46% of Spaniards claim to have felt annoyed by the behavior of another passenger during a flight, according to a study published by Booking.com.
More than half of those surveyed (55%) believe that some travelers forget that the plane is a shared space and take too many liberties on board. However, almost two-thirds (62%) admit that they behave on the plane the same way they do at home.
The behavior that most respondents criticize is leaning over other passengers to get the perfect photo out the window (46%) and, secondly, bringing food with strong odors or that makes a mess (42%).
The third biggest cause of indignation on a flight is watching videos or listening to music without headphones (41%) and the fourth is taking off shoes during the flight (37%).
Appearing in videos or recordings for social media of other passengers without having given their consent was criticized by 35% of respondents, while doing one's manicure on board (painting, cutting, or filing nails) angers 32% of respondents.
Next, recording content for social media or TikTok during the flight (28%); using dental floss (26%); walking repeatedly down the aisle to meet a daily step or exercise goal (26%); and doing stretches or practicing yoga in the aisle or other cabin areas (21%).
Although 89% believe that passengers should behave the same way they would on any other public transport, one in ten (12%) admits to taking off their shoes and traveling barefoot during the flight.
As a consequence, many Spaniards demand that airlines establish stricter rules for certain behaviors on board. 40% believe that traveling barefoot in the cabin should be prohibited, while half of those surveyed (50%) also ask to ban passengers from watching videos or listening to music without headphones, as well as photographing or recording other travelers without their consent.
And, for the majority of travelers, comfort remains a priority. 73% state that it is the most important aspect during a flight, especially on long-haul routes.
However, when that search for comfort invades the space of others, passengers do not always remain silent. Almost half (46%) say they would politely speak to the person bothering them, while only 14% would choose to endure the situation without saying anything. One in ten (10%) admits they would limit themselves to expressing their disapproval with a look, a huff, or a gesture of annoyance.