Originally Posted by
FlyPurdue
I have been an early riser my whole life, but have started doing more red eyes (I try to bid around them, but not always possible), and have not yet been successful in napping before the flight. I tried sleeping very late on the first one, and then was not remotely tired until van time, the second one I woke up early but still was not able to nap, and was more tired at van time. I was still FFD for all these flights.
Any suggestions on red eyes or napping would be helpful, thanks!
Before I do a red-eye I stop somewhere at the airport and grab a big cup of coffee.
as far as a nap. Try taking a melatonin or something strong before you nap but make sure it has worn off well before your flight.