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Must Have Airplane Travel Items
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items Does airplane travel, especially longer flights get you in knots? It sure used to stress me out a lot, I mean I still get a little anxious but knowing I have many items to help me deal with situations that arise or just to give that extra sense of comfort has helped me relax a lot more. I find keeping my travel items well organized and having easy access to the things I need during the flight makes it much less stressful for me. Even weeks before the flight I'm planning my list of clothing, toiletries and accessories to ensure I'm well prepared and I have outfits that can be mixed and matched and work for the adventures and places that my husband and I are visiting. We love to bike on our trips so I always have to be sure I have plenty of options for cycling gear. Check out some of the items for staying organized and comfy, don't leave home without them.
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Items for the Flight
Personal Item Bag & Carry On Luggage
Packing Cubes
Snacks
Items for the Flight
The key to being comfortable on an airplane flight is to be prepared with essentials.
Supporting your neck while falling asleep on the plane is definitely high on the list. It's no fun waking up with a kinked neck. A supportive neck pillow is helpful. I have an inflatable one that doesn't take up much room in my bag and has a soft cover to protect my neck.
Travel Pillows: Clothing, Shoes & Accessories
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Wearing layers when on a plane is essential. I find a athletic jacket or a hoodie is great as you can take it off and on as you feel you need too.
Women's Travel Hoodies & Sweatshirts
A silky eye mask will keep the light out of your eyes and won't rub your makeup off when sleeping on the plane.
Sleep Masks
I like to have face wipes or hand wipes to freshen up and also to wipe down surfaces that I'll be touching.
Face Wipes | Sephora Canada
If airplane noise and distractions from others bother on the plane, noise cancelling headphones are the way to go…
The 4 Best Noise-Cancelling Headphones of 2025 | Reviews by ...
Compression socks or just having an extra pair of socks in your personal item bag can come in handy.
Compression Socks Women
I like to have lip balm with me on a flight. The air gets so dry on the plane.
Lip Balm, Lip Moisturizer & Lip Care Products
A good mini-hand cream is a must have for travel too, nothing with too strong of a scent though!
L'Occitane Mini Hand Cream
Personal Item Bag & Carry On Luggage
I've tried several different personal item bags over the years. Some good some not so good, right now I'm happy using a good quality, stylish back pack that has straps that fit over my carry on luggage. This makes it easy to carry either on my shoulders or on the luggage if I'm too tired to pack it through the airport.
A personal bag should have lots of compartments and areas that are easily accessible for taking your documents, and liquids in and out of. Choose wisely… don't forget to check the acceptable measurements for your airline.
Backpack
If a back pack is not your style a classy tote bag with compartments might be for you. There are lots of styles, fabrics and leather choices for this type of travel bag. Find a color you love.
Weekender Travel Bags
Carry-On Luggage is the way to go if you can. Avoid the hassles of checking your bags if at all possible. Less chance of having lost luggage, believe me it's happened to me!
Best Travel Carry On Luggage
Be sure to check the acceptable size of carry-on bag for your airline as they can differ.
Carry On Luggage & Underseaters
Packing Cubes
Packing cubes, some love them and some people don't. Personally, I do like them as they keep my clothing and items well organized.
Packing cubes come in lots of different colors and patterns. They can be purchased in small sets of 3 or larger sets.
Travel Packing Cubes
Nylon packing cubes are one option, here are some colorful ones.
The 4 Best Packing Cubes of 2025 | Reviews by Wirecutter
Snacks
Yes, snacks are essentials on a long flight, lol!
Having a few snacks with you in your bag is a good idea for those moments you just feel like a little something. My go to is 'nuts, like walnuts or almonds. Small packages of these are handy.
Travel Nut Mix
A little dark chocolate never hurts…
Dark Chocolate | LINDT
Mints for fresh breath….
Simpkins Mixed Mints Travel Sweets 200g (3 Pack)
My favorite gum to take when I travel….sugar free
The PUR Company