Although I've given up on flying being fun, I haven't given up on looking chic but also being comfortable on planes. Since I fly fairly regularly, I take travel shopping seriously. In fact, I've been known to buy things just because they'd be perfect for wearing on planes, so you're in good hands with this roundup if it's airplane clothes and shoes that you're in the market for.
I spent all afternoon scouring the internet for comfortable and stylish items that are excellent for schlepping through airports and sitting on cramped planes all day. To sweeten the deal, I only chose to show you the items that are less than $100. After all, who wants to spend a lot on clothes that were purchased for the primary purpose of touching grimy airplane seats?
With that, keep scrolling to shop my favorite affordable airplane clothes ahead of all of your fall flights.
Zara
Soft Cropped Jacket
They had me at "soft."
Reformation
Davy Cropped Ribbed Turtleneck Tee
Mango
High Waist Leggings
I'm not sure these polished leggings even need an explanation.
J.Crew
New Heritage Rollneck Sweater in Stripe
Perfect for wearing with the aforementioned leggings.
Madewell
Crinkled Button-Up Shirt
I might have to copy this outfit for my next flight.
COS
Second-Skin Long-Sleeve Top
Anything you wear with this will look cool.
Open Edit
Cotton Blend Drawstring Cargo Pants
For long flights, skip the buttons and embrace the drawstring.
Reformation
Muse Long Sleeve Tee
Reformation is where you'll find the coolest version of every basic.
J.Crew
Scoopneck A-Line Midi Dress in Matte Jersey
If you're someone who prefers wearing dresses on planes, this one is perfect.
H&M
Nylon Windbreaker
The perfect thing to travel in when it's not hot but not cold.
Open Edit
Tie Hem Joggers
Another pair of cute drawstring Nordstrom pants for your consideration.
Madewell
Heavyweight Denim Oversized Button-Up Shirt in Lunar Wash
I've been searching for a light jacket to wear on flights. This one will definitely do.
Zara
Poplin Shirt
Oversize button-downs might be my favorite thing to wear on planes.
& Other Stories
Floral Print Wide Leg Pants
Just add a T-shirt or sweater and you're ready to go.
Éterne
Short-Sleeve Boyfriend T-Shirt
I wore this tee on my last flight, and it was a smart decision.
H&M
Sweatpants
If you're more of a sweatpant person on planes, I support you.
Treasure & Bond
Drape Linen Blend Pants
These are ideal for late-summer flights.
Adidas
Samba OG Shoes
My idea of the perfect travel sneakers.
Levi's
90s Trucker Jacket
An under-$100 classic.
Leset
Classic Margo Tee
My other favorite tee to wear for flights.
Everlane
The Organic Wide-Leg Pants
Good news: They're stretchy.
& Other Stories
Stripe Long Sleeve Cotton Top
You can never have too many of these.
Schutz
Arissa Ballet Flats
These will be fun to look at while you're bored on the plane.
H&M
Denim Shirt
This would make leggings look so much chicer.
Madewell
Wide Leg Stretch Denim Jeans
I know I went over the $100 limit with these, but they're too good not to include.
Treasure & Bond
Speckled Relaxed Fit Sweater
I'd be tempted to wear this on every single fall flight.
J.Crew
Cashmere-Blend Trouser Socks
Cozy socks make a flight so much sweeter.
COS
Flared Jersey Pants
Like wearing leggings without looking like you're wearing leggings.
Allyson is a senior editor for Who What Wear. She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories for Who What Wear. Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television. Allyson is now based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She holds a BFA in theater arts. Her path to fashion may not have been linear, but based on the number of fashion magazines she collected as a child and young adult, it was meant to be.