Editor's Choice
Editorial Research · not yet hands-on tested- 10 × 8 × 3.1 in
- 0.55 lb
- Airline fit not yet verified
Best for: Long-haul economy and red-eye flights
$299.99
$399.99 −25%
Travel Gear Lab
Best Airplane Comfort Gear for Long-Haul Flights
Comfort gear either helps you sleep in a 31-inch seat pitch or it is dead weight in your personal item. We test on real overnight flights, not at a desk.
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Best airport & airplane comfort we've tested
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Best Value
Editorial Research · not yet hands-on tested- 10 × 6 × 3 in
- 0.6 lb
- Airline fit not yet verified
Best for: Economy sleepers on overnight flights
$49.99
$64.99 −23%
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Comparison table
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| Product | TRHQ Score | Price | Dimensions | Weight | Airline Fit | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise Cancelling Headphones | 83/100 | $299.99 | 10 × 8 × 3.1 in | 0.55 lb | 24/25 | Long-haul economy and red-eye flights |
| Trtl Travel Neck Pillow | 81/100 | $49.99 | 10 × 6 × 3 in | 0.6 lb | 24/25 | Economy sleepers on overnight flights |
Buying guide
Support the head, not the neck
Classic U-pillows stop your head falling backwards, which is not how people fall asleep upright. Side support prevents the head-drop wake-up.
Noise cancelling is about low frequencies
Cabin drone sits in the low bands. Good ANC removes it; cheap ANC mostly adds hiss.
Airline compatibility
Personal item and carry-on limits vary by carrier and change without notice. Check any bag on this page against your airline before you book.
Open the Airline Bag Size CheckerFrequently asked questions
- Are travel pillows worth it?
- A supportive one is, on any flight over six hours. A generic foam U-pillow usually is not.
- Do noise cancelling headphones work on planes?
- Very well on engine drone, less so on speech and crying infants.