Every time I leave for a trip I always get in the car thinking I forgot something for my plane bag. I pack ahead of time to help ensure that I am not missing anything but always end up missing the one thing I needed on that flight. Over all the years of flying places I have made so many lists for what to put in my plane bag and I have officially created the ultimate plane bag essentials list that has everything I need.
Because every flying experience is different I always pre-plan for my flight. I need to know how long the flight is, what types of charging options they have on board, what books I plan to start/finish, and what shows or movies I want to download. Since every flight is different, as is every plane, I always double check everything to make sure I have the right technology that will connect to the devices I need. I also make sure to know if the plane offers wifi in case I forget to download anything for the flight.
The following is a list I have created for must-haves on a flight, which has truly helped me when I am packing for trips and need to double check that I have everything.
- Wallet
- Passport holder
- Gum/Mints
- Snacks/Candies
- Reusable Water-bottle
- Lip Balm
- Hand Sanitizer
- Moisturiser
- Pens
- Sunglasses
- Books/Magazines
- Headphones
- Device to download movies/shows
- Chargers (or portable chargers)
- Any needed medication
- Travel First-aid kit
- Eyeglasses
- Pillow/Blanket/Eyemask
- Fuzzy Socks
- Warm clothes
- And obviously a plane bag for everything
All of these plane bag essentials for a flight are items that I have needed at the most random times, never used but are always good to have, or things I have used on every flight. I always hated flying and thinking I forgot something so I make sure to double check my list every time I fly. Hopefully my ultimate must-haves will ensure that you don’t forget anything yourself!
