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10 Ways To Pass Time When You're Stranded In An Airport

No more twiddling your thumbs at the gate!

Alex Dattilo

Jul 31, 2018

Butler University

10 Ways To Pass Time When You're Stranded In An Airport

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Leading up to one of my flights this summer, I experienced an unplanned delay that had me stuck at the airport for an extra three hours. As I sat there, I thought of different ways to keep myself entertained while waiting for my plane to arrive. Next time you experience a painful delay or layover, try one of these tips below to help pass the time!

1. Read

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Reading is an easy and productive way to pass time. If you don't happen to have a book with you, there are bound to be gift shops with decent reads available! Another option is to download a book or audiobook on your tablet or another device.

2. People watch

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The airport is full of different types of people traveling to all sorts of places. There are often the same types of individuals, which makes people watching at an airport so much fun.

3. Watch the planes

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In addition to watching people in an airport, it is also entertaining to watch the planes land and take off!

4. Binge watch

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Grab your device and turn on Netflix, Hulu, or any other streaming service. Time to binge watch the next series you've been dying to start.

5. Eat

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Every airport that I have been to has multiple restaurants and coffee shops near each terminal, so don't be afraid to grab a bite to eat while sitting through a delay or layover.

6. Drink

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Most airports have multiple bars - grab a drink to pass the time!

7. Make a new friend

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While sitting at your gate, start up a conversation with the person next to you. Another great way to pass time!

8. Work

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If you have something to work on for work or for school, take this time to be productive!

9. Walk

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If you don't feel like sitting down, go for a walk! Airports are relatively large, so it could be a good opportunity to get your steps in.

Sleep

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If you are too tired from traveling, take a nap by your gate. Just don't sleep through departure!

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10 Ways To Pass Time When You're Stranded In An Airport

No more twiddling your thumbs at the gate!

In This Article:

1. Read

2. People watch

3. Watch the planes

4. Binge watch

5. Eat

6. Drink

7. Make a new friend

8. Work

9. Walk

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5. I will meet new people.

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