Forget planning your glitzy Christmas Day or New Year’s Eve ensemble this year—U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy wants you to start thinking about your airport outfit first. 

In a press conference last week, the Department of Transportation revealed a new campaign called “The Golden Age of Travel Starts With You.” This plan was launched to “restore courtesy and class to air travel” during the holiday season by reminding travelers to be polite and practice civility toward others by saying “please” and “thank you,” helping pregnant and elderly passengers load and unload their carry-ons, and keeping a closer watch on their children.

Out of all of Duffy’s urges to the public, though, “dressing with respect”—he proposed sporting a “pair of jeans and a nice shirt” rather than “slippers and pajamas”—has earned the most criticism from frequent fliers. And frankly, we’re inclined to agree: In an age where plane seats seem to get more uncomfortable and squished together by the hour, wearing a pair of restrictive jeans or trousers is just asking to be miserable. 

Until we get a lil’ more legroom and a cushier seat to sit in, we’ll be sticking with our comfy sweatpants combos, matching tracksuits, sweater sets, and other polished yet cozy-as-pajamas outfits (sorry, not sorry). Ahead, check out our favorite styles to fly in, starting at $26. 

Best Overall Cozy Airplane Outfits

Automet 2-piece Matching Sweatsuit

If you’re someone who prioritizes comfort 24/7, regardless of whether you’ve got a flight on the books, this Automet sweatsuit is perfect for you. Featuring a classic, roomy pair of jogger pants and a slightly oversized hoodie, this casual sweat set is Amazon’s no. 1 bestselling women’s tracksuit, boasting nearly 2,500 five-star ratings. While certain federal officials might think this ensemble is way too laid-back for the skies, we’d argue it’s perfectly appropriate for the occasion—especially when worn with an equally comfortable pair of sneakers.

Anrabess 2-piece Half-zip Lounge Set

We’ve been longtime fans of this Anrabess matching tracksuit. For one, it looks fantastic IRL—just take a look at our editor Erin Cavoto, who’s sporting it with a pair of white tennis shoes, below. The half-zip pullover and wide-leg drawstring pants make an effortless and polished outfit that some Amazon reviewers have compared to a certain triple-digit version from Spanx. 

Trendy Queen 2-piece Matching Set

Sporty, cute, and totally versatile, this Trendy Queen lounge set is great for folks who tend to run warmer on flights, even during the winter months. It comes with a figure-hugging, long-sleeved T-shirt that’s lightweight and easy to wear underneath sweaters, hoodies, and jackets, so you can peel off your outer layers as you warm up. Meanwhile, the wide-leg drawstring sweatpants provide plenty of room to move around in. 

Prettygarden 2-piece Crewneck Set

Available in a wide variety of gorgeous colors (including Light Blue, above) and carried up to a U.S. size 20, this matching Prettygarden crewneck and wide-leg pant set looks great when worn apart or together. On sale for under $40 in some colors, this outfit is made with a lightweight fabric that is soft, cozy, and “very comfortable for traveling,” according to one reviewer who shared a photo of themselves sporting the blue shade shown above.

Viottiset 2-piece Mock Neck Lounge Set

This chic mock neck sweater and wide-leg lounge pant set is an elevated alternative to sweatpants and tracksuits, while still being undeniably comfortable. Available in 22 colors and styles, including a fun white-and-beige colorblock option, this roomy outfit is made with a thick fabric that shoppers say is “heavy enough for cold winter days” and does not shrink or lose shape, even after a dryer cycle.

Cozypoin 2-piece Hooded Sweatsuit

This trendy two-piece sweatsuit from Cozypoin features a slightly cropped hoodie with a relaxed, drop-shoulder silhouette. Its large kangaroo pocket—in tandem with the jogger pants’ two deep side pockets—provides plenty of storage for your most important in-flight essentials. Fleece-lined for extra warmth, shoppers have called this outfit combo the “most cozy sweatsuit ever.”

Rumia Matching Sweater Set

On sale for just $26, this Rumia V-neck sweater set is an absolute steal. Constructed with a buttery-soft, vertical ribbed knit fabric, this matching set is effortless yet put-together. Shoppers have called it a “treat” to travel in, with one reviewer writing that it feels “like wearing pajamas but perfect for day time.” 

Lillusory Tie-front Lounge Set

The tie-front bow top of this matching Lillusory lounge set is so cute and comfy, you’ll want to wear it with everything else in your closet, from jeans to skirts. Made with a soft, breathable fabric and featuring a polished silhouette, this wide-leg pants and sweater top combo can be worn for a wide range of activities, whether it’s grabbing brunch with a few friends, catching a flight, or running errands around the city. 

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