Most of us know whether we prefer an aisle or a window when flying, but often leave our seat up to chance to avoid paying additional fees. However, while it’s easy enough to cope with a less than perfect position one flight attendant claims there’s a seat you should always avoid if you want to get some sleep on the plane.
Former flight attendant Jane Hawkes shared her top tips to beat jet lag with the Express and explained why she thinks there’s one spot that’s the worst place to sit on the plane. Being made to sit in it could prevent you from sleeping leading to a rubbish first few days of your holiday.
If you are able to select your seat for free – or you’re willing to shell out a few extra quid – she recommends avoiding the annoying seats which are plagued with extra noise. Apparently, the further back you sit the less sleep you’re likely to get.
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Jane said: "The rear of the plane can be a lot noisier as can any seats around the galley areas." So if you want a quiet seat you should opt for one closer to the front of the plane and away from the galley – that’ the bit the crew serve food and drink from.
The flight attendant added: "Eat light, wear comfortable clothing, take ear plugs and choose your seat carefully on board if you are able to select one."
If you’re looking to avoid excess noise – as well as nasty smells – we’d also recommend sitting away from the lavatories. Queues can form in the aisle and around the doors as people wait to use the facilities and their movement or chatting may disturb you when you’re trying to sleep.
Plus, the sound of the flush and the smell of the loo when the door bashes open could also keep you awake. However, one travel insider actually advises the exact opposite of Jane due to his hatred of people kicking him in the back of his seat while he flies.
John Burfitt says he always chooses the 'worst' seat on a plane when he travels – the window seat at the back by the toilets. After once spending an entire flight being kicked in the back by a passenger, John vowed never repeat the experience.
"In that instant, I decided the back row would be the only place I would sit on a long flight from now on," he wrote. "Sure enough, on my next flight, I booked into the back row of the cabin and, even better, my seat was the one right next to the window. As I nestled into that corner, I discovered what true airline love is about. I had just found the best seat on the plane."
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