight-tips-post-flight-recovery\"><\/span>Long-haul economy flight tips: Post-flight recovery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321856\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321856\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321856 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-5-900x643.png\" alt=\"long haul economy flight tips\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-5-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-5-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/long-haul-economy-flight-tips-5.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321856\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Yes, I passed out in Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna\u2019s plush bed. Photography: Ashe Liao<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>After you\u2019ve fought your way out of the plane, get your circulation going \u2013 your walk through customs and getting your check-in bags will help with that. This will also help with any post-flight bloating as it stimulates digestion and relieves any gaseous pressure. Light stretching when you get to your hotel is also beneficial.<\/p>\n<p>Hydration is key. Get some water in you immediately since it\u2019s challenging to get proper hydration during a flight. Showering will help freshen you up. More importantly, it\u2019ll help keep you awake to adjust to the new timezone you\u2019re in and fight any jetlag.<\/p>\n<p>Keep activities light for the first day. I\u2019d recommend walking around the neighbourhood to explore and get familiar with the area. Next, help yourself to a proper meal to fuel up. Something nutrient-dense is ideal, but I typically don\u2019t deny myself because I&#8217;ve already suffered in the air.<\/p>\n<p>Congratulations, you survived your flight! Remember to save this list of long-haul economy flight tips for your next trip. Did I miss out on your favourite tip? Let me know via Instagram at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/honeycombers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@honeycombers<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"faqs-accordion\"><h3>How do you survive a long-haul flight in economy?<\/h3><div><p>It's all about maximising comfort. So bring things along that will help with your sleep like neck pillows, eye masks, and melatonin. To burn the quiet hours you're awake, bring books, handheld games, or journal. <\/p>\n<\/div><h3>What should I wear for a long-haul flight?<\/h3><div><p>Loose clothing is your best option. Pick clothes you're comfortable sleeping in and wearing for over 12 hours, and wearing a belt since it might dig into your waist. 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