You can try and intercept your jet lag before the flight. You just need to adjust to a new schedule.
Picking flights that arrive in daylight and having an early night before you fly also helps.
Fragile: Handle With Care
People who travel often know what bags go through, and they know not to pack any valuables. However, if you must carry something valuable, mark your bag as fragile.
At the very least, this will ensure that your bag is handled with care. If you’re lucky, it might even be on top of the pile.
Dress to Impress and Get an Upgrade
This might not always work, and it’s definitely not a foolproof plan, but if you get to the airport early, in a well-put-together outfit, and with a happy and cheery attitude, you could get some perks.
If you fail, you can just tell the check-in attendant that you’re on honeymoon if you’re traveling with someone. You might just get lucky.
Podcast to Last
Worried your battery life won’t last long? No need to be. Videos can consume a lot of your battery life, but there’s a great alternative, podcasts. They hardly use up any battery, and you’ll be enjoying them for hours. Download as many as you’d like to keep you busy during your flight.
Keep your options open by downloading a wide variety of topics. You never know what will pique your interest on the plane.
Make the Load Easier – Carry Less on the Plane
If you’re taking a long flight, you might feel the need to carry more stuff, but the reality is you don’t need it. One carry-on will more than suffice. If you’re a parent, you might get a pass, though.
However, it’s better for you and the plane to carry a light load because planes can get overloaded, which impacts the plane’s ability to maneuver in the air. Figure out what’s important to you and pack light.