“I’ve never looked back. Better work conditions, more flexibility at long haul and more days off. I work more hours than I did at domestic, but I’m financially better off and feel I actually have more of a routine”

Trying to decide between applying for a position as a long haul or a short haul crew member? Maybe you’re already a regional or domestic flightie and you’re looking to make the move over to the ‘dark side,’ but you’re not sure if it’s really the better option. We’ve previously put for the case for short haul being the best of both worlds but as someone who has worked both, here’s why I feel like a ‘real’ flight attendant working long haul routes, why the job challenges me so much more than short haul, and why international is “first class baby!”