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To handle jet lag before an important event, CDC suggests arriving at least how early?

Arrive 2 days early if you can.

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  1. 2 days before ✔
  2. 2 hours before
  3. 10 days before

Why: Your body needs time to adjust to the new clock. Arriving at least 2 days early gives that time. Following local sleep and wake times on arrival also helps.

Huh, didn't know that: Stomach aches can be a jet lag symptom, and CDC says smaller meals just before travel may help.

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Answer: 2 days before. Your body needs time to adjust to the new clock. Arriving at least 2 days early gives that time. Following local sleep and wake times on arrival also helps.

  1. CDC Travelers' Health: Jet Lag wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/jet-lag
    Consider scheduling travel to arrive at your destination at least 2 days before any important events
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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