English Phrases for Feeling Sick on a Plane

Feeling sick on a plane is never fun—but knowing what to say in English can make it easier. This video shows a real conversation between a sick passenger and a helpful flight attendant.

You’ll learn how to ask for medicine, describe how you feel, and request other things like a cold towel. These phrases are perfect for travel situations when you need to communicate clearly but don’t feel your best.

Mia doesn’t feel well and uses gestures to show what she needs. The flight attendant responds kindly, offering medicine and water. Then Mia asks for something cool for her head—and learns the phrase cold towel.

This is a great example of how to use simple English and body language together. Even if you forget a word, you can still be understood.

Watch the video to practice these phrases out loud. Repeat after the characters and imagine you’re on a plane. The more you practice, the more confident you’ll feel during real travel emergencies.

Perfect for beginner and intermediate learners, especially if you plan to fly soon!