Flying While Congested Ears Site

: Apply an over-the-counter nasal spray, such as oxymetazoline (Afrin) , about 30–60 minutes before takeoff and again before descent.

: Drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol to keep mucous membranes from drying out in the cabin air. In-Flight: Managing the Descent flying while congested ears

✈️ Takeoff: fine. 🍿 Cruise: fine. 🛬 Descent: SUDDENLY YOUR EARS ARE BEING STABbed BY AN INVISIBLE VELOCIRAPTOR. : Apply an over-the-counter nasal spray, such as

Don’t be me. If you’re stuffed up, here’s what helps: ✅ Nasal spray 1 hour before descent ✅ EarPlanes or filtered earplugs ✅ Chew gum + yawn aggressively ✅ Afrin (use sparingly) 🍿 Cruise: fine

Flying while congested = regret at 30,000 feet. 😷👂💥

Has flying with a cold ever ruined your landing? Tell me I’m not alone. 💀

Save this for your next sick-season flight. Your ears will thank you.