This may come as a surprise, but the dirtiest spots on an airplane are nowhere near the bathroom.

According toExplore, tray tables harbor nearly 10 times more bacteria than the toilet flush button.

These surfaces may also carry dangerous viruses and antibiotic-resistant germs.

Blankets, pillows, air vents, armrests, and other surfaces are all breeding grounds for germs.

An example is Escherichia coli, a bacterium found on seat pockets and armrests.

The cabin air is pretty clean butcan still wreak havoc on your skin.

As far as restrooms go, they are cleaned but not disinfected between flights.

Use wipes to disinfect the touch screen and clean the tray table before and after eating.