As a flight attendant, youll start as an overpacker (of unnecessary items), then youll be an underpacker (oh no... you didnt pack pants again??) With this list, you will have everything you need without overpacking!
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Luggage & totes
Organization
How to pack food
Random must haves in your bag
Electronics
Uniform compliance
Luggage & totes
These are my everyday carry luggage and totes!
The best Flight Crew bag to exist! Spacious, quality and cost! Get yours now!
Travelpro FlightCrew5 22' Rollaboard
Be sure to get your J hook for your FlightCrew 5 to hang your tote bags on! Helps with weight distribution.
FlightCrew™ Collection J-Hook Attachment
The absolute best lightweight turn or 2 day bag! 10/10 recommend!!
32 Oz can is perfect to carry all your food for 2/3/4 day trips! Great quality.
Lifewit Large Insulated Cooler Lunch Bag
Customize your bag tags! Thank me later!!
Crew Tags and Straps
Great way to identify your bag!
Gowraps Luggage Handle Wrap & Tags
Organization
Perfect way to stay organized in your suit case!
BAGAIL 8 Set Packing Cubes Luggage Organizer
Protect your passport and other forms of identification and make it easy to find in your bag with this passport case!
Passport Holder RFID Blocking Leather Case
Carrying 4-8 electronic devices, you must stay organized!
Travelkin Cord Organizer Travel, Electronic ...
There is nothing worse then only 1 charging plug in a hotel room! Charge all your devices at one time with one simple plug!
3-in-1 Foldable Wireless Charger 18W for iPhone & Apple Watch
My favorite bag for quick access makeup! I love to touch up my make up in between flights!
Flight Attendant Era Makeup Bag - Cabin Crew Gift
I love to carry this notebook with me! I dedicate a page to each location and write down places i've visited and loved/hated! As well as places id like to see in each city/country!
BNQL Flight Attendant Travel Journal
How to pack food
The best lunch box on the market! So many ways to keep your meals organized. This lunch box will fit up to 4 days of food and snacks for me (with additional room!)
Maelstrom 23L Insulated Expandable Lunch Bag
Game changer! It is perfect to keep soups and pastas hot & fruits and yogurts cold! This goes on every single trip with me!
Hydrapeak 25oz Stainless Steel Food Jar Navy
It keeps my ice water, iced and my hot tea, hot! My favorite!
Hydrapeak Nomad 32oz Tumbler w/ Handle
I feel like these are such a hidden hack! We always have ice on the planes.. therefore we can always refill them and keep our food cold. They also can be used with hot water! Ive used mine for cramps, headaches and to keep my food cold! Be sure you h...
BICAREE Reusable Ice Pack 9" with Cover
Keep your food cold with these ice packs!
Fit & Fresh Slim Ice Packs - Quick Freeze
Glass keeps foods so much fresher! Also your food is not as risk for being smashed up! The best advantage is you can throw them right into the airplane oven and heat your food on the go.
Vtopmart 8 Pack Glass Food Storage Containers
Perfect because you can throw them right into the plane oven!
VERONES 5 Pack 36OZ Glass Meal Prep Containers
Random must haves in your bag
If you fly with sinus issues, these are a MUST have! They protect your ears so you don’t rupture your ear drums! Also great for those who have eustachian tube dysfunction!
EarPlanes
This bag holds all my shelf stable emergency foods!
WCGXKO Airplane Mode Travel Zipper Makeup
Stay safe on all your layovers with this door stopper and alarm system!
EMDMAK Door Stop Alarm 120DB (Black, 2 Pack)
Stay cool.. especially in the summer months with a inoperative APU! iykyk
Keep your uniform unwrinkled and crisp! Great for those mornings you dont want to iron!
Downy Wrinkle Releaser Spray Travel Size 3oz x2
Perfect for someone who takes many daily or multiple time a day medications or vitamins! The day/night sections help me so much!
AUVON XL Weekly AM PM Pill Organizer
Tide to go pens never leave my bag! Coffee loves to spill on the days where you wear the white uniform tops! I always also have one that i allow passengers to use if they have a crisis on the airplane!
Tide To Go Instant Stain Remover Pen, 3 Count
I love this set for a good ole deadhead/commuting nap!
EverSnug Travel Blanket & Pillow, 65x40, Black
Its best to have a first aid kit in your bag at all times. You never know when you'll have an emergency!
PTEROMY 150 Pc Mini First Aid Kit Portable
Great way to soothe those tired eyes!
grace & stella Under Eye Mask Variety Pack
You will soooo love this rec once youve been stuck on an airplane next to a lavatory that has been blown up! IYKYK!! Stinky stinky stinky.
Blunteffects 100% Concentrated Air Freshener (5 Scents)
Electronics
Must have for international travel!
Travel Adapter, Worldwide All-in-One Universal
The best noise cancelling headphones!
AirPods Max
Great for taking a phone call while walking through the terminal!
Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds, H2 Chip
This is such a great addition to your tote bag! You never know when you'll need it. It has a plug to charge all types of electronics.
Portable 10000mAh Charger with Built-in Cables
You have alot of downtime in this industry. Keep your mind sharp by reading a book! My kindle changed the game… I went from toting around 2-3 heavy books, to 1 lightweight item. The charge last forever, so i dont even bring my charging cord on trips ...
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB, 7" Display, Black
Uniform compliance
These are the best compression panty hose. They not only prevent blood clots and inflammation, they also are super sturdy and do not rip.
