The 12 Best Travel Pants That Blend Comfort & Style

We all need to look put-together on a journey day, however the concept of sporting denim on a flight sounds downright uncomfortable. That’s the place this 2025 Oprah’s Favorite Things decide is available in. “Hard pants that are actually soft pants? Take a closer look: These are printed to look exactly like jeans, but they’re actually a stretch knit, lined with terry cloth,” Oprah said. Add your favorite knit and comfy sneakers, and you’re set.

These pants offer a tailored fit with plenty of stretch for comfort. The sweat-wicking fabric is cool to the touch and won’t leave you feeling overheated, with a classic straight-leg hem that pairs well with everything from sneakers to flats. Wear them with a sweatshirt or quarter-zip for a more casual travel-day look, or opt for a white tee or cami and a bomber-style jacket for a bit of edge.

We chose these pants as the best wrinkle-free pants in our 2025 Oprah Daily Travel O-Wards. We loved how comfortable and flattering they are, in addition to never wrinkling and maintaining a sleek look while in transit. Wear them with sneakers at the airport, then pair them with heels and a blouse for dinner when you reach your destination.

These stretchy pants are breathable and lightweight, blending comfort and practicality. They have five easily accessible pockets for seamless travel, including one ticket pocket, which will come in handy when going through the various airport lines. With a flat waistband and cuffed hem, they can be dressed up or down. Though they come in a variety of colors, the soft sage hue would look lovely with an ivory sweater.

There’s a lot to love about these pants, like the fact that they come in tall and petite sizing, 12 colors, and are stretchy and buttery soft. Just add a trench and sneakers for a stylish look that you’ll be comfortable in, even if you’re spending many hours in transit.

Another Oprah-approved pick, these joggers are ideal for anyone heading on an active vacation. “I wore these joggers every day hiking in Telluride last summer,” Oprah said. “I 100% live in them and have given sets to friends who say the same.” Wear them whereas touring with a V-neck long-sleeve tee and flats, then swap to sneakers for mountaineering or sightseeing whenever you arrive.

There’s a reason Cozy Earth has made the Favorite Things list seven times. The brand offers supremely comfortable loungewear, and these joggers are no exception. Soft and cozy, yet practical thanks to phone-friendly side pockets, they’re a dream to travel in. Bonus: They can double as workout pants when you reach your destination, so you can save some packing space.

Sweatpants are absolutely acceptable on an airplane when they look this stylish. They’re plenty cozy thanks to a fleecy cotton material and drawstring waist, but look plenty polished when paired with sneakers, a Breton striped tee, and a khaki trench.

These tapered athletic pants offer a stylish silhouette in a stretchy, lightweight fabric that’s comfortable whether you’re moving through an airport or spending hours in the car on a road trip. They feature an elastic waist and front pockets, and would look as great with mules and a sweater as they do with sneakers and a zip-up.

Made from an ultra-light, breathable fabric, these ankle-length pants are stretchy and moisture-wicking, with a tapered leg and pockets. We’d pair them with loafers, a white tee, and an oversized cardigan for when it inevitably gets cold on the plane.