Here Are 8 Stress-Free Essentials I'm Taking on My First International Flight in 6 Years, Starting at Just $4

Photo: Travel & Leisure / Francesca Fasciglione

At the end of this month, I’m heading to Europe for the first time in over six years. Since my last trip abroad, I’ve faced some travel challenges, like having my luggage stolen, forgetting the right headphones for in-flight entertainment, and my phone dying mid-air — I won't be repeating those mistakes.

I’m preparing for my overseas flight by shopping for essentials at Walmart. Keep scrolling to discover my eight must-have items, which include skincare products, tech gadgets, and sleep aids from Patchology, Apple, Neutrogena, and more. Prices start at only $4.

Editor-Recommended In-Flight Essentials for Overseas Travel

Patchology Serve Chilled On Ice Firming Eye Gels, $4
Xuduo Portable Power Bank Charger, $19
Apple AirTag, $24 (was $29)
Twelve South AirFly SE Wireless Adapter, $35
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Clear Lip Mask, $11
Piyu Travel Neck Pillow, $11 (was $22)
Perilogics Universal Airplane In-Flight Phone Mount, $13
Jademall Travel Blanket, $20 (was $24)

Patchology Serve Chilled On Ice Firming Eye Gels

Amazon

$4 at Walmart

Like many travelers, my skin tends to become very dry during flights, so I’m bringing along Patchology’s Serve Chilled On Ice Firming Eye Gels for a much-needed refresh. As soon as I touch down in Italy, I’ll dive straight into sightseeing, so I plan to use these eye gels before landing to ensure I look and feel rejuvenated. They’re packed with firming ingredients like peptides, cloudberry oil, and a plant-based alternative to retinol to help reduce fine lines and dark circles.

Xuduo Portable Power Bank Charger

Amazon

$19 at Walmart

There’s nothing worse than losing access to your entertainment (yes, I’m talking about you, smartphone) during a flight. To avoid any outlet shortages near my seat, I’m bringing this fully-charged portable power bank to enjoy music throughout the journey. It comes with built-in charging cables, so I won’t need to pack any extras. With five outputs, I can charge multiple devices simultaneously. Plus, it’ll be handy during my trip for quick recharges of my phone or camera while I explore.

Apple AirTag

Amazon

$29 $24 at Walmart

A few years back, my suitcase was stolen right from the luggage carousel. Since that incident, I never travel without an AirTag in every bag, including my carry-on and personal items. I'm picking up a few while they're discounted (and encouraging my family to do the same) to monitor all my belongings during the flight. I'll also keep one in my everyday crossbody. They feature a one-tap setup on your iPhone and connect to the 'Find My' app for easy tracking. Plus, they're both dustproof and water-resistant.

Twelve South AirFly SE Wireless Adapter

Amazon

$35 at Walmart

The sound quality of my favorite wireless AirPods is incredible, and the Twelve South AirFly Adapter allows me to connect my headphones to the in-flight entertainment system. I'll never fly again without this brilliant gadget, which easily plugs into the headphone jack and boasts up to 20 hours of battery life. On a flight longer than seven hours, I definitely want to avoid the frustration of hearing my movie through the annoying crackling of the airline's provided corded headphones.

Keep reading for more in-flight essentials from Walmart that I’m bringing for my trip to Italy.