Stuck on a layover? Here are the most sleep-friendly airports in Texas
When it comes to traveling, mishaps and delays happen. There could be a long layover at the airport or some have to wait for a connecting flight.
While waiting, some may prefer to take a nap — and Texas might have some of the best airports to get some sleep.
Most sleep-friendly airports in Texas
According to a CPAP blog, Texas has some of the most sleep-friendly airports in North America. Some of the comfort factors were based on accessibility to massage chairs, lounges, minute suites, benches without armrests, and more.
CPAP ranked 20 of the best airports in North America. Here's where these Texas airports ranked:
No. 4: Dallas/Fort Worth International
No. 16: George Bush Intercontinental
No. 20: Dallas Love Field
Top 20 worst airports to sleep at in the US
Not all airports are built alike, and unfortunately for Texas, not every airport provides the comfort some are looking for.
Some airports don’t provide amenities that allow travelers to kick their feet up. The least sleep-friendly airports across North America are based on a lack of accessibility to massage chairs, lounges, minute suites, benches without armrests, and more.
Here are 20 of the least sleep-friendly airports in North America.
Fort MacKay/Firebag Aerodrom — Alberta, Canada
Bethel Airport — Bethel, Alaska
Meadows Field — Bakersfield, California
Great Falls International — Great Falls, Montana
Tri-Cities — Pasco, Washington
Melbourne Orlando International — Melbourne, Florida
Mahlon Sweet Field — Eugene, Oregon
Westchester County — White Plains, New York
Hermosillo International Airport — Hermosillo, Mexico
Montgomery Regional — Montgomery, Alabama
Cherry Capital — Traverse City, Michigan
Corpus Christi International — Corpus Christi, Texas
Aspen Pitkin County Sardy Field —Aspen, Colorado
Bangor International — Bangor, Maine
South Bend International — South Bend, Indiana
Fort Wayne International — Fort Wayne, Indiana
Rick Husband Amarillo International — Amarillo, Texas
Juneau International — Juneau, Alaska
Billings Logan International — Billings, Montana
Tallahassee International — Tallahassee, Florida
Ways to make airport travel comfortable
Not all airports have the same amenities. Traveling through airports involves lots of walking and sitting in agonizing seats.
Here are some tips to make airport travel more comfortable.
Wear Comfortable Shoes: Choose shoes with good arch support and cushioning. Sneakers or well-cushioned walking shoes are ideal.
Avoid New Shoes: Wear shoes you’ve already broken in to avoid blisters and discomfort.
Foot Massage: Consider getting a foot massage or using a foot roller to relax your feet before your journey.
Stretching: Perform foot and calf stretches to prepare your muscles for walking and standing.
Use Moving Walkways: Take advantage of moving walkways to reduce the amount of walking.
Elevate Your Feet: If possible, elevate your feet while sitting to reduce swelling.
Foot Exercises: Do simple foot exercises like ankle circles and toe raises while seated.
Comfy cushions: Not all seats are built the same. Bring a neck pillow or a lumbar support cushion for help.
This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: Stuck on a layover? Here are the most sleep-friendly Texas airports