Tongue Bifurcation & Travel

Hi folks, I know tongue split questions seem to be pretty common but I have an added layer to consider. I am going to be traveling for my tongue split via plane to and from the location of the artist I've chosen.

Is there anything additional I should prepare for regarding traveling? I plan to fly in the night before the procedure, stay the night at a hotel after, and fly back home the next day.

I've seen plenty of advice re: anti-inflammatories, pain killers, and a predominantly liquid based diet for the first few days. Is travel likely to be extra painful? I expect to drive home from the airport, but should I consider getting a ride and trying to sleep through the drive? I remember when I got my nipple piercings, every single bump on the short drive home gave me incredible pain. I fear travel with the tongue split will be similar.