Move Over, Sweatpants—Chic Frequent Flyers Always Wear These Travel Outfits Instead

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This year, I’ve been logging more miles on the airplane than usual, which has caused me to evaluate my airport outfits more closely. I’ve been interested in building out a wardrobe of travel looks so that my outfits are more intentional and elevated, whether it’s to hop on a short domestic trip or a long-haul international flight. I’ve often relied on the comfort of leggings or sweatpants when I’m getting dressed for the airport, but there are some other polished options I feel inspired to swap in.

I did some research to find updated outfit formulas for future travel, including everything from denim looks layered with shirts and jackets to the key way to dress up straight-leg trousers while still retaining maximum comfort for the duration of a flight. Ahead, see inspiration for polished airplane travel outfits and shop each of the looks for your next travel day.

The Relaxed Trousers Look

Airplane outfit

Rib Scoop Neck Cotton Tank

Nordstrom Rib Scoop Neck Cotton Tank

The Favorite Pant Pleated Wide Leg Pants

Favorite Daughter The Favorite Pant Pleated Wide Leg Pants

Aviator Metal Ii 58mm Gradient Pilot Sunglasses

Ray-Ban Aviator Metal Ii 58mm Gradient Pilot Sunglasses

The Quilted Jacket Look

Airplane outfit

Sporty & Rich, H&W Crest Nylon Cropped Quilted Jacket

Sporty & Rich H&W Crest Nylon Cropped Quilted Jacket

Perfect Crewneck T-Shirt

Madewell Perfect Crewneck T-Shirt

501® '90s Straight Leg Jeans

Levi’s 501® ’90s Straight Leg Jeans

Classic Sport Cotton Twill Baseball Cap

Polo Ralph Lauren Classic Sport Cotton Twill Baseball Cap

The Soft Pants Look

Airplane outfit

Helsa, The Full Sweatshirt

Helsa The Full Sweatshirt

Helsa, The Full Sweatpants

Helsa The Full Sweatpants

Oversized Striped Poplin Shirt

ZARA Oversized Striped Poplin Shirt

The Denim Look

Airplane outfit

Oversized Poplin Shirt

ZARA Oversized Poplin Shirt

Zurie Stretch High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans

Citizens of Humanity Zurie Stretch High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans

Flat Side Zip Bootie

TOTEME Flat Side Zip Bootie

The Sneakers Looks

Airplane outfit

Lian Cashmere Crew Sweater

Reformation Lian Cashmere Crew Sweater

Reformation, Mason Pants

Reformation Mason Pants

2750 Cotu Classic Sneakers

Superga 2750 Cotu Classic Sneakers

The Pointed Flats Look

Airplane outfit

Organic Cotton Corduroy Overshirt Jacket

TOTEME Organic Cotton Corduroy Overshirt Jacket

Abigail Ankle Straight Leg Jeans

Khaite Abigail Ankle Straight Leg Jeans

Hinted Pointed Toe Flat

Jeffrey Campbell Hinted Pointed Toe Flat