Originally Posted by
chollie
+1000 to noise-cancelling headphones or sound-isolating earphones.
I've even taken to wearing the eyeshade (depending on where I'm sitting). I didn't think it would make a difference, but it does.
Slightly OT: ever see someone put the blanket over their head while sleeping during a flight? I don't think I could do that.
Not a blanket but my own shawl or pashmina

I get very dry on flights which is aleviated somewhat by covering my nose/mouth. I guess it increases humidity. Yes, I realise it probably looks stupid, but I'm probably not seeing any of you again so I couldn't care less. It's also another good reason for me to be sitting in a window seat, I feel more hidden.