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If You Always Book An Economy Seat, You’ll Find These 37 Products Pretty Handy
Boarding group 10 and a middle seat you didn’t pay to select means more money you can spend on eating at that place you saw on TikTok.
1. An Airplane Pocket tray cover to make the most of your space because those seat back pockets are NEVER as big as you need them to be. With this, you can actually store your snacks, water bottle, and so much more without having to get up and get stuff out of the overhead throughout your flight.
Check out a TikTok of the Airplane Pockets tray table cover in action.
Airplane Pockets is a small business that specializes in sanitary, portable travel organization products.
My colleague Emma Lord owns and loves this: “I used this on a roundtrip from NYC to Tokyo, both with connecting flights in Canada, and cannot sing its praises enough. It fit all four of the different tray tables I used it on and was so ridiculously handy for keeping track of all my littler odds and ends like AirPods, the plane’s headphones, earplugs, a sleep mask, a book, gum, a scrunchie, and little snacks. The hanging end of it easily tucked into the built-in sleeve of the seat in front of me for takeoff and when other passengers needed to scoot past me in my aisle seat. Usually, I feel like a hot mess and get frustrated rooting around in the grimy sleeve for my stuff, and this was such a refreshing solution! Several flight attendants even asked where I got it to buy one for themselves!”
Promising review: “Very useful, especially when traveling with kids. Provided easy access and storage to things like water bottles, hand sanitizer, snacks, wipes, and headphones. I didn’t have to access my carry-on.” —JJ
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
2. A 3-in-1 charging cord so you can effectively use your SINGLE plug at your seat to help charge up your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods at once. And then it’ll come in handy for when you’re at your destination!
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Promising review: “Perfect for traveling and keeps you from having too many cords. Also good to use at home. I had to purchase another one because my husband liked it so well, he decided to keep it. Good value too.” —Marsha
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 10 colors and two lengths).
3. A compact travel cable organizer with a place for just about every one of *your* and every member of your family’s devices and corresponding cables so you don’t get everything tangled up while searching for that ONE cord. Oh AND this is waterproof in case your seatmate spills water all over your stuff.
Promising review: “This case has been amazing for storing my earbuds, various loose cable connectors, chargers, etc. I am using it right now on a trip, and it has been fantastic for keeping these items in one convenient, organized place. It is lightweight and fits easily into my one carry-on item when boarding the many flights I am taking. I’m pretty sure I will still be using it to keep all these items together and more easy to locate when I return home! I am so glad I bought this!” —V. Elia
Get it from Amazon for $9.85+ (available in 27 styles).
4. A cute snack pouch with Stoney Clover Lane vibes (at an economy-seat price) you can stock with snacks and electrolyte drink packets from home so you don’t have to eat into your vacation fund just to buy a KIND bar at the airport shop. And because it’s clear, you’ll be able to zero in on what you’re craving even faster.
Sage Nation is a small business specializing in quirky organizational pouches for travel and home use.
Promising review: “Lettering is spot on. Love the colors, and the clear bag makes it easy for kids to see what is available. Quality materials and construction.” —Lisa Stanko
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
5. And a set ofLiquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier packets, an electrolyte drink mix infused with potassium and vitamin C you can mix into a bottle of water to help speed up your hydration. After all, guzzling water on a flight and then having to climb over the person in the aisle seat to go to the bathroom five times during the flight is never fun.
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Psst — it’s also gluten free, soy free, and dairy free!
Promising review: “This stuff seriously works. Took on a five-day cruise when we had the unlimited drink package, and these Liquid I.V.s saved my life several times. Wouldn’t have made it to dinner/gotten off the ship the next morning without them.” —Laura Bales
Get a pack of 16 from Amazon for $24.99 (also available in 18 flavors and also in sugar-free flavors). I’m also quite partial to the newer grapefruit flavor.
6. A subtle amber reading light that’s 99.94% free of blue spectrum light you’ll start using instead of the overhead light when you’re sandwiched between two slumbering strangers and you can’t get to sleep, so it’s time to dig into Dracula once again.
