Heading off on a trip and don’t know what to wear? Whether you’re venturing to the airport, the train station, or in the car, one thing’s for sure: Comfort is non-negotiable. Sure, trusty leggings and cozy sweats are MVPs, but, sometimes, you want to look a little more “effortless jet-setter” and a little less “just rolled out of bed.” Enter: travel pants. When curating our list of the best travel pants, we held them to sky-high standards: They needed to be versatile enough to wear straight off the plane and into whatever adventure awaits, comfy enough for the bizarre yoga-esque positions you’ll find yourself in while attempting to sleep on a long-haul flight, and stylish enough to pair seamlessly with the rest of your wardrobe (and avoid the dreaded overpacking guilt). Bonus points to pants with practical perks like wrinkle resistance, technical fabrics, and — the holy grail — pockets.Meet our 24 favorite travel pants below. Once you experience the magic of sweat-wicking, breezy, and polished bottoms that don’t scream “athleisure overload,” we promise you’ll never look back.All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission.For more can't-miss shopping stories delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our Most Wanted newsletter.We The Free Park Ave PantsLaid-back and utility-driven, these cargo pants are built for travel days. An elastic waist keeps things comfortable, while roomy pockets stash essentials within reach.We The Free Park Ave Pants, $, available at Free PeopleEloquii Side Stripe Track PantsThese track pants blend comfort with polish, making them perfect for travel days. The rich burgundy hue elevates the sporty silhouette, while the wrinkle-resistant ponte fabric and wide-leg fit keep things easy from takeoff to touchdown.Eloquii Side Stripe Track Pants, $, available at NordstromMango Wide Leg Knit PantsPolished but low effort — these refined knit pants bring stretch comfort with a sophisticated drape. The wide-leg silhouette and elastic waist make them a first-class choice for travel days.Mango Wide Leg Knit Pants, $, available at NordstromThe Group Haven PantThese high-rise pull-on pants keep you cool and comfortable on the move. The sweat-wicking fabric feels sleek, while the relaxed wide-leg fit makes long hours easier.The Group Haven Pant, $, available at AritziaMadewell Satin Pull-On Straight PantsHop aboard the satin pant trend in transit — nothing looks more luxe (without the fuss or discomfort).Madewell Pull-On Straight Pants in Stretch Satin, $, available at MadewellAlex Mill Riley PantTravel days call for pants that feel like pajamas but look pulled together. Made from ultra-soft lyocell, this drapey pair keeps things breezy, comfy, and effortlessly polished.Alex Mill Riley Pant in Drapey Twill, $, available at Alex MillPilcro The Izzie Relaxed Pull-On Barrel PantsBring the barrel-leg trend to travel days with these jacquard pull-on pants. A gently tapered fit, lightweight twill, and rave reviews ensure a comfort-plus feel through every leg of the journey. Pilcro The Izzie Relaxed Pull-On Barrel Pants, $, available at AnthropologieSpiritual Gangster Victoria Rib Pants These ribbed flares nail two trends in one — a textured knit and a subtly flared leg. Soft, stretchy, and kissed with wool, they’re the perfect blend of style and warmth for chilly plane cabins.Spiritual Gangster Victoria Rib Pants, $, available at NordstromReformation Julien Poplin PantNot your average track pant — these polished wide-leg trousers bring a sleek upgrade to sporty style. With a relaxed fit and an adjustable waist, they’re equal parts comfort and cool for travel days and beyond.Reformation Julien Poplin Pant, $, available at ReformationSPANX AirEssentials Brushed Straight Leg PantComfort meets polish: These straight-leg pants have a silky-soft feel, four-way stretch, and pintuck details for a more refined travel look — perfect for long-haul flights, road trips, and beyond. SPANX SPANX® AirEssentials Brushed Straight Leg Pant, $, available at SPANXDôen Hilaire PantThese vintage-inspired palazzo pants offer retro charm with ease. The horn button detail at the high waistband adds to their timeless character.Dôen Hilaire Pant, $, available at DôenQuince Ultra-Stretch Ponte Bootcut PantQuince has done it again — first with its washable silk, now with its ultimate travel pant, combining the sleek silhouette of dress trousers with the comfort of your favorite yoga bottoms. The pull-on style and four-way stretch make it as functional as it is stylish — perfect for running, squatting, mid-flight naps, or anything else your day throws at you. Honestly, we wouldn’t blame you for wearing it to work, too. It also comes in four different inseam lengths. Quince Ultra-Stretch Ponte Bootcut Pants, $, available at QuincePaige Reid Ankle Straight Leg Jogger PantsWhen you want comfort without the athleisure look, these soft yet structured pants
Heading off on a trip and don’t know what to wear? Whether you’re venturing to the airport, the train station, or in the car, one thing’s for sure: Comfort is non-negotiable. Sure, trusty leggings and cozy sweats are MVPs, but, sometimes, you want to look a little more “effortless jet-setter” and a little less “just rolled out of bed.” Enter: travel pants.
