Originally Posted by
2GoodEngines
I’ve read the posts, I’ve watched the videos, I get it - commuting sucks! BUT......does it always suck? Is there anyone out there willing to share their experience of how it’s really not that bad for them? Sure, commuting half way across the country is probably a never win situation, but what about people who are one non-stop 90 minute flight away from their base? Can it actually be a livable long term arrangement in some cases, or will it always eventually burn you out and make you want quit and become a car salesman? (no offense to car salesmen). It’s obviously not ideal, but for some (i.e. me) it’s the only way they’ll be able to do the 121 thing, because moving may be completely off the table. Just looking for someone to say “it’s a bit of a pain, but it’s not that bad under the right circumstances”. If there’s no one that can say that, I guess my question is answered.
I can say it. Commuting isn't easy, but a good commute isn't hard. The key is to have more than one airline that flies the same route. That generally increases the number of early flights from home and late flights to home, which in turn minimizes the number of nights that you're not home.
On the flip side, a crappy commute can be a QOL killer. Measure carefully.