Woman with a carry-on suitcase on airport moving walkway.
Woman with a carry-on suitcase on airport moving walkway.
  • Traveling by plane can be tedious, stressful, and downright annoying. 
  • There are a number of clever items you could add to your carry-on to make your journey smoother.
  • Business Insider's reporters' carry-on essentials could make all the difference on your next flight.

Expecting chaos is almost a given when you choose to fly nowadays.

From overcrowded airports to missing luggage, dealing with stress has become part of the flight experience.