Promising review: “This is a fantastic light! I use it every evening to continue reading while my son sleeps, it does not wake him or impede my sleep after I’m ready to go to bed. Great product.” —Brian Masters
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
7. A 2-in-1 nausea relief inhaler you can even slip into your day bag or shorts pocket in case you start feeling a bit whoozy. Reviewers say it helps with random nausea, motion sickness, morning sickness, and just feeling quite a bit icky. Simply inhale it or rub it on the tip of your nose to enjoy the “I’m feeling better” benefits. If you have a tendency to feel a little “meh” on flights, this is a great little thing to keep in your seatback pocket.
Promising review: “Took this on my first cruise. Anytime that I started to feel woozy I’d reach for it. I’m sure the required act of deep breathing helped a lot — and breathing in the fragrance of the essential oil is very calming and effective. Worked for me! Wonderful!” —Willy&Lilly
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.99 (also available in a pack of four).
8. Or a set of Sea Bands with a little nub that’ll target the acupressure point on your wrists meant to help reduce nausea. This’ll be great in case anyone gets motion sick in the car or on a boat ride, and are SO tiny that they’ll barely take up space in your personal item bag for your flight.
Promising review: “FLIGHT ATTENDANT APPROVED! They work. 100% of the time.” —Jessica
Get a set of two from Amazon for $8.47.
9. A compact eight-compartment pill organizer to whip out when you’ve got a killer headache or that local delicacy you ate on the last night of your dream vacation isn’t settling so well with you. I have this in green and SWEAR by it. It’s so handy!
Promising review: “My husband and I travel a lot and take a number of prescription drugs. It was always a hassle accessing our medication when needed, so I purchased this organizer to make things easier. I used a label maker and labeled each little compartment and it has performed wonderfully. I highly recommend this organizer to anyone who travels and needs medications throughout the day.” —Jacqueline
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $9.97.
10. Lumify Eye Drops to one-up any other redness-reducing eye drops you’ve previously tried. Getting the best deal meant taking a red-eye flight and then having boots on the ground in Dublin at 6 a.m. local time but you’ve got PLANS and things to see! Pop in some of these for some not-so-scary pics of you exploring a new city.
Promising review: “I have a big spot of blood vessels in the inner corner of my left eye. I use the expensive lubricant eye drops for moisture — I’ve used Visine, Clear Eyes, you name it. No eye drop has made my eyes look this great. Only Lumify! I was soo happy when I looked in the mirror and saw some beauty in my eyes instead of darkness and redness.” —Angela Leonard
“Your tired red eyes might not feel any better, but they will look white. I have dry eyes and allergies, after a day of flying (flight attendant) they’re red itchy and burn. I only use the drops just before work, never twice in one day. They keep my eyes looking white for 8–10 hours.” —Hailey
Get it from Amazon for $11.93.
11. An Airfly wireless transmitter can let you connect your Airpods or any wireless headphones to your airplane seat…even without Bluetooth!
My colleague Chelsea Stuart owns and loves this: “I splurged on some AirPod Maxes and for the amount of money I threw down on them, I was determined to get as much use out of them as possible and that included on plane rides. With the AirFly Pro, I can connect my headphones via Bluetooth and use the seat-back screen without having to fiddle with the free wired headphones they hand out that 1.) have horrible sound quality and 2.) don’t fit my ears in the slightest (I swear my ear canals are tiny or something??).”
It also comes with a USB-C charging cable, travel pouch, keychain holder, quick-start guide, and a manual.
Twelve South is a small business that has been creating innovative tech accessories since 2009.
Promising review: “I was a little reluctant purchasing Airfly after reading the reviews, but I’m so glad I did! It worked perfectly on the plane, and while on my trip, I also used it to listen to music in the car. It acted like a speaker because I had no aux cable. It was great!” —Yamile cardozo
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in eight styles and two colors).
