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Cabin Humidity and Dehydration
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At EL AL we are concerned about your comfort and safety. We hope that you find the following information about inflight health issues useful. At times, flying requires you to sit for long periods of time without any physical activity. The compressed air in the passenger cabin may also be low in humidity. Unlike other forms of transportation, flying entails high speed movement that crosses many time zones, upsetting the body's biological clock. Although these factors do not constitute a health or safety threat to most passengers, we have included a number of guidelines for you to follow that may contribute to your comfort during and after the flight.
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Humidity in the passenger cabin is maintained at less than 25% because of the low humidity in the outside air supplied to the cabin. Low humidity may cause dryness of the nose, throat and eyes, and may also irritate the eyes of those wearing contact lenses.
Therefore we recommend:
- Drink water and juices frequently during the flight.
- Limit consumption of coffee, tea and alcohol. These drinks are diuretic, causing fluid loss and increasing body dehydration.
- Contact lens wearers – if your eyes feel irritated, remove your lenses and wear glasses.
- Use products to moisturize and freshen your skin.
Please note that the information provided here is general and is not intended to replace consultation with a certified doctor.
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