15 Best Travel Products to Combat Flight Anxiety

For travelers with a fear of flying, getting to a destination can be the most nerve-wracking part of any trip, so I’ve come up with a list of my favorite products to combat flight anxiety. While none of these items can beat flight phobia or fear of a plane crash altogether, they can certainly help with any flying phobia a person may have. Deep breathing can only take you so far unless you want to avoid flying at all costs.

Rather than fight or flight, I’m here to talk about fighting flight anxiety by bringing some of these things along to make the journey more comfortable. If your flying anxiety is particularly bothersome to you, find support by letting the flight attendants know while boarding and they will do their best to help relieve your anxieties. By planning ahead, you can be ready to keep control of your phobia before the fear sets in. Nervous fliers, read on, for some of our favorite anxiety-fighting products to beat flight anxiety and panic attacks in the air.

Editor’s Tip: As an anxious flyer myself, I’ve often found that If I ask to pre-board most gate agents will accommodate. Getting settled into my seat before the jet bridge and aisles get crowded has been really helpful in keeping my anxiety to a minimum.

Essential Products to Beat Flight Anxiety

1. Stress Relief Gummies

One of the best ways to remain calm ahead of flying or any time you anticipate anxiety, stress relief gummies can make a world of difference for your fear of flying and your mental health. That’s especially true during turbulence when you may experience panic.

Unlike an anti-anxiety medication, these gummies can help you relax without relying on medication or prescriptions from a doctor. They are also travel-friendly since they don’t contain any controlled substances.

OLLY makes some very popular stress relief products as well as other gummies that can help you sleep while flying. Their Goodbye Stress gummies contain L-Theanine and Lemon Balm which can help relieve anxiety and reduce panic attack feelings whereas other calming gummies include Ashwagandha which also reduces feelings of anxiety.

A few years ago, I was rushing to BWI for a 4 a.m. flight when I realized that I forgot my prescription anti-anxiety medication. I had never flown without it, but I was two hours from home and I wouldn’t be able to turn around. The panic was setting in, but when I got the airport I picked up a small travel pack of these OLLY…