12. An *very popular* off-the-shoulder jumpsuit suited for just about any sightseeing needs. But it’d also make the perfect outfit for a cruise departure party because you won’t have to worry about flashing anyone!
Promising reviews: “Purchased this jumpsuit for a cruise. It is amazingly comfortable and fits perfectly. Normally I need to hem or alter the length, but this was perfect due to the type of bottom. It could be dressed up with jewelry and a large belt. I liked the black one so much I ordered the same one in a maroon.” —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $37.99 (available in sizes S–3X and 31 colors/patterns).
13. Agarment and travel bag set will cover you when you’ve gotta keep your outfit for your college roommate’s wedding festivities tidy and wrinkle-free, and you have trust issues with airline baggage checks. It’ll easily fold and unfold as you need it, and because it’s soft-sided you can more easily cram it in the overhead even when you’re in the last group to board.
Beauty Goodies is a small business that specializes in chic storage and travel accessories.
Promising review: “This garment bag is an exceptional value for the money. Well built, top quality materials, including ‘beefy’ zippers, should hold up well for airline travel. Minimal wrinkles if any in garments, and a cavernous bag for storing shoes and other items for a trip. Added bonus, it fits easily in the plane overhead storage, similar in size to a standard roller bag. I highly recommend this product.” —Kindle Customer
Get it from Amazon for $57.45 (available in two colors).
14. Or a wheeled carry-on bag small enough to qualify as a personal item on super stringent airlines so you can fit it under your seat…even when there’s no longer any space in the overhead for a roller bag. Take that, Spirit Airlines.
Promising review: “This works out so well for me. I’m a flight attendant, and I’ve had an infinite amount of day trips over the summer. I got tired of carrying around my regular TravelPro spinner, so I finally ordered this. SOOOOO MUCH BETTER FOR ME. It’s light, has enough pockets, and can easily fit under a seat if needed.
The ONLY picky thing I can think of is how loud it sounds going across rough concrete. The wheels aren’t as silent as others, but that won’t stop me from buying another in the future.” —Kayla T
Get it from Amazon for $50.88+ (available in four colors).
15. A Baggallini anti-theft travel backpack to make it harder for anyone who gets some (illegal) ideas while you’re marveling at [insert picturesque view] once you’re actually there. But it’ll also make for an EXCELLENT personal item on the plane!
It has RFID-blocking technology; is made of slash-resistant, Securtex anti-theft fabric; and locking zippers that blend in with the backpack’s design.
Promising review: “This has great security features. The compartment that holds cards has a locking zipper and sits securely against your back. Two side pockets for water bottle, umbrella, etc. Very roomy and lightweight. I used it this weekend at a tulip festival in Washington. It lightly rained the whole time I was outdoors, and nothing in my bag got wet. It wiped dry easily. A great daypack for adventures!” —pixie
Get it from Amazon for $89.95+ (available in 10 colors).
16. Or a soft faux-leather tote will be the perfect personal item on the plane so you don’t even have to pack it in your carry-on! And it would be useful as a day bag (of course keep your valuables zipped up concealed and tucked away inside) with plenty of room for your souvenirs.
Promising review: “Bought this bag last minute for a uniform compliance as a flight attendant, and it’s sturdy and a great bag. For the material and the price, it’s a great purchase. I’ve had it over four months.” —Amber
Get it from Amazon for $14.29+ (available in a variety of colors and two sizes).
17. And a handbag organizer with LOTS of pockets to help you easily track down your ID, Kindle, lip balm, reading glasses, and so much more in said tote.
Promising review: “I have always purchased handbags with lots of pockets and sections because I hate having to dig around trying to find something in the gaping hole of purses with no sections. But I have passed up so many cute bags because of this, and I was frustrated with having to do so. I purchased this medium size organizer, and I couldn’t be happier!! It is very well-made, and it has so many great pockets to organize everything I need. THE BEST PART is, I can easily lift it out of one purse and put it into another one, and I always know where everything can be found. I wish I had gotten one of these years ago. When I first ordered this organizer, I didn’t realize it had two zipper compartments on each side, and I was tickled to discover even MORE storage!!! With all the fun colors and patterns, it was hard to select one, but I’ve always been partial to polka dots. I love it and can’t imagine anyone not being has pleased with this as I am!” —Ronna
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in sizes S–L and in 26 colors).
