Anyone know how long it will take to get to New York from Chicago? (Or Milwaukee) We are planning to go on vacation to New York, but I am terrified to fly, I have NEVER done it before. I was wondering if anyone knew how long I should make sure I am knocked out for :'(
Barb will know .. she used to fly quite a bit.
I'm in the same boat as you are .. haven't been on a plane since i was 4 yrs old. (flew to Norway)
My parents are retiring in Mexico (last 2 years) and i still haven't seen their place yet. :-\
On a side note, I'm sure there's nothing to worry about. Flying is safer than driving!
Quote from: Mayhem on January 09, 2005, 10:28:52 PM
Barb will know .. she used to fly quite a bit.
I'm in the same boat as you are .. haven't been on a plane since i was 4 yrs old. (flew to Norway)
My parents are retiring in Mexico (last 2 years) and i still haven't seen their place yet. :-\
On a side note, I'm sure there's nothing to worry about. Flying is safer than driving!
I am soooo scared! :'( :-[ I am hoping it isnt a long flight. I am sure Barbara will help. She seems VERY knowledgeable! O0
My cousin is saying it shouldn't take any longer than 1.5 hours .. don't know how accurate that is though.
Quote from: Mayhem on January 09, 2005, 10:33:53 PM
My cousin is saying it shouldn't take any longer than 1.5 hours .. don't know how accurate that is though.
Thank you! Let's hope your cousin is right. Im skeered! :'(
Depending which airport you fly out of Chicago from and to which airport in NY, a direct flight will take between 1:55 to 2:10. Hope this helps. Don't be afraid to fly, it's a breeze.
Helen
Check your airlines website, on most you can check flight times
downunderguy
Quote from: Helen on January 09, 2005, 10:49:21 PM
Depending which airport you fly out of Chicago from and to which airport in NY, a direct flight will take between 1:55 to 2:10. Hope this helps. Don't be afraid to fly, it's a breeze.
Helen
Thanks Helen!! ;) But I am still skeered! :'( :-\
Quote from: downunderguy on January 10, 2005, 01:09:28 AM
Check your airlines website, on most you can check flight times
downunderguy
Thanks, but I am SO new at flights & airports etc, I have no clue where to start, Iwas going to have my sis in law help me book a flight cuz she travels all the time for her job... But THANKS!!!!
Probably about 1 1/2 to 2 hrs. depending on which airport you fly from and which one you fly to.
Quote from: Dream Faerie on January 09, 2005, 10:12:22 PM
Anyone know how long it will take to get to New York from Chicago? (Or Milwaukee) We are planning to go on vacation to New York, but I am terrified to fly, I have NEVER done it before. I was wondering if anyone knew how long I should make sure I am knocked out for :'(
Will the plane be on "Auto Pilot"? :P j/k
Quote from: Brandon493 on January 10, 2005, 02:46:52 AM
Probably about 1 1/2 to 2 hrs. depending on which airport you fly from and which one you fly to.
Thank you! ;D
Will the plane be on "Auto Pilot"? :P j/k
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Dream Faerie,
Flying is a breeze!! It should not take long, maybe about 2 hours depending which airport your flying in and out of, but you will be fine!! I remember the first time I got on a plane, I was so nervous, plus it was my honeymoon, we were flying from Boston to Orlando. My husband made me do a shot before I got on the plane, and I was fine! So if you can do a shot, go for it, if not just think of it like a roller coaster ride ( not sure if DF likes roller coasters? ???) I will be flying to the Domincan Republic next month, so little ansy about that!! Wish you luck!! O0
Dream,
Flying is a hoot. It's a lot of fun. There's nothing to be scared of except groups of young arab men talking in conspiratorial tones pointing at the cockpit door, and I doubt you will encounter any of those.
The length of the flight will depend largely on the speed of the aircraft. Anything flying Chicago-NY is probably big and fast so the 1.5 hr suggestion is likely very accurate. Toronto-NY is an hour, but Toronto-Hartford takes twice as long because the Hartford flight used a much slower prop aircraft.
You can look up flight information on expedia.com or on travelocity.com, and you can shop for flights there too!
Enjoy the trip! Fifteen minutes in Times Square when the theaters let out will forever alter your perception of the world.
take extra money and get the dramamine <slaughtered spelling> wristband or do what i do hit the airport bars for some gool ole ale before takeoff
Thank you for choosing Dragon Airlines final destination Dragons Realm
Quote from: BadgeHelpBob on January 10, 2005, 06:44:14 AM
Dream,
Flying is a hoot. It's a lot of fun. There's nothing to be scared of except groups of young arab men talking in conspiratorial tones pointing at the cockpit door, and I doubt you will encounter any of those.
The length of the flight will depend largely on the speed of the aircraft. Anything flying Chicago-NY is probably big and fast so the 1.5 hr suggestion is likely very accurate. Toronto-NY is an hour, but Toronto-Hartford takes twice as long because the Hartford flight used a much slower prop aircraft.
You can look up flight information on expedia.com or on travelocity.com, and you can shop for flights there too!
