I never travel without several pairs of comfy pants in tow. Pants that are equal parts stylish and snug are essential to any vacation wardrobe — whether I’m exploring new cities, preparing for a long-haul flight, or trekking through the wilderness. The key is honing in on comfort-forward features like breathable fabrics, elastic waistbands, or loose-fit silhouettes.
Just in time for the long weekend, many of my favorite travel-friendly clothing brands have slashed prices on the best comfy travel pants. Among the highlights: the wide-leg pants from Spanx’s AirEssentials line, which has earned stamps of approval from Oprah and Travel + Leisure editors alike, is up to 50 percent off. Meanwhile, select colors of Vuori’s viral Performance Jogger are 20 percent off. And if you’re in the market for a real steal, check out Hanes’ EcoSmart Fleece Sweatpants, which are currently only $9.
Best Deals Overall
Best Amazon Deals
When it comes to vast, affordable clothing selections, Amazon is second to none. And when the already-low prices are discounted even further, that’s even better. If you’ve got a long-haul flight coming up, take comfort in the Gym People Joggers for only $29. Outdoor enthusiasts will love Toomett’s Hiking Pants, which offer UPF 50 protection and will only set you back $36. For our part, we’re stocking up on Under Armour’s Rival Fleece Joggers for $33 to shield us from the frigid temps.
- The Gym People Joggers With Pockets, $29 (originally $35)
- Baleaf Women’s Fleece-lined Leggings, $38 (originally $45)
- Sunzel Flare Leggings, $20 (originally $29)
- Fullsoft Sweatpants With Pockets, $15 (originally $17)
- Automet Women’s Wide-leg Sweatpants, $18 (originally $33)
- Libin Wide-leg Yoga Pants, $28 (originally $32)
- Skechers Women’s Go Walk Pant, $33 (originally $49)
- Ueu Women’s Cozy Yoga Joggers, $20 (originally $29)
- Toomett Women’s Hiking Pants, $36 (originally $49)
- Anrabess Linen Palazzo Pants, $29 with coupon (originally $36)
- Under Armour Women’s Rival Fleece Joggers, $33 (originally $55)
- Hanes Women’s EcoSmart Fleece Sweatpants, $9 (originally $18)
- Aurola Workout Leggings, $20 (originally $36)
Hanes Women’s EcoSmart Fleece Sweatpants
Best Athleta Deals
Athleta’s high-quality travel pants have accompanied me on trips across four continents, and a number of the retailer’s comfiest clothes are discounted up to 70 percent during their winter sale event. The Brooklyn Heights High-rise Jogger is a favorite of mine, and I wore the breezy bottoms (now $45) on a South African safari last year. The Elation Ultra High-rise 7/8 Legging is equally adept for workouts and daily wear, and select colors are priced from $40 to $65.
Athleta Brooklyn Heights High-rise Jogger
Best Vuori Deals
If you haven’t tried Vuori’s viral Performance Jogger, there’s no better time than now. Select colors of the T+L editor favorite lounge pants are currently 20 percent off. The Getaway Carpenter Pant is a travel-friendly option that combines versatility and performance, all while maintaining the classic look of a carpenter pant — and it’s reduced to $102 from $108. Or, if your vacation plans look more like cozying up in front of the fireplace, may we suggest the AllTheFeels Legging, ranging from $59 to $78.
- Performance Jogger, $75 (originally $94)
- Daily Split Flare Performance Pants, $86 (originally $108)
- AllTheFeels Legging, $59-$78 (originally $98)
- Mackenzie Cotton Pant, $94 (originally $118)
- Miles Jogger, $94 (originally $118)
- Boyfriend Cargo Jogger, $86 (originally $108)
- Daily Legging, $53-$76 (originally $89)
- Clean Elevation Legging, $58-$83 (originally $98)
- Getaway Carpenter Pant, $102 (originally $128)
- Studio Pocket Legging, $78 (originally $98)
Vuori Performance Jogger
Best Lululemon Finds
Lululemon’s high-performing activewear technology, comfy fabrics, and packable designs make their clothing among the best for traveling. We’re always keeping an eye on the brand’s “We Made Too Much” section, which offers special prices on options like the Wunder Train High-rise Tight at $59 in the neutral Riverstone colorway. (Just note that everything in this section is final sale.) I like to wear the Smooth Fit Pull-on High-rise Pant (now starting at $69) for travel days because it has a comfy elastic waistband but still looks polished.
- Dance Studio Relaxed-fit Mid-rise Cargo Jogger, $59-$89 (originally $128)
- Ribbed Softstreme Flared Pant, $69-$79 (originally $128)
- Base Pace High-rise Tight 28″, $59-$69 (originally $98)
- Adapted State High-rise Fleece Jogger, $89 (originally $138)
- Wunder Train High-rise Tight 28″, $49-$69 (originally $98)
- Pleat-front High-rise Trouser, $79 (originally $148)
- Invigorate High-rise Tight 25″, $59 (originally $128)
- Smooth Fit Pull-on High-rise Pant, $69-$99 (originally $148)
- Align High-rise Crop 23″, $49-$69 (originally $98)
- Scuba Mid-rise Oversized Cargo Jogger, $89 (originally $128)
Lululemon Wunder Train High-rise Tight 28”
Best Alo Yoga Deals
The sale section of this beloved athleisure label is chock-full of colorful and neutral-hued leggings that are perfect for fitness, lounging, and traveling alike. The High-waist Airbrush Legging has smoothing and sculpting features designed to flatter your figure — and it’s $86 right now. Or, if the loose-fit Mid-rise Showdown Trouser with a cheeky hip cutout isn’t too daring for you, snag it while it’s $126.
Alo Yoga Airbrush High-waist Enso Legging
Best Madewell Deals
Madewell’s high-quality, stylish, and expertly tailored clothing provides consistent staples in our travel capsule wardrobes. The label’s end-of-season sale is going on now, and we’re eyeing deals up to 70 percent off the sticker price. Take the comfy-chic Slouchy Straight Pants in Drapey Twill, which are only $40 for a limited time. If your travels are taking you to warmer climates, the $30 Pull-on Straight Crop Pant is equal parts breezy and sophisticated.
- The Harlow Wide-leg Pant in Drapey Twill, $50 (originally $118)
- Low-slung Baggy Utility Pants in Corduroy, $110 (originally $138)
- Slouchy Straight Pants in Drapey Twill, $40 (originally $118)
- Waffle-knit Straight-leg Sweatpants, $45 (originally $88)
- Lightweight Ponte Kickflare Leggings, $30 (originally $85)
- Rumpled Terry Pull-on Tapered Pants, $30 (originally $79)
- Pull-on Straight Pants in Stretch Satin, $30 (originally $98)
- The Harlow Superwide-leg Trouser, $70 (originally $148)
- The Curvy Emmett Wide-leg Pant: Patch Pocket Edition, $50 (originally $118)
- Pull-on Straight Crop Pant, $30 (originally $78)
Madewell Slouchy Straight Pants in Drapey Twill
Best Spanx Deals
Though Spanx may be best known for its shapewear collection, we’re partial to the label’s comfortable, no-fuss clothing that’s perfect for jet-setting. The celeb-loved brand’s AirEssentials line was literally made for flying — and mix-and-match separates, including the Spanx AirEssentials Wide-leg Pant, are up to 50 percent off. If you’ve got business travel on the agenda, let The Perfect Pant take you from extra legroom to the boardroom at a whopping 69 percent off.
Spanx Faux Leather Leggings
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