When curating our list of the best travel pants, we held them to sky-high standards: They needed to be versatile enough to wear straight off the plane and into whatever adventure awaits, comfy enough for the bizarre yoga-esque positions you’ll find yourself in while attempting to sleep on a long-haul flight, and stylish enough to pair seamlessly with the rest of your wardrobe (and avoid the dreaded overpacking guilt). Bonus points to pants with practical perks like wrinkle resistance, technical fabrics, and — the holy grail — pockets.
Meet our 24 favorite travel pants below. Once you experience the magic of sweat-wicking, breezy, and polished bottoms that don’t scream “athleisure overload,” we promise you’ll never look back.
All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission.
Laid-back and utility-driven, these cargo pants are built for travel days. An elastic waist keeps things comfortable, while roomy pockets stash essentials within reach.
We The Free Park Ave Pants, $, available at Free People
Eloquii Side Stripe Track Pants
These track pants blend comfort with polish, making them perfect for travel days. The rich burgundy hue elevates the sporty silhouette, while the wrinkle-resistant ponte fabric and wide-leg fit keep things easy from takeoff to touchdown.
Eloquii Side Stripe Track Pants, $, available at Nordstrom
Mango Wide Leg Knit Pants
Polished but low effort — these refined knit pants bring stretch comfort with a sophisticated drape. The wide-leg silhouette and elastic waist make them a first-class choice for travel days.
Mango Wide Leg Knit Pants, $, available at Nordstrom
The Group Haven Pant
These high-rise pull-on pants keep you cool and comfortable on the move. The sweat-wicking fabric feels sleek, while the relaxed wide-leg fit makes long hours easier.
Hop aboard the satin pant trend in transit — nothing looks more luxe (without the fuss or discomfort).
Madewell Pull-On Straight Pants in Stretch Satin, $, available at Madewell
Alex Mill Riley Pant
Travel days call for pants that feel like pajamas but look pulled together. Made from ultra-soft lyocell, this drapey pair keeps things breezy, comfy, and effortlessly polished.
Alex Mill Riley Pant in Drapey Twill, $, available at Alex Mill
Pilcro The Izzie Relaxed Pull-On Barrel Pants
Bring the barrel-leg trend to travel days with these jacquard pull-on pants. A gently tapered fit, lightweight twill, and rave reviews ensure a comfort-plus feel through every leg of the journey.
Pilcro The Izzie Relaxed Pull-On Barrel Pants, $, available at Anthropologie
Spiritual Gangster Victoria Rib Pants
These ribbed flares nail two trends in one — a textured knit and a subtly flared leg. Soft, stretchy, and kissed with wool, they’re the perfect blend of style and warmth for chilly plane cabins.
Spiritual Gangster Victoria Rib Pants, $, available at Nordstrom
Reformation Julien Poplin Pant
Not your average track pant — these polished wide-leg trousers bring a sleek upgrade to sporty style. With a relaxed fit and an adjustable waist, they’re equal parts comfort and cool for travel days and beyond.
Reformation Julien Poplin Pant, $, available at Reformation
SPANX AirEssentials Brushed Straight Leg Pant
Comfort meets polish: These straight-leg pants have a silky-soft feel, four-way stretch, and pintuck details for a more refined travel look — perfect for long-haul flights, road trips, and beyond.
SPANX SPANX® AirEssentials Brushed Straight Leg Pant, $, available at SPANX
Dôen Hilaire Pant
These vintage-inspired palazzo pants offer retro charm with ease. The horn button detail at the high waistband adds to their timeless character.
