27 Target Products That Will Get So Many Admiring Looks On Your Next Flight
When you have the right travel gear, a long flight is just an excuse to watch a few movies and take a nap.
1. A travel neck pillow — classic! Rest your head, take a little nap, and when you wake up you'll be in [insert your dream destination here].
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Promising review:"I chose the lilac color. Took a little getting used to this pillow as it is my first, but I will never travel without it again. Love the texture of the beads filling. It made traveling comfortable. Arrived quickly and simply packaged." — Ain
2. A Frenshe by Ashley Tisdale cashmere vanilla-scented body serum stick infused with magnesium and squalane to add a healthy dose of moisture to any patches that start to feel a little dry or itchy in midair. Love some good mid-flight self-care, and if Sharpay from High School Musical makes it, consider it in my bag already.
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3. A pair of ultra-soft high-rise leggings so you can twist, turn, and cross your legs with ease and without a waistband digging into your belly. Ouch!
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Promising review: 'Literally the best leggings I've purchased. I bought the black and the brown! I am so happy I did. I've never felt so comfortable and confident. Please make more colors!' — Tab Pannell
4. A pair of compression socks to keep swelling at bay, a huge setback and discomfort during long-haul flights. Now when you land you can immediately run right to the street, yell "Taxi!," and be whisked right to the city, head sticking out of the window grinning. That's how things still work, right?
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5. An AirFly adapter so you can connect your Bluetooth headphones *right* to the in-flight entertainment for the highest quality sound without a wire in sight. Your fiftieth viewing of Paddington 2 is gonna be your best yet.
6. Some classic Apple EarPods that are minuscule to store when you're not using them, don't require charging, and don't break the bank. I'm a believer that these classics are underrated, especially when it comes to flying and traveling light.
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7. A laptop backpack with a trolly sleeve if you're in search of the most versatile personal item out there. If you need to access your computer in-flight, look no further than this beauty.
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Promising review:"Got this in a pinch for a quick work trip. I'm so happy I did! Great bag, fits my laptop and slides right into my carry-on rolling bag." — Sprklchrry
8. A fleece half-zip pullover so you have the perfect spare layer to bring along. Being trapped on an ice cold plane knowing you have four more hours of frost is the definition of h-e-double-hockey-sticks.
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Promising review: " Great color. I have two, and I love the fit. Looks like a big name brand sweatshirt for less cost." — Lynn325
9. A New York Times crossword book choc-full of entertaining puzzles if you want to use your flight time to get away from screens for once. This book is the easiest of the collection, and I still find it to be a nice challenge!
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10. An E.l.f lip mask formulated with hyaluronic acid, squalane, and castor seed oil to keep your pout feeling its best, even if your seat neighbor's little air thing is pointed right at you.
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Promising review:"This lip mask is amazing I put it on every night before bed and wake up with bigger lips, it's not that huge of a difference once you begin and even when you get in a good routine with it but it's pretty amazing because that's not what the product is for." — Lydia
11. A reliable external battery in case the outlet at your seat is out of order. Been there, learned my lesson. Never again.
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Promising review:"Lasted me all day at an amusement park and I was able to charge my phone and my mini fan to keep me cool. At the end of the day it was at 60% and I used it constantly for about 12 hours. Didn't overheat at all which surprised me since the weather was around 90 degrees when I used it the most. It does only come with two ports, one to charge the battery itself and one USB port to charge other devices." — ana
12. A Takeya water bottle with a fold-down straw whose small 18-ounce size is perfect for tossing in a carry-on. It's not gonna take up too much space or be too heavy, but you will have a nice serving of water to dip into whenever you need it. Balance, people!
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Promising review:"My husband and I received these as a gift for our wedding. I was hesitant at first because I'm picky about water bottles. BUT... i now use mine almost every day. I took my daughter to pick out a new water bottle for school and she picked the Takeya with a straw. She was nervous it would be hard to suck through but it's not! We all love ours from the handle to the grip bottom!" — Taryn
13. A weekender bag with a trolly sleeve. It's small enough to count as a "personal item" on most planes, ensuring you have the perfect carry-on-only setup with as much room as possible. So yes, the stack of books by your nightstand can come on the trip too if you cant pick just one.
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Promising review:"Perfect carry-on bag. Hooks to roller luggage as well. Super roomy and love all of the pockets. Holds a ton!" — Jb
14. A Kindle E-reader so you can bring a ton of books with you without any bulk to speak of. Don't feel like reading your literary fiction? Switch to your beach read. Your seat neighbor isn't judging.