18. A waist bag you can keep in your personal item and then put in your seatback organizer with all the stuff you know you’ll need on your flight (think ear buds, lip balm, toothbrush, etc.). It has a TON of storage room and has a long enough strap to wear crossbody *or* comfortably fit over outerwear laterso you can use your arms to help you balance while teetering toward a glacier.
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I wear a size L/XL in clothing and sometimes waist bags just don’t work out so well for me. With this one, I can confirm that it fit around my waist comfortably without outerwear, across my chest without outerwear, *and* over a thick coat and several layers. The pockets inside are so handy and I even had room to spare throughout my Iceland trip. This was the only purse I brought for the whole trip and it performed its job flawlessly. Just make sure that you zip the zipper ALL the way because the zipper goes down pretty far on the sides for easier access to contents. Having my hands free was wildly convenient for a number of reasons, including crawling around inside of an ice cave and putting out my hands for some extra balance while walking on sheets of ice along cliffs. Oh, and it comes in so so SO many colors. And in case it looks familiar, TikTokers compare it to the Lulu waist bag.
Promising review: “Love this little bag! And the price — you can’t beat it.” —Jolie
Get it from Amazon for $15.98+ (available in 32 styles).
19. A Trtl travel pillow that, thanks to its scarf-like construction, you can easily adjust to your perfect comfort level and tilt angle to get some Zzzzzs while someone else gets you to where you’re going. (And if you run hot, there’s now a ~cool~ version.)
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Ciera Velarde, a former editor here at BuzzFeed, also loves this! She says: “I’ve used this for the past few years and swear by it! Before this, I always found traditional neck pillows uncomfortable and would end up ditching them halfway through the flight and getting frustrated. The Trtl pillow is adjustable — you wrap the pillow around your neck and secure it with Velcro, and if you find it’s too loose, just make it a bit tighter! I’ve truly never slept better on a plane than with this pillow.”
Promising review: “I love this TRTL!! I first used it on a trip from Seattle to Buenos Aires and will now always use it. It made it possible for me to be comfortable on that long flight. I found it to be the best neck support in how it holds up my neck in a comfortable natural way. I love how I can use it on either side of my neck, and even in the front and back of my neck. I love how I can cover my face to just below my eyes if I want privacy. It is cozy, lightweight, durable and packs easily, or I can wrap it around my carry bag handle for quick transport. I bought one for a friend who took it on a Seattle to New York flight and she said it was a game changer for her as she was able to sleep for the first time while flying. Now I know that with my TRTL and Bose noise cancelling head phones, I can be cramped in a middle seat on a long flight and survive in relative comfort. Thank your TRTL!!! I just bought another one for a gift for my daughter. It is a well-designed product!” —Amis Balcomb
Get it from Amazon for $60.99+ (available in five colors).
20. And because you deserve another option: A memory-foam neck pillow that comes high enough on the sides so your neck isn’t lolling about and thus waking you up from your mid-flight slumber.
Promising review: “Plush thick pillow that holds your head comfortably during a flight. It fit great around my next and there’s a mechanism to adjust the fit to how you prefer. Super portable since it comes in a nice small bag you can fold it and store in. Highly recommend.” —L Caldwell
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in five styles).
21. And if you’re worried about overhead luggage space, a neck pillow you can stuff with clothing — even a whole outfit — to give you some comfy flexibility. The listing says you can even pack three days’ worth of clothes in it! Which would especially be welcome if your carry-on-only budget doesn’t exactly align with your fashionista status.
Check out a TikTok showing how someone used a similar neck pillow to just take that and a personal item onto a RyanAir flight that was charging for hand luggage.
