Jet lag is cumulative, and a poor layover in Valencia shows up sectors later. Aircrew Travel plans Valencia around the crew, not the other way round.
Timing light and sleep in Valencia
Getting daylight at the right local time helps shift the body clock after landing at VLC. A dark, cool room does the rest.
Hydration, food and movement
Avoiding heavy late meals and alcohol protects the quality of sleep before the next duty out of VLC.
- Get daylight at the right local time in Valencia
- Keep the room dark, cool and quiet
- Hydrate and keep late meals light
- Use short, strategic naps rather than one long sleep
Frequently asked questions
How do crews beat jet lag on a Valencia layover?
Well-timed daylight, hydration, light meals and strategic naps — helped by a quiet hotel close to VLC.
Does hotel choice affect jet lag recovery in Valencia?
Very much. A short transfer from VLC and a genuinely dark, quiet room give crews more usable recovery time.