East vs west: the jet lag cheat sheet

Why east is harder, and when light helps.

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One page on why flying east is harder than flying west, what the first evenings and mornings feel like in each direction, when light helps, and how long each direction takes to settle. Every line comes from our guide on east vs west jet lag, where each claim is cited.

What's on it

  • East vs west at a glance: what your clock has to do, and how the first days feel
  • When light helps, and when it pushes you the wrong way
  • How long each direction takes, with a plan and without one

Every line on it comes from our guide, Flying east is harder, and a 24.2-hour body clock is the reason, where each claim is cited and linked.