Here’s the thing about your airport carry-on. You would rather not overpack it. You don’t need to think about some things, as you can’t have them and don’t want to hurt yourself carrying them.
So, with all of that in mind, here is our essential carry-on packing guide (with things you are allowed to carry) when you’re preparing to travel.
Essential documents
You will need some things when trying to get through the airport check-in, so remember your travel pass, passport, and any ID requested by your airline. You won’t be able to get on your flight without them!
Medications
If you have anything on your prescription, you need them in your carry-on so you don’t miss a dose. Consider packing additional medications, including those for airsickness and anxiety, in case you experience jitters during air travel.
Entertainment
Air travel is the perfect way to develop a healthier relationship with your phone! Why? Depending on your airline’s rules, you might not be able to use it. Check before flying, but even if some usage is allowed, you would rather not spend the entire flight scrolling through Facebook!
Bring a book or two, a few magazines, or your iPod to listen to some tunes. Especially on a long flight, you want something to distract you, especially if the person sitting next to you refuses to hold a conversation and you have seen the in-flight movie a hundred times before.
Sleep aids
If the person next to you talks to you, you may get tired of their droning. Inform them that you need to go to sleep. Regardless of whether you fall asleep or not, you can still use your eye mask, earplugs, and inflatable pillow to signal to them that their boring conversation needs to end.
We also recommend you bring your headphones. They can also be used for the in-flight movie if you haven’t seen it before.
Drink and food
Aeroplane food is notoriously toxic and expensive, so bring your own. It would be beneficial to stay hydrated during your travels, as air travel can dehydrate you. Especially on a long flight, you may experience food cravings during your journey. Bring a disposable water bottle, fill it up when needed, and stave off hunger with nutritious snacks that stop your energy from flagging.
Spare clothes
After the flight, you might be hot and sweaty and need a quick change of clothes.
And since airlines often lose or misplace luggage, you might need at least one or two extra outfits if you suddenly find yourself with fewer bags than you started with.
I hope this article helped, but if we have forgotten to mention any carry-on essentials, please let us know. Thanks for reading and happy travels!
