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10 Best Inflatable Travel Pillows


Caroline Morse Teel
Caroline Morse Teel
inflatable travel pillow

    The best inflatable travel pillows allow you to fall asleep even in a packed economy section. If you've tried basic U-shaped inflatable travel pillows with no success, you'll want to read about these revolutionary options that actually prevent the dreaded head-bob.

  • Inflatable Travel Pillows to Get the Best in-Flight Sleep

  • These pillows all have unique features that address the most challenging upright-sleeping problems.

  • Eagle Creek Exhale Neck Pillow

  • Eagle Creek Exhale Neck Pillow

    It's amazing that a tiny little buckle can make such a big difference in comfort—Eagle Creek's Exhale Neck Pillow takes the standard U-shape neck pillow and adds a small clip in the front that draws the two front ends together, thus eliminating that awkward empty spot that allows your head to fall forward and wake you up. It's pretty genius.

  • Travelrest Pillow

  • Travelrest Pillow

    If you're a side sleeper, the Travelrest is the best inflatable travel pillow for you. This unique design looks like a cushioned seatbelt—it can be attached to the side of your airplane seatrest, headrest of a car, or just worn across your body. Even though the pillow is large, it inflates quickly and deflates into a small package that's easy to pack.

  • Xflyee Inflatable Travel Pillow

  • Xflyee Inflatable Travel Pillow

    Xflyee's Inflatable Travel Pillow is designed to provide neck support and is easy to store when not in use. The pillow is also slip resistant, so you don't have to worry about your head sliding around in the event of turbulence.

  • TETON Sports ComfortLite Self-Inflating Pillow

  • TETON Sports ComfortLite Self-Inflating Pillow

    Don't love blowing up your inflatable pillow on a crowded plane? TETON Sports Self-Inflating Pillow fills with air with just a quick twist of the side vent. It has two sides—a grey, non-slip side to keep your pillow in place while you sleep and a soft, orange microfiber side for maximum comfort.

  • HOMCA Travel Pillow

  • HOMCA Travel Pillow

    If you just want to put your head down and go to sleep, the HOMCA Travel Pillow actually allows you to do that (assuming the person in front of you hasn't reclined all the way back). It inflates to a height of 21 inches, so you can rest your head face-down. There's a face cradle in the top (like a massage table) that allows you to breathe, and arm holes in the side, so you can hug the pillow to keep it in place.

  • AirComfy Inflatable Travel Pillow

  • AirComfy Inflatable Travel Pillow

    This insanely comfortable pillow from AirComfy has a removable micro-velvet case for easy washing and comes with a handy carrying case for easy packing. This product also features a built-in air pump, so you can inflate it without having to blow into a tube.

  • Maliton Inflatable Foot Rest Pillow

  • Maliton Inflatable Foot Rest Pillow

    So far we've covered the best inflatable neck pillows, but we'd be remiss not to mention this inflatable foot rest from Maliton. This pillow's height can be adjusted to fit any body type and is designed to align with the dimensions of an airplane seat.

  • Hoodie Pillow

  • The Hoodie Pillow in grey

    The Hoodie Pillow feels like sleeping in your favorite sweatshirt—if your favorite sweatshirt offered an eyeshade and neck support. A cozy hood with adjustable drawstrings can be pulled over your eyes to block out light and keep your head warm (and also separate you from a less-than-clean plane or train seat), while the attached inflatable pillow supports your head.

  • Trekology Inflatable Camping Pillow

  • Trekology Inflatable Camping Pillow

    Looking for the best inflatable travel pillows for camping? This one from Trekology is ultra-lightweight (just 3.1 ounces) and folds up to be smaller than a soda can, so you will barely notice it in your pack. It inflates quickly to be a full-size pillow, and is ergonomically designed to cradle your head while you sleep.

  • Klymit Pillow X

  • Klymit Pillow X Inflatable Camping & Travel Pillow in red

    Upgrade your airplane seat with the Klymit Pillow X, which makes for a much more comfortable seat cushion. The Klymit's x-pattern also makes it a great camping pillow, as it centers your head and will prevent neck pain.

    Caroline Morse Teel can't sleep on a plane without one of these inflatable travel pillows. Follow Caroline on Instagram @TravelWithCaroline for style and travel photos.

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