Enjoy the trip! Fifteen minutes in Times Square when the theaters let out will forever alter your perception of the world.
Ummm Bob? If there are terrorists on my flight I will come back & haunt pogocheats forum 4ever! You will get "ghost" postings & PM's lol.
I appreciate your kind words in trying to put me at ease about the flight, and for the web info. Let's hope I dont chicken out :'(
Quote from: Butterfly Fairy on January 10, 2005, 06:34:11 AM
Dream Faerie,
Flying is a breeze!! It should not take long, maybe about 2 hours depending which airport your flying in and out of, but you will be fine!! I remember the first time I got on a plane, I was so nervous, plus it was my honeymoon, we were flying from Boston to Orlando. My husband made me do a shot before I got on the plane, and I was fine! So if you can do a shot, go for it, if not just think of it like a roller coaster ride ( not sure if DF likes roller coasters? ???) I will be flying to the Domincan Republic next month, so little ansy about that!! Wish you luck!! O0
Awww Thank you!! But I do not drink. However, I DO like roller coasters AFTER I get off them lol. But my Dr will prescrube something & tell my hubby to give it only if I need it.
When you 1st take off, are you at a 90 Degree angle? Or 45? or what? & will I feel how fast we are going? :( :'(
You won't even notice the time. Unless of course you sit and stare at your watch. ;)
Try drinking some sleepytime tea before takeoff. The stuff can be relaxing. O0
Quote from: Barbara on January 10, 2005, 08:36:23 AM
Kris, I am paid to fly. I love to fly and it is wonderful. I was just telling Bob the other day that there is no greater rush then stepping into a new airport and scanning the crowd, taking in the locals, the scenery and then finding the fun places to be. Step on the plane, check out the cute pilots, snag a seat and crack open a huge Toblerone and enjoy! I am going to make Mayhem fly with me one day. He has no choice.
I love to people watch, but flying? Ima Skeered :-[ :'(
BUT You all are making me feel real comfortable. THANK YOU! Do you think once the plane is in flight, I will enjoy it? Or shall I ask for a plethora of barf bags? :-[
Quote from: Homer on January 10, 2005, 08:38:16 AM
You won't even notice the time. Unless of course you sit and stare at your watch. ;)
Try drinking some sleepytime tea before takeoff. The stuff can be relaxing. O0
Knowing me? I will prolly be the one staring at my watch lol. I guess I will leave my watch at home lolol.
Sleepy time tea doesnt work for me :( Maybe if I mix it with the aroma of lavender?
Dream,
I am actually prone to motion sickness, and I have never barfed on a flight yet. Although, I did barf coming off the tilt-a-whirl once.
I try to get a window seat so that I can see the horizon. It's a little more cramped, but I find that helps with the motion sickness. If you've never felt carsick, you might want to take an aisle seat so you can choose whether to look out. Personally, I think it is a blast to watch the ground recede away from me.
During ascent the plane seems very steep but it is probably only 20 or 25 degrees. Certainly not any more than 45 degrees.
For the most part, the only times you really feel acceleration are during takeoff and landing. Takeoff will gently push you back into your seat. To give you an idea, the passengers only have lap restraints and not shoulder restraints. While you will feel some acceleration during landing, you can still sit up straight on your own power.
On Chicago-NY, I have no doubt the pilot will be able to find smooth air. It's not like crossing the rockies where there might be no altitudes without turbulence. If you have any turbulence it will be for a very short period during ascent and descent.
Enjoy the trip! After you fly once, you will wonder what all the hubbub was about.
Just remeber.. after u take off.. you will hear noises and probably a lil boom.. dont be scared.. its the landing gear going up..
im in chicago.. i fly alot,its a good time.. honestly u have more of a chance of being struck by lighting then have a plane accident.. think of it that way...
I fly from Naples, Italy to Norfolk, Virgina about every 4 months and its a 10 hour flight. Never had any problems I actually like flying you get to relax watch a few movies get feed well and sleep LOL........You will be ok. Just chew some gum for take off and landing so your ears dont pop
Quote from: BadgeHelpBob on January 10, 2005, 01:01:24 PM
Dream,
I am actually prone to motion sickness, and I have never barfed on a flight yet. Although, I did barf coming off the tilt-a-whirl once.
I try to get a window seat so that I can see the horizon. It's a little more cramped, but I find that helps with the motion sickness. If you've never felt carsick, you might want to take an aisle seat so you can choose whether to look out. Personally, I think it is a blast to watch the ground recede away from me.
During ascent the plane seems very steep but it is probably only 20 or 25 degrees. Certainly not any more than 45 degrees.
For the most part, the only times you really feel acceleration are during takeoff and landing. Takeoff will gently push you back into your seat. To give you an idea, the passengers only have lap restraints and not shoulder restraints. While you will feel some acceleration during landing, you can still sit up straight on your own power.
On Chicago-NY, I have no doubt the pilot will be able to find smooth air. It's not like crossing the rockies where there might be no altitudes without turbulence. If you have any turbulence it will be for a very short period during ascent and descent.