Promising review: “It was no problem fitting two days’ worth of clothing into this pillow casing. I also found it to be very comfortable as a neck pillow. These days it is always a fear that you will lose your luggage, this way I am protected with a change of clothing, AND a comfortable rest on the airplane. I was a little confused how it worked at first (the tag was in a separate pocket) aside from the two ends, both of which zip open. It has to be loaded from one end or the other, it does not open along the middle. However, I am quite pleased by the multitude of adjustments to the straps for fitting around necks, luggage, or seat headrests.” —micki
Get it from Amazon for $49.95.
22. A 2-in-1 travel pillow and blanket in case you’ve found in-flight options seriously lacking and can’t get any shut-eye without a cozy blanket. Is it just me or are they getting thinner and thinner?
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Promising review: “I love this foldable airplane blanket! There are few things worse on a flight than being too cold. This little blanket is the perfect weight to keep you warm but doesn’t take up too much room in your carry-on/personal item bag. I actually clip it to the outside of my backpack.” —Danielle Gaudette
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in nine colors).
23. An I Dew Care “Tap Secret” mattifying powder shampoo to tackle greasy roots without the aerosol or benzene formula. This’ll even be easy to take to the bathroom toward the end of a red-eye so you can deboard feeling a bit fresher.
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Promising review: “I was looking for a dry shampoo that would be easy to use on the go for a trip I was taking. I had no issues taking this through TSA and it was so easy to use on the go. You literally just pat the poof on your scalp and then rub the powder in. I do have black hair so dry shampoo is usually very visible in my hair, but I didn’t have any harder time than usual rubbing this powder in. It did a really good job of soaking up all the oil and giving my hair volume. I’m not a fan of the price for the amount that you get, but it is lasting longer than I thought it would. I would definitely recommend and will purchase again.” —Teresa
Get it from Amazon for $18+ (available in five colors/styles).
24. A simple luggage strap will hold your essentials like a travel pillow, jacket, personal item, and more as you scoot along through the airport and once you land. Plus, it’ll make it easier to carry the stuff that gets you at your comfiest for your flight!
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Promising review: “Definitely what I needed for my luggage as a flight attendant. Very heavy duty and perfect for me. Works great with my extra luggage and lunch bag to hang on my suitcase. Thank you so much. Will definitely buy again.” —Mary
Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in six colors and in multipacks).
25. An Apple AirTag for each bag to give you some peace of mind while you wonder how the bag the gate agent made you drop off before boarding the plane is doing on its journey out of your eyeline.
Storytime: I finally bought a couple of Apple AirTags during 2022 Black Friday sales. And I am SO grateful I did. My normal carry-on bag was too big to fit the Lufthansa luggage requirements (and BOY, do they check that!) so I had to check my bags for a December 2022 trip to Vienna and back from Prague (with a layover in Frankfurt). My bag didn’t make it onto the plane in Frankfurt, and once I landed in Newark, New Jersey, I pulled up the app on my phone and saw that yes, my backpack AirTag was indeed with me, but my suitcase AirTag was still in Germany. (The screen grab is from an Amazon review, but you get the gist.) The AirTag also helped me track FedEx’s delivery of the suitcase to my parents’ house, where I was spending the holidays immediately after my Europe trip ended. I was even able to see it on a highway less than an hour’s drive from my parents’ house. TL;DR: I think AirTags are very much a worthwhile investment if you travel a few times a year. And I’m not the only one who thinks so.
Promising review: “I bought a pair of these AirTags for a trip to France, and I’m so glad I did! First of all, the setup is super easy. I had zero problems, and both were done in, like, five minutes. I put one in my purse and one in my suitcase. On the way back home, the airline lost my luggage. Checked the Find My Friends app where the AirTag is tracked, and I could see that it never left the Charles de Gaulle airport. I felt more assurance being able to track my bag through the app as it made its way across the world back to me. 10/10 would recommend!” —Lindsay Kirby
Get it from Amazon for $22.98.
