{"id":5670,"date":"2016-02-05T13:21:37","date_gmt":"2016-02-05T12:21:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=5670"},"modified":"2025-07-02T10:08:32","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T09:08:32","slug":"how-to-fall-asleep-on-a-plane","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/how-to-fall-asleep-on-a-plane\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fall Asleep on a Plane"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When you&#8217;re setting out on a journey of a lifetime but only have two weeks to pack it all in, every moment needs to be savoured. So, to keep jetlag to a minimum, it&#8217;s wise to get a little shut-eye on the plane. If you&#8217;re one of the many travellers who struggle to switch off inflight, follow our guide to find out how to fall asleep on a plane.<\/p>\n<p>Choosing the right seat can be key to getting a sound night&#8217;s sleep, with the benefit of a little more legroom and extra space to recline. To avoid being disturbed by other passengers getting up and down, go for a window seat. Choosing a seat in the cabin&#8217;s middle rows also helps to ensure a quieter journey, with less activity from passengers and flight attendants. And interestingly, it&#8217;s thought that if you sit on the side of the plane you usually sleep on in bed, you&#8217;re more likely to fall asleep on the flight.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5673\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2016\/02\/Inflight_iStock_BraunS_www.istockphoto-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"How to Fall Asleep on a Plane\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Inflight_iStock_BraunS_www.istockphoto-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Inflight_iStock_BraunS_www.istockphoto-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Inflight_iStock_BraunS_www.istockphoto-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Inflight_iStock_BraunS_www.istockphoto-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Inflight_iStock_BraunS_www.istockphoto-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Inflight_iStock_BraunS_www.istockphoto.jpg 1698w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In addition to getting a quieter spot, go one step further by cutting out all of the noise around you with noise cancelling headphones, such as those by <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sony.co.uk\/electronics\/headband-headphones\/mdr-1rnc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sony<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bose.co.uk\/GB\/en\/home-and-personal-audio\/headphones\/noise-cancelling-headphones\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bose<\/a>. And for even more help, tune into a relaxation programme. Sleep apps such as <a href=\"http:\/\/sleepgenius.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sleep Genius<\/a> incorporate sleep cycles and relaxation programmes to combat insomnia, although as these are designed to help improve sleep over the long term, they do require a little more dedication.<\/p>\n<p>For a quick fix on a long-haul flight try a meditation apps like <a href=\"http:\/\/www.calm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Calm<\/a>, which features ambient soundtracks to help people fall asleep faster as well as for meditation in general. Targeted specifically at inflight passengers, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.air-sleep.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Airsleep<\/a> is an app that uses nature sounds, ambient music, and slow-wave audio to trigger the brain&#8217;s sleep response. The choice of soundtracks includes gentle rain, ocean waves and desert wind.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5674\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2016\/02\/TakeOff_iStock_lopurice_www.istockphoto-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"How to Fall Asleep on a Plane\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/TakeOff_iStock_lopurice_www.istockphoto-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/TakeOff_iStock_lopurice_www.istockphoto-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/TakeOff_iStock_lopurice_www.istockphoto-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/TakeOff_iStock_lopurice_www.istockphoto-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/TakeOff_iStock_lopurice_www.istockphoto-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/TakeOff_iStock_lopurice_www.istockphoto.jpg 1698w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Naturally, it&#8217;s important to be comfortable on the flight, and while this may sometimes seem out of our own control, there are some steps we can all take to make a journey cosier. First consider your clothing. Loose clothes are recommended, preferably in natural fibres, with warm socks, and shoes that are easy to slip on and off; after all, how much sleep are you going to get in boots or high heels. And by going for layers, it&#8217;s far easier to adjust to the cabin&#8217;s changing temperature. Make sure you have a blanket on hand, too; if there isn&#8217;t one by your seat, ask the flight attendant to bring one over.<\/p>\n<p>Variations on the standard neck pillow come in and out of fashion \u2013 the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ostrichpillow.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ostrich Pillow<\/a> and b-tourist Elastic Band Pillow are guaranteed to make a statement \u2013 but one of the most enticing options is the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sleeperscarf.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sleeper Scarf<\/a>; what appears to be a wraparound scarf has an inbuilt inflatable neck pillow.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2016\/02\/Inflight_iStock_Csondy_www.istockphoto-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"How to Fall Asleep on a Plane\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Inflight_iStock_Csondy_www.istockphoto-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Inflight_iStock_Csondy_www.istockphoto-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Inflight_iStock_Csondy_www.istockphoto-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Inflight_iStock_Csondy_www.istockphoto-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Inflight_iStock_Csondy_www.istockphoto-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Inflight_iStock_Csondy_www.istockphoto.jpg 1698w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To maximise your chances of dropping off, try to follow the same sleep routine you have at home. Clean your teeth and perhaps read for a book to get into sleep mode before donning an eye-mask to cut out bright light and putting the seat back. Just as you would at home, avoid drinking caffeine and eating rich food before trying to get to sleep.<\/p>\n<p>Having finally fallen asleep, you don&#8217;t want to be woken by flight attendants passing through, so keep your seatbelt on show above any blankets you&#8217;re using, and let them know if you don&#8217;t want to be woken up for meals.<\/p>\n<p>By following these tips, even the most sleepless of travellers can have a more restful journey, arriving in the destination feeling revived and ready to explore.<\/p>\n<p><em>Image credits: Cover photo \u00a9\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.istockphoto.com\/photo\/sunset-flight-gm173685723-7881344\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iStock \/ Egorych<\/a>. The window seat \u00a9\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.istockphoto.com\/photo\/man-traveling-by-airplane-gm522691287-50905022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iStock \/ BraunS<\/a>. Take-off at sunset \u00a9\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.istockphoto.com\/photo\/taking-off-gm157645617-14223042\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iStock \/ lopurice<\/a>. Getting some sleep inflight \u00a9\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.istockphoto.com\/photo\/young-woman-sleeping-on-the-aircarft-gm517198655-49078164\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iStock \/ Csondy<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you&#8217;re setting out on a journey of a lifetime but only have two weeks to pack it all in, every moment needs to be savoured. So, to keep jetlag to a minimum, it&#8217;s wise to get a little shut-eye on the plane. If you&#8217;re one of the many travellers who struggle to switch off [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":5671,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[4908],"tags":[1731,1766,1767],"class_list":["post-5670","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-travel-tips-news","tag-flight","tag-plane-travel","tag-sleep-jetlag"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.2 (Yoast SEO v27.4) - 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