How to make flight time fly by

The longest nonstop flight currently operating is from Singapore to New York. It will transport you more than 9,537 miles but will take you a soul-crushing 18 hours and 40 minutes. Considering that 40% of Americans reportedly fear flying, spending this time en route could be many passengers’ worst nightmare.

There are, however, many ways to stay entertained mid-flight. Some require preparation before the flight, while others are simple enough to do onboard. These suggestions can help the...