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Fear of flying

If you feel anxious about flying, we’re here to help you find practical support before and during your journey.

Before you fly

Feeling nervous about flying, or even thinking about flying, is something many people experience. Preparing ahead of time can help you feel more confident and give you practical tools to use throughout your journey. 

There are courses, tools and simple steps that may help you prepare before you travel. The support options and tips below can help you choose what might work best for you before you fly, at the airport and on board.

Support that may help

oVRcome

oVRcome is a virtual reality programme that can help you practice common parts of flying before your trip, such as going to the airport, boarding, turbulence and landing.

Flying Without Fear

Flying Without Fear is a course held around New Zealand. It’s designed to help you better understand flying and build confidence before you travel.

Tips for your journey

Small steps before and during your trip may help flying feel more manageable. Use the sections below to choose what could help you prepare, move through the airport and settle in on board.