In cases where your pillow is too big to be stored under your seat, it will need to be stashed in your carry-on bag. If you are taking a full-sized pillow with you and not storing it in your carry-on luggage, it will be treated as an additional carry-on bag.
Should I bring neck pillow on plane?
Technically, yes. A neck pillow is a personal item which must be stowed during takeoff and landing. I think a lot of flight attendants will let you keep your neck pillow out for use during these times. One roller bag for the overhead bin, and one personal item for under the seat.
Do I need a travel pillow for the plane?
Are neck pillows useful for long flights?
On a longer flight, perhaps international, you may intend to sleep on the plane. Since most of us can't afford to fly business class and actually be able to lie down, you need to know the best position for your neck when sleeping. So should you use your neck pillow? The short answer is no.
Should I get a neck pillow for a plane?
Having a travel pillow will help you ease back into the grind. You don't even need to sleep–you can relax better and take some stress off your neck and upper body. It is not an infallible tool, and the sooner you come to terms with the fact that travel pillows were not meant to protect, the better.