Advice on dealing with the jetlag ?

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[Harlequin]

What seemed most effective for me was just toughing out the first day, and then going to sleep at what would be considered a normal time wherever I am. I'll be super tired for that first day, but I tend to bounce back pretty quickly on the second day.

[MissingMyDutchLove]

I agree with Harlequin. Last time I went to Europe, I managed to make it a solid 24 hours with only a small nap once I arrived in the country. From that point on, I really didn't have jet lag. I never had problems sleeping like most people do, I just had problems waking up! A few friends and family came to visit me and they did the same. Many of them still had jet lag but were functional during the time regardless. It sounds like you're doing a lot to combat it already! Be prepared to take melatonin for the week in order to help you sleep, but I would say that ensuring a good night sleep every night is the best way to kick it!

[S41r4]

I used to fly Detroit to London often and there were two direct flights.
One leaving at 6.30pm and arriving around 6.30am. And then a later one leaving at 10.30pm and arriving 10.30am.

Twice me and my SO took the earlier flight and we struggled hard. But if we took the later one then we almost forced ourselves to sleep on the plane.
That's my advice to you- sleep on the plane. Ignore the movies, the food and your neighbours, just try to sleep.

I hope that helps