Quince has done it again — first with its washable silk, now with its ultimate travel pant, combining the sleek silhouette of dress trousers with the comfort of your favorite yoga bottoms. The pull-on style and four-way stretch make it as functional as it is stylish — perfect for running, squatting, mid-flight naps, or anything else your day throws at you. Honestly, we wouldn’t blame you for wearing it to work, too. It also comes in four different inseam lengths.
Quince Ultra-Stretch Ponte Bootcut Pants, $, available at Quince
Paige Reid Ankle Straight Leg Jogger Pants
When you want comfort without the athleisure look, these soft yet structured pants are it. Made from a breathable lyocell blend, they bring a relaxed yet utilitarian feel with darted knees and adjustable cuffs.
PAIGE Reid Ankle Straight Leg Jogger Pants, $, available at Nordstrom
Abercrombie & Fitch Menswear Pull-On Pant
The look of trousers with the ease of a drawstring? That’s the kind of duality we love — perfect for channeling the polished vibe of travel’s golden era on your next work trip or adventure.
Abercrombie & Fitch Menswear Pull-On Pant, $, available at Abercrombie & Fitch
Nike Sportswear Phoenix High Waist Wide Leg Sweatpants
Certain travel days absolutely call for wide-leg sweats — so why not go for them in bubblegum pink? Totally Glinda-approved.
Nike Sportswear Phoenix High Waist Wide Leg Sweatpants, $, available at Nordstrom
rag & bone Miramar Terry Wide-Leg Pant
Hear us out — jeans, yes, but not really jeans. These super-soft, denim-lookalike wonders come highly recommended by stylish women for comfort-first moments, from marathon travel days to pregnancy. A must-try for their exceptional softness.
rag & bone Miramar Terry Wide-Leg Pant, $, available at rag & bone
Petal & Pup Lowell Stripe Wide Leg Rib Pants
Love a matching set for travel days? This striped wide-leg pant pairs perfectly with the coordinating sweater for an effortless, put-together look.
Petal and Pup Lowell Stripe Wide Leg Rib Pants, $, available at Nordstom
Daily Practice by Anthropologie Ankle Pants
The iconic swish of ’90s-inspired parachute pants is like an audible time machine, triggering nostalgic vibes we’re fully into for travel days.
Daily Practice by Anthropologie Daily Practice by Anthropologie Ankle Pants, $, available at Anthropologie
Everlane The Dream Pant
Wrinkle-resistant and business-ready (thanks to the pintuck detailing), these cotton-blend pants rival the comfort of your favorite sweats.
Everlane The Dream Pant®, $, available at Everlane
Lululemon Dance Studio Relaxed-Fit Mid-Rise Cargo Pant
Pockets make the difference between good travel pants and great ones — and this mid-rise cargo style from Lululemon ticks all the right boxes, blending all-day function with effortless style.
Lululemon Dance Studio Relaxed-Fit Mid-Rise Cargo Pant, $, available at Lululemon
Athleta Brooklyn Mid-Rise Ankle Pant
Side-panel pants with a professional punch? Count us in. They bring ventilation and a subtle textural twist to your look, and they're available in regular, tall, and petite lengths.
Athleta Brooklyn Mid-Rise Ankle Pant, $, available at Athleta
Vuori Halo Essential Wideleg
Do you dream of Vuori’s DreamKnit? Same. These ultra-soft wide-leg pants deliver that signature feel — with a mid-rise fit, drawcord waist, and front slash pockets — perfect for travel days or laid-back lounging.
Vuori Halo Essential Wideleg, $, available at Vuori
OFFLINE By Aerie Real Me Xtra Trouser
Meet the Aerie Xtra Trouser: buttery-soft with a super-wide waistband that hugs comfortably and a wide leg to balance a fitted top. Pair it with an oversized shirt or classic sweater for a non-try-hard, put-together vibe.
OFFLINE by Aerie Real Me Xtra Trouser, $, available at Aerie
J.Crew Factory Kelsey Flare Pant
Unburdened by legit work pants on a plane? Say hello to these cute kick-flares crafted from a so-soft cotton blend — equally smart with a blazer and loafers as they are with a crewneck sweatshirt and sneakers. Available in classic, petite, and tall lengths.
J.Crew Factory J.Crew Factory Kelsey Flare Pant, $, available at J.Crew Factory
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