31 WAYS TO KILL TIME ON LONG FLIGHTS

You may wonder how to kill time on long flights? It is always interesting to travel to distant destinations and explore new lands. However, long flight time is dull and depressive. Minutes pass very slowly. How can I kill time on long flights? That question always comes to my mind.

Q: many websites give plenty of ideas to killing time on long flights, so what is new in this article?
A: Yes, some of the ideas here are either you read about it, or you thought about before. But what is new here is that it is a complete guide, and I organized the ideas systematically. Although not all plans may fit or impress you, it can still be useful one day. So keep it in your mind.

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Before you embark on the airplane, Put a plan on how will you kill time on long flights? For instance, 2 hours reading, 2 hours of movies, 2 hours sleeping, and so on. Don’t forget to pack all the essential stuff according to your plan. Such as tablets, chargers, and books.

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2. READING

Books are the best travel companion. Also, it may help to sleep if it is in your plans. Choose an exciting book, better if it is about the country you are visiting so you can learn more about people. The history and culture of the country I am going to visit is my recommendation for you. All you need is an account on Kindle eBooks. Thanks to the new technologies, now, you can get a library full of books on your phone.

3. MOVIES

You can entertain yourself on the flight with movies and TV shows. Movies are an excellent choice. Subscribe to Netflix or Hulu and enjoy endless movies and TV shows. You can download videos to watch it later offline. Romantic and comic movies are favorable. Avoid horror movies on the airplane. I was so crazy to watch the movie ‘Final Destination’ while on the aircraft. Don’t forget to read the movies’ review as you don’t want to find out that the film you have selected is not entertaining.

5. LISTEN TO A PODCAST

If reading is not possible online, you can listen to some podcasts. TED Talks is a precious treasure for you.

I still remembered my flight from Cairo, Egypt to Beijing, China, in 2015. It was a 15 hours trip. I read a book, watched two movies – one of them is about Cinderella story – and slept for 5 hours to walk up and still 4 hours to Beijing. Here are 12 ways to kill time on long flights.

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6. LISTEN TO AUDIOBOOKS

It is an easy way to read more books and enjoy light music as well. Sometimes it is not easy to read on the airplane. So keep it in mind.

7. LEARN A NEW LANGUAGE

Imagine how many languages you can speak if you learned a few words and sentences from each country you visited. Simply, Learn only a few words and sentences that you will use daily. Imagine in a few years you could speak Russian, Chinese Indian Spanish, and Japanese.

8. THINKING AND PLANNING

Dilemmas in your mind? Think about it and plan for it when you are on board. There is plenty of time to think about it, or simply prepare for your trip. Don’t forget a pen and a note to record your ideas.

9. SOCIALIZE WITH THE OTHER PASSENGERS

Even if you are a solo traveler, you can start a friendly chat with other passengers. Mostly, the other passenger is a tourist, and he/she will be glad to meet new friends.

10. MIND GAMES

Keep your mind active and working. Play Sudoku or Chess on your phone, or get puzzle books.

11. INTERNET SEARCHING

If you are lucky to get an Internet connection on the airplane, start browsing the websites or check your Emails. Most airlines offer internet access to passengers in charge of a few dollars.

12. TALK TO YOUR FRIENDS (FREE AND OFFLINE)

Even if you haven’t internet access, still, you can do it. Open your Facebook Messenger, What’s app or any chat app, and check your friends-list. Send sweet tinder messages to your friends, share memories, or tell them how much you love them. Later, when you go online, The chat app will send all these messages automatically. Most of the time, we are busy with our daily routines. Long flights are an excellent chance to remember our friends.

13. WRITE POSTCARDS

Always buy postcards for your friends and family. Spend some time on the airplane, write to them about your memory, and how you miss them. More touching than sending the message in chat apps.

14. WRITE NOTES

Why don’t you write about the things to do when you arrive? Write about your memories of the country you are coming from. By the time, your memories will fade, so it is an excellent chance to save your moments for the future.

15. PLAY CARDS

Many card games can be played by a single player such as Solitaire. Also, it may help you to socialize with other passengers and play altogether.

16. PLAY MUSIC

Yes, you read it right, play music, not listen to music. Maybe other passengers join you and it ends with a party above the clouds. You can play music on your mobile app. Rock-up the plane.

17. KARAOKE

Same as with playing music in point number 16. Let us make some noise on board.

19. WALKING

It’s not advised to spend more than 3 hours in your seat. At least you can have a little walk inside the airplane. Don’t walk inside the aircraft while they are serving food or drinks.

20. MEDITATION

Learn to meditate and relieve stress. Get new ideas and solve your problems. Comfortable and straightforward to do even if in your airplane seat.

21. HEALTHY SNACKS

You are allowed to bring snacks on the plane. Don’t overeat. Fruits and fresh vegetables are the best choices. You can also prepare your meals on the airplane.

22. HAVE A COCKTAIL

Treat yourself as if you are in the business class. Dehydration on long flights is a real problem. You can spend more time preparing your drink on the plane.

23. PLAN YOUR NEXT TRIP

If you are a real traveler, then you know how hard it is to live even one day without traveling, memorizing the previous trip, or planning for the next trip. It is not early to prepare for the next trip. Yet it may be late.

24. EDIT INSTAGRAM PHOTOS

Add colors and filters to your stories and memories before sharing on Instagram.

25. LEARN SOMETHING NEW

Online courses are free and widely available. Maybe learn a new hobby, play the piano or photoshop.

26. ENJOY THE WORLD FROM A BIRD’S EYE VIEW

The lands, mountains, oceans, clouds, and skies. All are scenic and worth spending a few minutes. I can take hours and never get bored.

27. KNITTING & CROCHETING

Good idea to kill time on long flights if you can. If you can’t, you can learn. Make a cute outfit for the favorite pet.

28. DO A SHEET MASK

Nice idea. Keep your skin fresh and avoid dehydration above 30,000 feet.

29. COLORING FOR BOTH KIDS AND ADULTS.

Really relaxing and help to relieve stress.

30. FIND SHAPES IN THE CLOUDS

Seriously? Yes, it is. It is working with kids to keep them busy.

31. MAKE A COMPLAINT

You can make a complaint about your seat, your meal, or anything else. Guess what? It may come back with benefits, and they upgrade you to business class.

So, that was my idea for killing time on long flights. I wish by now, you believe that the long trips are not getting any longer. I hope by now that I loaded your information-bank with ideas that keep you busy even if your next journey is to the moon! If you have more advice or recommendations, you can share it with us in the comments.