Enjoy the trip! After you fly once, you will wonder what all the hubbub was about.
Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!! :)
Quote from: Dannon on January 10, 2005, 02:22:43 PM
Just remeber.. after u take off.. you will hear noises and probably a lil boom.. dont be scared.. its the landing gear going up..
im in chicago.. i fly alot,its a good time.. honestly u have more of a chance of being struck by lighting then have a plane accident.. think of it that way...
But If I am struck by lightning, dont I havea better chance of survival? I mean, its the same of a car accident, they are more likely, but you are also more likely to survive a car accident instead of a plane crash ::)
Quote from: BoredNItaly on January 11, 2005, 03:13:50 AM
I fly from Naples, Italy to Norfolk, Virgina about every 4 months and its a 10 hour flight. Never had any problems I actually like flying you get to relax watch a few movies get feed well and sleep LOL........You will be ok. Just chew some gum for take off and landing so your ears dont pop
Thank you! O0
Quote from: Dream Faerie on January 10, 2005, 05:22:01 AM
Quote from: Brandon493 on January 10, 2005, 02:46:52 AM
Probably about 1 1/2 to 2 hrs. depending on which airport you fly from and which one you fly to.
Thank you! ;D
you're welcome and there is nothing to worry about when flying.O0
DreamFaerie,
You are looking at the statistics in the wrong way. You are more likely to survive a trip from Chicago to NY in a plane than in a car. Period.
In fact, you are more likely to get injured on the trip to the airport than on the flight.
Quote from: BadgeHelpBob on January 11, 2005, 07:37:58 AM
DreamFaerie,
You are looking at the statistics in the wrong way. You are more likely to survive a trip from Chicago to NY in a plane than in a car. Period.
In fact, you are more likely to get injured on the trip to the airport than on the flight.
Thank you! I feel a little better now. I'm still skeered, but feeling better. THANK YOU! O0
I listen to this song everytime i get on a plane, or get ready to skydive... (and im scared of heights...) but here is the first verse...
"Little boy on a big jet plane, taking off in the pouring rain... they are bouncing round like a basketball... he says momma what if we fall... She looks in those big scared eyes... son think of it like a circus ride...next thing you know he's laughing out-loud, asking can we do it again as the wheels touch down... I guess its all how you look at it... you might see more than the side that your seeing... turn it upside down and shake it up a bit... it could be a good thing... its all how you look at it..." That was the song, It's all how you look at it by Tracy Lawrence So, i hope that helps, and another thing, i have seen more accidents on the highway when i sky dive, than the plane has had problems, the skydivers, or the pilot... trust me, you are in good hands when you fly.
I fly a lot and I am more tense about the before and after you fly stuff.Sometimes you spend more time actually getting on and off the plane than you do on the plane.Try to avoid business time flights ie before 9am and after 5pm cos the queues are annoying and can raise frustration levels.( I have never flown in the US though only using aussie experience).Enjoy Dream and take a trashy novel or a gossipy magazine..oh and Give my regards to Broadway O0
Quote from: kazandchip on January 13, 2005, 02:58:57 PM
I fly a lot and I am more tense about the before and after you fly stuff.Sometimes you spend more time actually getting on and off the plane than you do on the plane.Try to avoid business time flights ie before 9am and after 5pm cos the queues are annoying and can raise frustration levels.( I have never flown in the US though only using aussie experience).Enjoy Dream and take a trashy novel or a gossipy magazine..oh and Give my regards to Broadway O0
Thank you!!!! O0
i was on a plane going ca from ny and it was like a 3 hour straight flight. it was like 90 degrees on the plane it was so uncomfortable
I fly quite a lot - much to my discomfort. Chitown to NY should be less than 2.5 hours. NY to LA (both my home towns... lucky me) is a 4.45 flight from ny to la - and then 5 hours la to ny (who knows, I certainly never figured that part out...) If you are taking a pill - take it about 45 minutes before flight time - take half a dose.
I use xanax when I fly - half a blue one and I'm pretty much comotose from NY to LA or Visa versa...
LPW...
ps. I'm new, yadda yadda - nice to be here...
Quote from: LustyPirateWench on January 13, 2005, 05:12:58 PM
I fly quite a lot - much to my discomfort. Chitown to NY should be less than 2.5 hours. NY to LA (both my home towns... lucky me) is a 4.45 flight from ny to la - and then 5 hours la to ny (who knows, I certainly never figured that part out...) If you are taking a pill - take it about 45 minutes before flight time - take half a dose.
I use xanax when I fly - half a blue one and I'm pretty much comotose from NY to LA or Visa versa...
LPW...
ps. I'm new, yadda yadda - nice to be here...
Thank you for the information. Xanax doesnt do anything for me, I am sure my dr will prescribe something else tho. I appreciate ALL the information everyone has given me O0 :-*
my 2 cent's worth about tranqu's and flying...try to avoid as you fall aslleep in cramped space and are at risk of DVT.Virgin Flights do little in chair excercise classes about an hour into the flight.