26. A weighted sleep mask that’ll help block out the reading light and/or sunlight from your neighbor’s open airplane window shade while you catch up on some of that sleep you sacrificed to get the early flight. Oh, and it’s weighted!
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Promising review: “I am a flight attendant and have a wacky work schedule. I frequently have to sleep during the day. These are SO comfortable and cool as well. I have ordered and tried out at least 10 eye-masks off of Amazon and have found these to be the best. They are SO comfortable and do not have velcro on the straps, for which I am thankful, because I usually sleep on my back and am sensitive to the thickness of eyemasks which have the Velcro straps.” —SW
Get one from Amazon for $14.99.
27. A hands-free (rotating!) phone mount to help you watch what you want or take advantage of the movies available online for those budget airlines without TVs in the back of the seats. It’ll work on the plane *or* while you wait to board. A three-hour flight without a seat TV should be illegal.
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Perilogics is a small biz that specializes in tech-oriented travel products and backpacks.
Promising review: “The gadget I didn’t know I needed until I bought it. I regularly fly Southwest, and they offer complimentary in-flight entertainment…on your own device. This allows me to watch whatever I want to watch with the phone at a comfortable eye level, and keeps my hands free and i can choose if I want to put the tray table down or not.” —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $12.97 (available in three colors).
28. A pair of Mack’s Earplugs can seal out noise on a plane, in a hotel room, or wherever else you need to get some sleep. I recently used these on a ~10-hour red-eye flight from São Paulo, Brazil to New York City and was OUT for a solid seven hours.
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Check them out on TikTok here.
BuzzFeed editor Emma Lord swears by these and raves: “The moldable silicone of Mack’s Earplugs contours easily to the shape of your ear to block out noise much more effectively than other foam or plastic varieties, and the noise reduction is so good that if I pair them with a white noise machine (or just like a white noise loop on Spotify) I genuinely don’t hear noises from outside my room.
I’ve also *loved* these for traveling — if you put these babies in on a plane not only does it help reduce some of the YIKES factor when the plane takes off (it’s loud!!), but it cancels out the murmuring noises of passengers on the flight and makes it easier to get some shuteye.”
Promising review: “I’ve been purchasing Mack’s earplugs for about eight years now as they help me sleep so much better at night (and are also super helpful on long plane trips). They’re the best ones on the market and much larger with more comfort and coverage than ones in my local stores and pharmacies. Mack’s are getting harder to find so I’m writing this in the hope that they stay in business.” —Amazon Customer
Get 12 pairs from Amazon for $12.99.
29. Plus a set of silicone “EarPlanes” in case you’re one of those people (like me) who sometimes have ear pain from elevation changes. These are made with a twist-on design to help relieve pressure you may experience during takeoff and landing. I invested in a pair of these after writing about them and they help me!
Promising review: “This product has changed my life. I travel fairly frequently and always have issues with ear pressure on the plane. My ears will be clogged up, and it is painful to swallow for a day or two after short-distance flights. But now, I use these and fly incident-free. You are supposed to insert them before the plane takes off and then before landing. I have found that it works best if I leave them in the entire flight from before takeoff until landing, but they work almost as well if you take them out once you reach cruising altitude.” —Thomasina
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $19.85.
30. A memory foam seat cushion with an ergonomic design and gel layer for cradling your behind while you’re on a criminally thin seat on a looong flight. After all, you don’t want a sore behind once you get to your destination. People also love it for car seats and office chairs!
Lots of reviewers who drive for a living rave about it.
Promising review: “I used this on my 19-hour-long flight in economy, and this is a game-changer. I have been traveling long haul all my life, and this has been the best experience so far. At first, it feels cold to sit on, which is definitely a plus. My butt didn’t become numb and sore, which is a first, and it fit on the seat perfectly. I definitely recommend. We will see how it holds up after a few uses!” —Ple
Get it from Amazon for $44.95 (available in three color combos).