Absolute Support Sheer Compression Pantyhose - Firm Support 20-30mmHg
Yes, they're on the pricey side, but they last forever!!! They also prevent blood clots and swelling. These are my favorite to pair with the skirt/dress uniform.
Relief Compression Thigh Highs 30-40mmHg - Jobst
My favorite more cost effective panty hose!
EVERSWE Women's 80 Den Soft Opaque Tights
I wear this watch everyday! I love the LED function, it shows military time, the day, date & time. It also has an alarm function. I love this watch.
Waterproof Digital Sports Watch Unisex
A flashlight is a required item for us! I love this mini, it always stays in my tote bag. It is great to use on red eyes when walking down the aisle in a dimmed cabin.
Lighting EVER LED Flashlight, Waterproof, AAA
Shoes
IYKYK! I can wear these 24 hours a day with absolutely no fatigue!
Clarks Women's Emslie Lulin Pump, Black, 5 M US
My 2nd favorite heel to wear while working!
DREAM PAIRS Women's Chunky Low Block Heels Mary Jane Pumps
The best “flats” for when my feet just dont want to wear heels! They still have a small stable heel on them!
Shoes for Crews Riley Women's Slip Resistant Pumps
My favorite layover shoes! They go with almost every outfit and are extremely comfortable.
New Balance Women's 9060 Sneakers
My favorite work out shoes! They are so light weight it feels like im running on clouds.
Skechers Women's Go Walk Joy Upturn Sneaker
I dont wear flip-flops often, but these come on every trip with me. They're my “go downstairs” shoes!
REEF Women's Cushion Vista
Toiletries
You’ll need these if you must carry your own products!
18pack TSA Approved Silicone Travel Bottles
30,000 feet will dry you out! Burts Bees if the best chapstick for the skies!
Balms
After washing your hands, this is necessary to keep your hands moisturized!
Vaseline® Intensive Care™ Cocoa Radiant® Lotion
Great for sensitive skin & skin hydration!
Dove Sensitive Skin Body Wash with Pump
My favorite toothpaste!
ARM & HAMMER™ Toothpaste
Best way to wipe off the day!
Neutrogena Makeup Remover Daily Wipes
Must have in your bag! The assortment of shower heads on layovers will shock you!
Reusable Waterproof Shower Cap for Women
My favorite toothbrush! I always keep on at home and on in my bag!
Aquasonic Black Series Whitening Toothbrush - 8 Heads & Travel Case
I keep a wash cloth in my bag at all times! Great to have for trips to Europe!
DecorRack 10 Pack Cotton Wash Cloths 12x12
A great item to keep in your make up bag!
Q-tips Swabs Travel Pack,30 Count, Pack of 1 blue
Hair
This makes curling my hair, so convenient & easy!
Curling Irons
Easiest way to dry my hair before styling
CONFU Hair Dryer 110000 RPM Fast Drying
If you want to take the effort out of curling your hair, i 100% say you need this!
TYMO CURLPRO Auto Rotating 1" Curling Iron
I love the width of this straightener, especially being i have thick hair.
REVLON 2" Ceramic Flat Iron - Fast Heat
My favorite shampoo and conditioner. It has added so much moisture into my hair.
Coming across this clip was the best thing i ever did! It holds up my super thick long hair effortlessly. It also it not bulky.. it make sitting in the jumpseat very comfortable.
Nalodu 5 Inch XL Claw Clips for Thick Hair, 2 Pack
No damage hair ties!
Kitsch Black No Damage Hair Ties, 12pcs
Always always always keep these in your bag!
KANPRINCESS 100PCS 2In Hair Pins Kit Black
Make up
Hands down best make up bag!
Prite Waterproof Vegan Leather Makeup Bag
This is the best foundation for dry and acne prone skin! I rotate between the shades Alabaster and Breeze.
Even Better Clinical™ Serum Foundation with SPF 25
Pores?! What are those!!!
Liquid Poreless Putty Primer
ELF products are hands down the best!!! This blush gives me the perfect pop of color and lasts all day at 30,000 feet!
Camo Liquid Blush
This not only fills in and gives your brows color, but the gel holds your brows in place all day!
Tattoo Studio® Waterproof Eyebrow Gel - Maybelline
This holds my make up perfectly in place all day while traveling. It is so refreshing to even use throughout the day to add moisture to your face. Flying is drying!
Makeup Mist & Set - Small
This mascara freeze gel is amazing at locking your lashes in places! It is like hairspray for your lashes :)
Lash Freeze Clear Gel Mascara
Pair this with the Clear Gel and you have the perfect lashes!
High Impact Length & Curl Mascara
Ready to wash the day off? This clarifies your pores and even feels like a face massage!
NågraCoola CLIE Waterproof Rechargeable Face Brush
The best daytime moisturizer! Our faces are extremely sensitive to the harmful rays at 30,000 feet above!
DermaControl Oil Absorbing Moisturizer SPF 30
The best gentle cleanser
DermaControl Oil Removing Foam Wash
These are so refreshing at the end of the day and the best make up remover wipes!
Makeup Remover Facial Wipes | Neutrogena®
I love all ELF products! Their brushes are so soft on my skin and easy to clean.
Affordable Makeup Brushes: Vegan and Cruelty Free | e.l.f. Cosmetics
The most effective light weight moisturizer. I use it at bedtime and before applying my make up.
La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+ Moisturizing Cream
Accessories
I get non stop compliments on my purse!
Michael Kors Airplane
Matching wallet to my purse!
Jet Set Travel Medium Printed Signature Logo Bi-Fold Wallet | Michael Kors [US]
