I struggle to sleep on planes, but these seasoned travelers say it’s possible. Here’s how

 

Quick picks

So you don't wake up with neck pain: Cabeau Evolution S3 Neck Pillow

Earbuds optimized for sleep: Ozlo Sleepbuds

If the cabin feels like a freezer: Rumpl Travel Puffy Blanket

In-air blackout curtains: Manta Pro Sleep Mask

For peak coziness: Hoka Essential Hoodie

This article is a part of CNN Underscored’s Guide to Sleep, a weeklong focus on everything you need to sleep better. We’ll be featuring new products, tips and exclusive deals all week, so check in every morning to see what’s new.

I never learned how to sleep during a flight. Downing a complimentary beer helps me unwind, but it also makes me dehydrated and woozy. Podcasts about the Roman empire, dry novels and in-flight popcorn flicks are soothing, but even then shut-eye eludes me, so I consulted sleep specialists, travel gear experts and Underscored editors to learn how to sleep on a plane.

The bad news is there’s no magic bullet, especially if you’re stuck between a snorer and a wailing baby. That said, this guide has all the products you’ll need to make air travel comfortable enough that you can sleep (almost) anywhere.