Melatonin and a couple of glasses of red wine first thing when you get on the plane. This has never failed me. If you can be out for at least 9-10 hours, you can pass the rest of the time a couple of movies (or a good book). Drink a lot of water before the flight and when you aren’t asleep.

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Anonymous wrote:Thank you all. 1st world problem I know but i'm terrified.

Terrified of what exactly? Being bored?

Not the Op, but I would be terrified as well. My anxiety would kick in and I would probably have a panic attack.

Anonymous wrote:What are your tips for coping on the longest flight on the planet? DFW to aukland, btw. Ugh. solo - no kids in tow! TIA

Not the longest flight on the planet - I'm taking the longest flight (New York to Singapore) next month, and it's nearly 19 hours long. My brother-in-law sent me this sleep strategy today, courtesy of Chat:

For a JFK to SIN business class flight, a strategy of sleeping 4-5 hours, then staying awake for 6 hours before sleeping for another 8-9 hours is recommended to align with the Singapore time zone for the 5 a.m. arrival, minimizing grogginess and maximizing alertness upon landing. This approach, used by experienced travelers, contrasts with simply sleeping the entire first half of the flight and allows for both rest and a chance to be awake for a mid-flight meal service.

Why This Sleep Strategy Works

Aligning with Destination Time:
The flight arrives in Singapore around 5 a.m. local time. Sleeping too much early in the flight and then waking with little time left can make you feel even more tired and jet-lagged upon arrival.

Avoiding "Second Wind" Sleepiness:
By forcing yourself to stay awake for several hours after the first sleep period, you allow your body to naturally get tired again, leading to a more effective second sleep session.

Maximizing Refreshment:
This strategy ensures you are fully refreshed and alert for your arrival in Singapore, rather than feeling groggy.

Anonymous wrote:i get wasted in the airport lounge beforehand.

sleep & hydrate ON the plane.

That is so unhealthy. OP please don’t do this!

Anonymous wrote:Every expert online says absolutely no alcohol.

Why?

Have flown to Asia lots of times and always have a glass of wine with the main meals, probably 2 over the course of the flight. Feels a little special for what's a boring haul.

Without kids it's really not that bad. Bring a book, good headphones for the seatback entertainment, some movies and music...

Every expert online says absolutely no alcohol.