Before flying, there are a few things you should do to May his trip go well.
We have selected for you the 12 essential things to do before flying .
Use this tip as a checklist and make sure you haven't forgotten any of these 12 tips before leaving for the airport.
If you are traveling outside the European Union, check your passports carefully before purchasing tickets.
Check that your passport has not expired and that it will not be after the return date.
Some countries require several months beyond this date.
If your passport is no longer valid, this will give you time to go to the prefecture to get another one.
If you are traveling within the European Union, check that your identity card is valid. Otherwise, you may be prevented from leaving during customs checks.
Choose your place in advance is free with regular airlines. Don't end up in a place you don't like.
Always choose your seat when buying your plane ticket.
This service called "speedy boarding" can be paid for with low cost companies (€3 per trip with Volotéa, €10 per passenger with Ryanair) or imposed.
In all cases, you are asked to arrive at the airport 2 hours before take-off.
By consulting the weather, you will be able to target the clothes what you need to bring, before packing.
This will allow you to travel lighter.
If you bring carry-on baggage, certain items are prohibited.
Besides dangerous items, make sure you don't put a bottle larger than 100ml in your hand luggage.
Place your liquids in a transparent plastic bag with a maximum volume of 1 liter not exceeding 20x20 cm (freezer bag type).
The most annoying thing would be to have your new perfume confiscated...
Excess baggage can be expensive . This goes up to €10 per extra kilo. It can go up very quickly!
Weigh your suitcase before you leave.
And remove what is not necessary.
You can hang 20 kg with a regular airline and 15 kg with a low cost, inquire with your airline.
Discover our 7 tips for traveling light.
Make sure you meet airline standards and requirements before you fly.
Passengers must respect standard dimensions and not exceed the weight of 10 kg.
The standard size at Air France is 55 cm x 35 cm x 25 cm and at Ryanair and EasyJet 55 cm x 40 cm x 20 cm (ask your company for information).
Please note that the size of your cabin baggage exceeds the maximum baggage size?
The company can check this suitcase in the hold and ask you to pay an additional charge of at least €35.
Discover the list of essentials to bring with you.
Register online and printing your boarding pass in advance has 4 advantages:
• This allows you to confirm that you will be seated on the flight.
• You know the boarding gate in advance because it is written on your ticket.
• You save time because you don't have to go to the ticket office or a terminal to print your ticket. If you're late, it can make a difference.
• You do not risk paying the ticket printing fees that some low cost airlines charge, such as EasyJet or Ryanair, when you print your ticket on site.
Be sure that no one will confuse their suitcase with yours on the conveyor belt.
A small colored ribbon can save you a lot of inconvenience.
Plan a small pocket where to keep passport, boarding pass, suitcase keys, driver's license and any other travel documents.
This will prevent you from misplacing important things.
Discover the little trick to get a free cover instead of buying it.
To get to the airport, you can of course take the RER if you are going to Roissy or Orly.
But this is not necessarily the most economical way.
If you are traveling with family, it is better to book a taxi.
It's the cheapest and safest way to get to your destination on time.
If you are departing from another airport, carpooling is probably the most economical way.
To avoid wasting time during security checks at the airport,here are 3 things to remember:
1. Avoid high boots and shoes. Otherwise you will probably be asked to remove them.
2. Do not wear a belt and prefer jogging bottoms. It will not only be more comfortable on the plane, but it will also allow you to pass the controls more quickly.
3. Bring a pen so you don't waste time at checks on arrival, and fill in the forms quietly.
The longer the flight, the more you will feel the need to clean up .
1. Bring a few changes of clothes that you can change into just before landing.
2. Also plan to wash your face:a mini dry shampoo spray to wash your hair, face wipes, a toothbrush...
3. And plan the essentials in your hand luggage in case your suitcase in the hold is misplaced (which unfortunately happens from time to time)...
