BAGGAGE
Before the trip, you need to pack your luggage. Unlike other modes of transport, on an airplane, all baggage is divided into hand luggage (things that you take with you to the cabin of the aircraft) and checked baggage, which you check in at the airport and it flies in the luggage compartment.

Thus, all things you need to divide into 2 bags. It is better not to take heavy items in hand luggage, because. you will carry it with you all the time. After passing the security screening, there are no carts and luggage storage.

Please note that there are restrictions on weight, dimensions and contents for baggage and hand luggage (not all items can be transported by air). You can read more about this in our articles “Hand luggage on the plane” and “Luggage rules”.

So, the luggage was collected. What's next?

WHAT TO FLY IN?
The answer to this question depends on the duration of the flight. If it is up to 3-4 hours, then there is no difference. If more, then choose comfortable clothes made from natural materials. Believe me, sitting on an airplane in tight jeans for six or more hours is very uncomfortable. Clothing must be loose.

If you need to look good upon arrival, then take a change of clothes. In the toilet of the aircraft, you can change and clean yourself up.

Regardless of the duration of the flight, pay attention to the shoes. It is desirable that it be comfortable (not tight) and without heels. If the flight is planned in winter, then take warm socks with you, it is very uncomfortable to sit in winter boots for several hours, it is better to take them off and put on socks.

WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU TO THE PLANE CABIN?
As we wrote above, you should not take a heavy bag on board the plane. If possible, take in hand luggage only those things that you may need during the flight. For instance:

Book (regular or electronic).
Tablet or laptop.
Moisturizing cream. The air is very dry on the plane, so the cream will be useful, especially if you have dry skin. However, keep in mind that the volume of the tube should be no more than 100 ml.
Ssoboyka. You can take some products on board the aircraft. On flights lasting less than 3 hours, as a rule, they do not feed, so a small sandwich and an apple will not be superfluous.

HOW TO FIGHT WITH SIDDICITY AND EARS PLUGGING?
If you get sick on other modes of transport, then it is better to take care of this problem in advance. In many pharmacies and even at the airport, you can buy special pills or pills for seasickness, such as Aviamore. This drug will help you get rid of discomfort during the flight and nausea.

During takeoff and landing, many people get stuffy ears, but in most cases this can be avoided.



ROAD TO THE AIRPORT
Think in advance how you will get to the airport. it can be a bus, minibus, taxi, train (aeroexpress). The fastest is Aeroexpress. If you have chosen a bus or taxi, be aware of traffic jams.

You must arrive at the airport 2-2.5 hours before departure and check in. As a rule, check-in closes 40 minutes before departure, but on some transatlantic flights - 1 hour.



HOW TO STOP FEAR OF FLIGHTS?
According to statistics, every 3rd passenger experiences a fear of flying to one degree or another. You are not alone in this.

But if you rely on statistics, then you should also keep in mind that the plane is the safest transport. The number of victims of accidents related to air transport is almost 3,000 times less than in road transport.

If the stress from the upcoming flight is strong, then drink and take a sedative with you.

Never drink alcohol before the flight. For a short time, it can and will help, but on the way, passengers who have consumed alcohol feel much worse.

The flight is a strong load on the cardiovascular system and the body as a whole. Alcohol will only make things worse.