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I was a flight attendant for 2 years. Here are 10 things you should do before every flight.

Arina BloomAug 14, 2022, 17:32 IST

I've been on my fair share of flights.Europa Press News / Contributor / Getty Images

I worked as a flight attendant for 2 years, and I learned some good pre-flying tips.
Wearing comfortable clothes and staying hydrated can help you have a better flying experience.

Wear comfortable clothes.

It's better to feel good than to look good.Maridav/Shutterstock

Compression socks can help a lot during a long flight.

Compression stockings can really help in the air.Adnan Abidi/Reuters

Remove metal accessories and wear simple shoes for security.

There are a few things you can prep to make security easier.AP

I like to moisturize from head to toe before each flight.

I suggest creams instead of face masks.iStock

Put as much as you can in your checked bag so you don't have to carry heavy things around the airport.

Lugging a heavy bag around the airport is annoying.Insider

Always arrive at the airport early.

Crowds can be hard to predict at an airport.Mark Wilson/Getty Images

Eat a filling meal before the flight.

It's always going to be cheaper to eat before getting to the airport.iStock

Drinking water is crucial before the flight.

Most airports have plenty of water fountains to fill up bottles after security.myboys.me/Shutterstock

If you're on a long-haul flight, it's good to stretch right before.

Stretching or exercising before a flight can be beneficial.Crystal Cox/ Insider

Don't forget to put your sunscreen on exposed skin.

If you have the window shade up, sunlight can stream in.Shutterstock/ Matej Kastelic

I used to be the worst packer in the world. These packing cubes have changed everything.