Can we go 10 hours before a flight?

Is 10 hours too long for a flight?

Ten hours. Yeah. Ten hours can feel like a lifetime up there.

It’s just… a lot.

It’s the kind of time you start questioning everything. Everything.

Like, I flew from LA to London once. Seemed okay at first. Headphones on. Movie started.

Then, BAM. Staring at the back of the seat in front of me. Thinking about my aunt, Carol, and how she always made that weird casserole.

It’s the time to really think about past regrets.

• Physical Discomfort:

  • Legs cramping up.
  • The recycled air. Like breathing someone else’s… sadness.
  • My neck hurts so bad.

• Mental Fatigue:

  • Endless movies.
  • Trying to sleep upright. What a joke.
  • Wondering when the next meal comes. Ugh.

• Existential Dread:

  • Seriously, why am I doing this?
  • Is this the right path?
  • What am I even working towards.

Is it too long? Maybe not for everyone.

But for me. Ten hours is… a lot to handle. Especially when Carol’s casserole starts haunting you. It’s rough, really rough.

How many hours before flight can you enter?

It generally opens 2-3 hours before domestic flights. International flights? Expect 3-4 hours beforehand. I always aim for the early side; better to be bored at the gate than miss your plane.

• Domestic: 2-3 hours.
• International: 3-4 hours.

Baggage drop deadlines are a thing. Miss those, and your luggage might take a separate vacation. Wonder if my bag ever dreamt of Tahiti while I was stuck in Cleveland.

How do I prepare for a 10 hour flight?

Ten-hour flight? Plan accordingly.

• Comfort: Loose clothing. My linen pants are ideal. Avoid restrictive fabrics.
• Gear: Noise-cancelling headphones. Essential. Eye mask. My Bose are superb. Neck pillow. Don’t forget a travel-sized toothbrush.
• Sleep: Melatonin helps. Experiment beforehand. Not a guarantee, but worth a shot. Jet lag’s a bitch.
• Entertainment: Downloaded podcasts. New audiobooks. A physical book. Avoid relying solely on in-flight systems—they frequently malfunction. A Kindle is a safer bet.
• Hydration: Water. Lots of it. Avoid alcohol. Dehydration sucks.
• Self-care: Moisturizer. Lip balm. Hand cream. Your skin will thank you.
• Post-flight: Face wipes. Refreshing spritz. Something to make you feel less like a troll.

Pro-tip: Pack a small, lightweight first-aid kit. Band-aids, pain relievers. Better to be prepared. Life’s unpredictable. Especially on a plane.

Philosophical Aside: A ten-hour flight is a microcosm of life. Preparedness is key. Control what you can. Embrace the inevitable boredom. Enjoy the journey. Sometimes, the journey is the destination. Or at least, a significant portion of it. Planes are sometimes just really uncomfortable.

Is 10 hours considered a long flight?

Ten hours… feels like an eternity sometimes. A long flight? Absolutely. My flight to Hong Kong last year? A brutal ten hours. My legs were numb.

It depends, I guess. But for me, anything past eight is pushing it.

Over eight hours? That’s a long flight. I know that for sure. Twelve hours? Forget about it. Ultra-long-haul, they call it. I dread those.

• My flight last year involved multiple movie watches, and several uncomfortable bathroom breaks.
• The turbulence was unsettling. It was relentless, really.
• Jet lag wrecked me for days afterwards. I could barely function.
• Ten hours isn’t just a number, it’s an experience. A draining, tedious ordeal.

Twelve hours+ is a nightmare. Pure misery, honestly. I’ve done it. Once. Never again.

The definition’s subjective, sure. But ten hours is a significant chunk of your life spent cramped, uncomfortable, and probably bored. You’re losing a whole day, basically. It’s a long time to be confined.

How many pilots are on a 10 hour flight?

Three pilots, minimum. For a ten-hour slog across the Atlantic? Think of it as a three-headed eagle, except less majestic and more prone to needing coffee breaks. One’s the captain, naturally. He’s the boss, the big cheese, the top banana. The others? His trusty sidekicks, ready to wrestle the controls should the captain suddenly develop a craving for cheese puffs.

Longer flights? That’s where things get interesting. Think of it as a game of musical chairs, but instead of chairs, it’s pilot seats, and instead of music, it’s exhaustion. A fourth pilot joins the fray, like a knight errant to the rescue.

For flights exceeding 13 hours, my cousin, a seasoned pilot himself (name’s Barry, loves pineapple on pizza, don’t judge), says it’s like a clown car, but with more responsibility. I’m not kidding. It’s a whole crew.

• Three’s a crowd, but four’s a party (of very tired pilots).
• Think of it like a relay race, but with a multi-million dollar airplane.
• Coffee consumption is directly proportional to flight duration. This is a law of aviation, I swear.

Barry tells crazy stories. One time, he said a flock of geese almost took down his plane! Don’t worry, he landed safely. He also once had a passenger bring a pet llama on board. Weird stuff happens at 30,000 feet, apparently. I’m just speculating, but maybe that’s why they need extra pilots.

Do pilots sleep on 10 hour flights?

Pilots do rest. Long flights necessitate it. Designated crew rest areas. Imagine flying for ten hours straight. Impossible. Regulations allow in-flight rest. Crew bunks. Sometimes even small cabins. Depends on the plane. 777s have ’em. My friend Dave, a pilot, told me about it. He flies for United. Different rules for different airlines, of course. These rules are usually made. By aviation authorities. Like the FAA. Think of it as a power nap. Necessary for safety. Essential for alertness. Crucial for landing, right? Landing is the most critical phase. Two sets of pilots on long-haul flights. One rests. The other flies. They swap. Sometimes even three sets. Ultra-long haul. Keeps everyone fresh. Consider the lives in their hands. Heavy responsibility. Pilots, humans too. They need sleep. We all do.

• Regulations dictate rest periods.
• Rest areas vary by aircraft.
• Multiple crews for longer flights.
• Safety and alertness prioritized.
• Think of pilot rest as a necessity, not a luxury.

My neighbor, Sarah, flight attendant. She’s seen it firsthand. Pilots snoozing. It’s normal. Passengers rarely see. Happens behind closed doors. Literally. Locked. For security. Pilots work strange hours. Time zones. Jet lag. Imagine crossing 12 time zones then trying to land. Yikes.

How often should you get up on a 10 hour flight?

Ten hours. Ugh. Long flight. Get up. Every two hours? Makes sense. Blood clots. Bad. Need to walk. Ankle circles. Did those last time. On the flight to Cancun. This year. Two hours. Gotta set a timer. Phone. Stupid airline wifi. Expensive. Should have downloaded shows. Neck pillow essential. Window seat? Aisle better. Bathroom breaks. Don’t want to climb over people. Get up. Stretch. Walk. Important. Flight to Tokyo. Last year? No, 2021. That was twelve hours. Brutal. Leg room. Always an issue. Pregnant lady next to me. That flight. Awkward. Move. Gotta move. Hydrate. Water. No alcohol. Makes you more dehydrated. Airplane air. Dry. Skin. Lotion. Pack that. Carry-on. Over the seat pocket. So cramped. Should do those exercises. The ones the flight attendants show. Nah. Just walk. Up and down the aisle. Like a zombie. Everyone does it.

• Move every 1-2 hours.
• Hydrate regularly.
• Aisle seat best for easy movement.
• Ankle circles and stretches.
• Pack lotion for dry air.