31. A pair of compression socks because since you saw Karl and Frank from Succession snap on their own, you’ve thought “Hmm, maybe I should get some of those.”
Read more about compression socks for travel at Johns Hopkins and HuffPost.
Promising review: “These compression socks really helped me. No swelling of feet and legs on a flight from New York to Munich and onto Palermo. Amazing fit and not too thick. Really comfortable.” —L. M. Morabito
Get them from Amazon for $13.08+ (available in unisex sizes S–XXL and in 13 colors).
And check out our full Physix Gear compression socks review here.
32. A set of homeopathic jet lag pills made to help you fight off time zone changes and disrupted sleep schedules. Plus, you can actually sleep while taking these. I’ve taken them on a couple of red-eyes and I think they help!
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According to the instructions, you should take them at take-off and then every two hours and then again once you arrive to help with relaxation and combat sleepiness.
Promising review: “I heard about this product from my cousin who used it for a trip Japan and it was very effective. I used it for a trip to Washington DC that had several stops and delays — total of 15 hours to get to my destination. I was comfortable upon arrival. The next morning I was ready for a work day.” —ELEANORE
Get a pack of 32 pills from Amazon for $16.45.
33. Some no-tie elastic shoelaces you can add to your go-to sneakers so you can easily slip them on and off during your flight if that’s what it takes for you to feel comfy. But the laces won’t look any different!
34. Kahi Wrinkle Bounce Hydrating Multi-Balm, a TikTok-famous Korean beauty product that’ll combine several products into one skincare step — especially great if you get suuuuper dry on flights. Reviewers use it on their face, lips, eyes, and neck to help reduce fine lines and make you look all ~glowy~ thanks to ingredients salmon complex and collagen.
Check out a TikTok of the wrinkle balm in action.
Promising review: “Okay! So I was skeptical at first, but honestly this stick is life-changing!!! In a matter of minutes, my skin felt hydrated and plumped. After an hour, still hydrated. No greasy after feeling, very light, and you can feel your skin hydrated and absorbing. I love the fact that you can use it on your eyes, lips, and wrinkles!! Game changer for me, will def try the others!” —Kristy
“This stuff makes my face feel so soft and has a nice scent. I use it every day and will buy it again when I run out!” —Cyndy1
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in seven styles).
35. A portable handheld fan in case you find yourself on a plane that doesn’t feel like a meat locker for once. I own this and take it with me EVERYWHERE, but it especially came in handy as I sat on a plane in Miami with the doors open during the summer because we were waiting on the pilot. It was hot but I was cool as a cucumber thanks to this.
Check out a TikTok of the portable fan in action.
I own this and use it ALL the time. It comes in handy in a variety of situations at home *and* while traveling — especially when you’re sitting in a stuffy plane in Miami in July with the doors open, waiting for the pilot to board and take off. I def got some jealous side-eyes from other passengers as I kept myself cool with this.
Get it from Amazon for $14.39+ (available in three colors).
36. A set of storage scrunchies to help keep your hair off your neck and your lip balm easily accessible throughout your flight.
LOKI STASHED is a small biz specializing in these scrunchies. See them in action on TikTok here!
Promising review: “I use these every time I travel. Perfect for holding a key or some rolled-up bills for emergencies. Comfortable and reliable.” —Poke-me-in-the-coconut
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $13.99 (available in seven color combinations).
37. An attachable elastic laptop accessory belt you’ll be so glad you bought if you’ve been taking advantage of your work’s WFH policy by going on ALL the trips. This’ll keep you for rifling through your personal item longer than needed to track down your Work From Plane necessities.
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Beblau is an Italy-based, family-owned small business specializing in products for digital nomads.
Check out a TikTok of the laptop belt in action.
Promising review: “This product is a lifesaver for a teacher on the go. I use it for my iPad Pro and my school issued laptop. I no longer drop things as I move place to place! Just the basics will fit: pen, cards, small writing tablet.” —Elementary Techy Teacher
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in four colors).
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