Our family travels a lot. My husband and I have flown all over the world with the boys since they were babies and we love jumping on a plane whenever a travel opportunity arises. We travel so much that flying with the two kids is getting easier and easier and we have found some great ways to keep them happy and entertained while waiting for our plane to board or while flying.

Keep reading for some of our tips to help you entertain your children when flying.

Flying with kids? How to entertain them!

Flying with Kids, How to Entertain Them

Crayola, Color Wonder Mess-Free Colouring Kit: The ideal art activity for on-the-go coloring or anywhere mess can be a concern. We got a kit for each kid and they use it at the airport when we have to wait for boarding and when we are flying.  The kit includes a 12-page Color Wonder activity book, 4 Color Wonder mini markers, and a storage case.

iPad filled with their favourite Netflix series and movies: We download their favourites the night before leaving for them to watch in no WiFi zones like the plane. Netflix members all over the world can now download Netflix series and films to their phones or tablets, at no extra cost. Netflix on the go is perfect for when you are traveling, stuck in an airplane for hours or somewhere with no WiFi available. Want to set it up for an upcoming trip? This post has step by step instructions on how you can start downloading.

Bring Magazines: The boys have a subscription to Chirp Magazine and the Free LEGO Lifestyle Magazine and I usually save and bring copies of both for the boys to read. Interactive magazines with puzzles, crosswords, comics and colouring activities are perfect to keep my eldest entertained for hours.

Lots of snacks: Eating always keeps my boys happy and quiet! I usually pack a small bag with a bunch of small snacks that take a while to eat, think cereal, fishy crackers, nuts, granola bars. I give them the healthy snacks and often pack a lollipop or some small candy in my own bag as a treat to offer when they are getting restless or losing their patience.

Small Toys: A bag of small toys from home can really help keep kids entertained. I often pack a few of their Hot Wheel cars in a bag with some LEGO figures and let their imagination go wild.

Sticker Activity Books: Sticker books are a big hit with toddlers and even older children. They are mess free and are fun and easy for kids to do. We always bring a couple of DK Sticker Books with us when traveling.

Do you also travel with kids often? Do you have any other tips to add? Comment below if you do! Would love to hear your tried-an-true tips!

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