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Promising review:"I love physical books, but as a working mom of four (one being a baby), I wanted something I could throw into my bag and go. It's compact and charged well. I absolutely love my new Kindle. I'm on my fifth book this week!" — Mamaoffour
15. A ruled hardcover Moleskine notebook to use as a travel journal as well as some in-flight entertainment. I love writing small daily entries whenever I'm on a trip but hate lugging around enormous journals. And "I'm on my way to..." or "I'm on my way back from..." entries are always the best ones.
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Promising review:"I've been looking for something to put all of my writing in and this book is awesome! The quality of the paper, the lines aren't that close and it allows you so much room per page. Will buy again!" — Kimbe
16. A small bottle of CeraVe Moisturizing Cream so you can have access to your favorite moisturizer during your long, drying flight! Ack, that plane air always really gets to me.
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Promising review:"I have severe patchy dry skin. I've used higher end stuff and nothing worked and some cheaper end stuff that people swore by. Dermatologist stated to use this and it really works. My skin is 80% better. I still fight with dry skin as I've only used a few days, but it has been the best by far for my super dry skin." — Britt
17. A small pack of disinfecting wipes to give you peace of mind when using high-touch surfaces. Nothing worse than discovering your airplane tray is mysteriously sticky.
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18. A travel-friendly electric toothbrush if brushing your teeth before they turn the lights off for an overnight flight is a "need" not a "want." It comes with an included cover so popping it right into your bag is no problem.
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19. A pair of Bose noise-canceling headphones so you don't have to blast your headphones to hear your podcast over the plane's engine. With an adjustable noise cancelling level and up to 24 hours of playback, these are a worthy investment for your travels and for your everyday life.
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Promising review:"I love the color. I love how comfortable they feel. They really block out background noise." — Gaga
20. A pair of Stasher reusable silicone travel bags to keep all those extra travel bits and bobs stored safely in your carry-on. I vote you use one for tech and one for cosmetics.
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Promising review: "I recently used these to store small hair accessories and toiletries on a vacation, and they worked out great. I plan to also use them for small snacks, but the possibilities of what you can use them for are really endless. They are very durable, and I believe they will be long-lasting. Great alternative to plastic bags. I highly recommend these and all of the other sizes they offer!" — Morgan
21. A travel-size Evian facial spray for keeping that gorgeous face of yours nice and hydrated from lift-off to touch-down. All the better if you're traveling somewhere dry and can use it there, too.
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Promising review:"This is my favorite facial mist to apply before serums. I've tried lots of expensive ones and always come back to this one. It doesn't have any harsh ingredients, it's all-natural, it's truly for all skin types, and it's affordable. I highly recommend it!" — KT
22. A silk eye mask if you're bothered by light but still want to try to get some some shut-eye before you reach your destination. And that silk will keep so nice against your skin. Ahhhh, soft.
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Promising review:"So comfortable and soft. Completely blacks out and I love that it's adjustable. Doesn't feel heavy and doesn't slide off my face like previous ones I owned." — KG90
23. A travel throw blanket in case you want to cover up and catch some Zzzzs. Not using it? Fold it up into itself and use it as a pillow. Love a two-in-one situation.
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Promising review:"This blanket set is soft and cozy, perfect for long flights or car rides. The pillow provides great support and comfort. I love that it comes in a compact bag with pockets, making it easy to carry and store. This set is a must-have for any traveler and makes a great gift too." — Amandatwilight
25. Some strawberry lemonade flavored Liquid IV so you can pack a little more hydration into the water you bring onboard. Getting up to go to the bathroom on a flight is the worst. Make the most of the liquid you decide to drink!
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FYI, depending on your situation, water may be enough to rehydrate you! Read more about electrolyte-enhanced drinks and hydration at Cleveland Clinic.
Promising review:"I've had nearly all LIV flavors and this is my fave. A little less sweet than the regular strawberry, but still overall sweet with a slight saltiness. Doesn't taste artificial. Perfect for a hot day or before/after working out." — rashiffler
Price: $16.19 for a pack of ten
26. An expandable hard-shell carry-on suitcase with four spinner wheels so the stress of carting luggage around before and after the flight is relieved. Now you can just sit back and relax.
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Promising review:"This suitcase is the ideal size for a carry on. The wheels work surprisingly well and the handle is easily raised and lowered. I liked it so much that I just bought a second one. I have taken it all over without any damage to the outside case. Just a wonderful buy." — Archie
Price: $89.99 (available in six colors)
27. An AirTag so you can track your luggage juuuuust in case it gets lost. No more looking out the window watching the airline workers load suitcases on the flight praying yours makes it on.
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Promising review:"Like it. Easy way to keep up with items while traveling." — Mich
Price: $29.99
Reviews have been edited for length and clarity.
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