Gently wiggle your lower jaw back and forth or open it wide like you’re trying to bite a large apple. 4. Use a Nasal Decongestant Spray
Hold a warm, damp cloth against the ear that feels plugged. The heat helps soothe the area and can thin out any mucus that might be trapping air or fluid in the middle ear. 6. The "EarPopper" or Eustachian Tube Exercise how to unpop your ears after a flight
⚠️ If you have a cold, try a decongestant spray before the flight to prevent this from happening! Gently wiggle your lower jaw back and forth
This is the subtle method—perfect for when you are standing in the baggage claim line. The heat helps soothe the area and can
It’s called "airplane ear," and it happens when there is an imbalance of air pressure on either side of your eardrum. The good news? You usually don’t need a doctor—you just need to help your Eustachian tubes do their job.
Do not blow too hard. Doing so can damage your eardrums. Use steady, gentle pressure. 2. The Toynbee Maneuver