I've spent 190 hours on long-haul flights. I have 11 rules for surviving 6-plus hours stuck in economy.

Business Insider | 18-09-2026 03:51am |

A travel reporter who has spent 190 hours on long-haul flights shares 11 rules for surviving six-plus hours in economy. She advises booking an aisle seat, not relying on the airline for food or entertainment, and bringing essentials. Her experience includes repeated 24-hour journeys between New York City and Guam, involving multiple flights and layovers. The tips are aimed at passengers who frequently fly economy on long routes.

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