On the Plane
Use these phrases to communicate with flight attendants and other passengers while boarding and during your flight.
Key Phrases
¿Puede usted decirme dónde está mi asiento, por favor?
Can you tell me where my seat is, please?
💡 Use when boarding the plane to locate your seat
¿Hay espacio para mi maleta en el compartimento?
Is there space for my bag in the compartment?
💡 Ask this if the overhead bins look completely full
¿Me ayuda a poner esta bolsa arriba, por favor?
Can you help me put this bag up, please?
💡 Use to politely ask a flight attendant or passenger for help
¿Tengo que abrochar el cinturón de seguridad ahora?
Do I have to fasten the seatbelt now?
💡 Ask this if you are unsure when to secure your seatbelt
Por favor, ¿me puede traer un vaso de agua?
Please, can you bring me a glass of water?
💡 A useful request if you are feeling thirsty or unwell
Tengo mucho frío y necesito una manta ahora.
I am very cold and I need a blanket now.
💡 Ask this if the cabin temperature is too low for you
¿Quieres cambiar el asiento conmigo en este viaje?
Do you want to switch seats with me on this trip?
💡 Ask a nearby passenger if you want to sit next to a companion
No me siento muy bien durante este vuelo largo.
I do not feel very well during this long flight.
💡 Tell the crew if you are feeling sick or dizzy
Voy a leer las instrucciones de seguridad del avión.
I am going to read the safety instructions of the plane.
💡 A good way to tell others you are looking at the safety card