Air Travel is a popular and modern means of travel with quite a
number of conveniences and some peculiarities that a good number of
people are unaware of.
Jumia Travel shares 4 surprising tricks you probably didn’t know about flying.
You Can Check-In Online
In
recent times, most airlines will allow you check-in online, 24 hours
before your scheduled flight time. You can use this option to get better
seats because often times the best seats as well as restricted seats
are available during this period.
Consider the Curvature of the Plane
When
choosing seats, there are two tricks to consider that can actually be
very helpful. The first is that seats just before or at the exit rows
may not recline so it’s best to avoid them if you’re one to recline your
seats; and the second is that some seats may have slightly more or less
legroom depending on the curvature of the plane. So, if you value your
legroom, considering the curvature of the plane when choosing a seat
should be top of mind for you.
If You’re a Nervous Flier, Book a Morning Flight
You’re
more likely to experience turbulence on an afternoon or evening flight
than on a morning flight. Morning flights offer a relatively smoother
travel experience because specialists claim that the early hours of the
day are subject to a reduced degree of turbulence, so if you’re a
nervous flier, opting for morning flights might be the best for you.
If You Want Cooler Seats, Seat By the Window
The
temperature outside the cabin can fall to as low as -60 to -65 degrees
Celsius, which generally cools down the plane’s fuselage. This external
cold can really be felt at the window seats, especially when you wear
light clothing. So, the next time you’re going to be seating at a window
seat of a plane, you might want to consider bringing a sweater along or
wearing an extra layer of clothing.
