While being a flight attendant isnt the highest-paying job, youre almost always guaranteed to fly for free. Flight attendants can ride in coach for free or fly with a companion for about 90 percent off plus tax and fees on international flights.

Do flight attendants get free flights if not working?

Most airlines allow flight attendants to fly for free when they are not working with some restrictions. The details can vary depending on the policies of specific airlines, your seniority, and other factors.

Do airport employees fly for free?

Just work for an airline. Most let their employees fly standby free of charge and their competitors staffers for close to free. Children, parents and retirees get some flight perks, too. It just might be the best work privilege of all time.

Do flight attendants come home every night?

Work Environment: Flight attendants have variable work schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, because airlines operate every day and some offer overnight flights. Attendants work in an aircraft and may be away from home several nights per week.

How many hours does a flight attendant work?

Attendants typically fly 75 to 100 hours a month and usually spend another 50 hours a month on the ground, preparing flights, writing reports, and waiting for planes to arrive. They can spend several nights a week away from home. Most work variable schedules. Some flight attendants work part time.