These are the Best Travel Accessories for Long Flights
This post is all about the best travel accessories for long flights.
Long flights are a marathon, not a sprintβthink all-night Netflix binges, but in an economy seat. Having the right travel accessories is the difference between landing refreshed or looking like a zombie extra from a horror flick.
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Weβve all been there: cramped seats, dry skin, and wishing we could just get a few hours of sleep. No worries, weβve curated a list of flight essentials, including the best loungewear for long flights, beauty must-haves, and tech gadgets thatβll make you feel like a jet-setting pro.
After reading this guide you’ll never understand how you traveled without these items. Letβs make air travel your new favorite part of the trip (well, almost).
Below is your complete guide to surviving and thriving on a long flight.
The Best Travel Accessories for Long Flights
01. Best Long-Haul Airport Outfit
Mastering a 13+ hour flight starts at homeβspecifically, with what youβre going to wear. If you want to feel like youβre lounging on your couch while soaring at 30,000 feet, hereβs what you need.
SKIMS
Vintage Fleece Zip Up Hoodie
Whatever you do, skip the pullover hoodie. Planes are notorious for swinging from freezing cold to unbearably dry. A zip-up jacket saves you from the awkward struggle of yanking a hoodie over your head mid-flight.
SKIMS
Vintage Fleece Straight Leg Pant
Next, slip into a matching pair of cozy straight-leg sweatpants. I always recommend straight-leg stylesβtheyβre free of any uncomfortable elastic digging into your legs. Plus, they pair perfectly with the next must-have on this listβ¦
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Comrad
Knee-High Compression Socks
Compression socks are a game-changer for flying. Slip them on before heading to the airport so they can start working their magic earlyβnot after youβre already cramped in your seat. They help keep your blood flowing, and the straight-leg sweatpants will make all the difference in comfort.
Birkenstock
Boston Clogs
Is there any better travel shoe than a clog?! Slide in and out effortlessly, whether youβre rushing through TSA or curling up mid-flight.
02. Sleep Accessories
Just because first-class isnβt in your budgetβyetβdoesnβt mean you canβt sleep like it is. With a few simple tweaks to your economy accommodations, you can actually get a full 8 hours of sleepβno seriously!
ZzzBand
SleepAid Headband
If you bring one thing on your 13+ hour flight, make it this sleep headband! It attaches to your headrest, keeping your head perfectly in place while you catch some serious zzzβs. I used it on a 14-hour flight to New Zealand and slept for 8 straight hours β only waking to my seatmate climbing over me!
OLLY
3mg Melatonin Sleep Gummies
Feeling a little awkward about dozing off with your head strapped to your seat? Pop one of these melatonin gummies, and youβll be out like a light in no time.
03. Travel Beauty Products
If you pack just the right beauty and wellness essentials, you’ll step off the plane glowing, not groaning. I’ve mastered a simple travel routine that keeps my skin hydrated and my beauty game strongβno need to turn your economy seat into the beauty counter at Sephora.
JONES ROAD
The Cleansing Stick
Step one: clean your face. Skip the hassle of squeezing into the airplane bathroomβIβve found a cleansing stick you can apply right at your seat.
THE FACE SHOP
Rice Water Wipes
Next, I use a rice water face wipe to gently remove the cleansing balm. Itβs the perfect quick refresh after hours in stale, recycled air.
SKINSMART
Facial Cleanser Spray
Then, spritz on this tiny but mighty antimicrobial facial spray. I swear by the full-sized version at home, and I nearly cried with joy when I found a travel-size option. In those cramped quarters, you canβt take any chances with your skinβs germ exposure.
RHODE
Barrier Butter Little
I like to keep my in-flight skincare routine super simple. The Rhode Barrier Butter delivers just the right amount of moisture to keep my skin hydrated throughout the long flight.
cleaings
Disposable Toothbrushes
Iβm guessing you donβt want to skip brushing your teeth before dozing offβno problem. Pack these pocket-sized disposable toothbrushes for your next long flight. If youβre discreet, you can even use it right at your seat. Bonus: your oversized hoodie doubles as the perfect cover!
SALT & STONE
Bergamot & Hinoki Natural Deodorant
Make sure to apply deodorant at home, but a quick in-flight reapply never hurt anyone.
Salt & Stone
Bergamot & Hinoki Hand Cream
If youβre traveling without hand cream, we need to talk. With all the handwashing you (hopefully) do while flying, adding moisture back is a must. Pro tip: match your lotionβs scent to your deodorantβitβs a subtle, extra-luxe touch.
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Typology
Serum mascara
Keep your makeup routine light for a long flight. I love Typologyβs Serum Mascaraβitβs infused with pea peptides and castor oil, so it feels like a lash treatment while youβre in the air.
Typology
Tinted Face Serum
The same rule applies to your skin. I use Typologyβs Tinted Face Serum for lightweight, all-over coverage. I typically apply it at home and then touch up right before landing.
THE HAIR EDIT
Mini Boar Bristle Brush
Donβt forget to brush your hair! This mini boar bristle brush by The Hair Edit is compact, adorable, and works wonders by redistributing your hairβs natural oils. Youβll land with soft, shiny locks.
Saje
Pocket Farmacy
Flying can take a toll, and our bodies donβt always handle it gracefully. Thatβs why I always keep the Pocket Farmacy pouch from Saje in my carry-on. Itβs packed with essential oils to tackle any travel hiccup that comes your way.
04. How to Pack Accessories for Travel
Staying organized is half the battle when it comes to mastering a long-haul flight. These next few items will ensure your carry-on is perfectly packed and everything you need is right at your fingertips.
CALPACK
Small Clear Cosmetics Case
Pack all your beauty and wellness essentials in this Small Clear Cosmetic Case from Calpak. My favorite feature? The dual-sided compartments with individual zippers. You can open it up flat on your tray table for easy access to everythingβno more digging around for your next product mid-flight.
BEIS
The Compression Packing Cubes
Packing a change of clothes to slip into after landing is a game-changer for feeling refreshed. These compression packing cubes from BEIS not only keep things organized but also create extra space in your bag.
FYY
Daily Pill Organizer
I never travel without my vitamins, especially on a long flight. I keep them close for emergenciesβwhether itβs a headache or the need for an in-flight Pepto (hot girls have stomach issues, OK?). Pro tip: stash a few pieces of gum in there, too. I love this Remineralizing gum from Underbrushβit cleans your teeth and gives your jaw a mini workout, so you land feeling fresh and looking snatched.
05. Gadgets to Make Flying More Comfortable
Upgrade your in-flight entertainment and functionality with these gadgets.
APPLE
AirPods Max
Youβve probably seen every travel influencer rocking these with their airport outfits, and for good reason. These wireless noise-canceling headphones are a game-changer. Plus, you can rest them around your neck when not in useβno risking the dreaded dropped AirPod incident that has the whole plane helping you search under seats.
Twelve South
Bluetooth Wireless Audio Transmitter
This little device lets you connect your Bluetooth headphones to the in-flight entertainment system making it one of the best travel accessories for long flights. Fun fact: Iβve been known to watch an entire movie while weβre still taxiing and waiting for the flight attendants to hand out those flimsy headphones!
Best Travel Accessories For Long Flights Guide 2024
Youβre officially ready to take on the skies like the luxe traveler you are. With these long-flight essentials, youβll surviveβand thriveβon any journey. Hereβs to glowing skin, a full night’s sleep, and arriving looking as flawless as your passport photo.
This post is all about the best travel accessories for long flights. From comfy loungewear to must-have tech, weβve got your flight survival kit covered!
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