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Ryanair, easyJet and BA passengers urged to carry out simple hack for extra legroom on flights

Before you jet off on any more holidays this year, it's worth knowing this simple hack that could make you feel a lot more comfortable whilst on a flight.

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The hack should work on all major airlines, including Ryanair and easyJet.(Image: AFP via Getty Images)

Flying isn't everyone's cup of tea, but it definitely helps to know there's an exciting holiday waiting on the other side - or the comforting return home.

Planes can be a stressful environment, and this is especially true if you feel like you don't have enough room. Unless you pay for it, or you're sitting in the emergency exit seats, a roomy seat on a flight is quite rare.

However, if you're going on holiday abroad soon and are dreading the thought of hours stuck in the cabin with nowhere to put your legs, one simple trick could help to make things a lot more comfortable for you - and it's so easy.

The consumer experts at Which? recently shared a helpful Instagram post detailing exactly what flyers need to do to secure that bit of extra legroom - which can truly make all the difference.

They said: "Want more legroom on a flight? Just sit on the right."

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Sitting on the right-hand side of the plane will usually give you the most legroom(Image: Getty Images)

How to get more legroom on a plane

"Take Ryanair for example. Almost all of their planes are Boeing 737s. So choosing seats D, E and F in rows 3-15 will give you the most legroom," they said.

"With easyJet, meanwhile, you should choose seats D, E or F in rows 3-13, if you're flying on their Airbus A321neo. It will give you an extra inch of legroom compared to sitting in rows 6-17 on the left-hand side of the plane"

It's worth noting that while it won't turn economy into a business-class level seat, every centimetre counts - especially if you're tall, or you're travelling on a long-haul flight.

The experts added: "All planes are different, so it's always worth checking before you book."

How to check your plane before a flight

If you want to see which seat is going to be best in terms of legroom before you

Just go to Google Flights, type in your destination and dates, and the aircraft model should appear. You can then use the website AeroLopa to find a map of your plane with all of its dimensions, and get those seats booked up fast.

How to stay comfortable on a flight

As well as booking a seat on the right-hand side, there are several other things you can do to remain comfortable while you fly. Frequent flyers have taken to the Travel page on Reddit to share their best tips with others who may be anxious.

One person wrote: "Take the window seat if you plan to sleep. Take the aisle seat if you want to stretch and walk. The exit seats are always nice, but they cost extra. Watch movies, hydrate and try to avoid alcohol."

Another said: "Dont be afraid to get up from your seat and walk or stand. I find that noise-cancelling headphones are essential, as is a hoodie, neck hollow or a foot rest."

And a third noted: "Compression socks and aisle seat. You can stay hydrated and not have to worry about disturbing the others in your row. Also, go for walks. Don't be annoying to other passengers, but you can got stand for a bit by the bathrooms. 12 hours seems a lot, but you'll be fine as long as you don't focus on that."

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