13 Travel Jackets for Your Next Getaway

Posted by Jenniffer Sheldon on Thursday, February 29, 2024

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Best Lightweight Quilted Jacket

Burberry Grosgrain-Trimmed Quilted Shell Jacket

Grosgrain-Trimmed Quilted Shell Jacket

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Best Lightweight Quilted Jacket

Burberry Grosgrain-Trimmed Quilted Shell Jacket

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For a long flight or bus ride, you’ll want a soft, squishy jacket that can double as a pillow if the need arises. This quilted jacket can be easily packed, layered, or worn solo depending on the temperature.

Sizes: XS–XL

Materials: 100% polyamide

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Best Denim Jacket for Travel

Blazé Milano Sahariana Nariida Maya

Sahariana Nariida Maya

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Best Denim Jacket for Travel

Blazé Milano Sahariana Nariida Maya

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For travel, Pinardi suggests a denim blazer with a matching pair of jeans for a comfortable and put-together look. Of this blazer, she says, “It fits for every single occasion, from a dinner out with friends with a more elegant look to running errands with leggings and a pair of sneakers.”

Sizes: 00–IV

Materials: 100% cotton

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Best Oversize Travel Jacket

The Row Atis Coat

Atis Coat

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Best Oversize Travel Jacket

The Row Atis Coat

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To avoid paying fees for overweight luggage, you may occasionally need to pile on all the layers you can. This oversize style from the Row is not only soft and comfortable, but also big enough to fit a few items underneath.

Sizes: XS–L

Materials: 95% wool, 5% cashmere

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Best Transitional Travel Jacket

Ganni Off-White Drop Shoulder Jacket

Off-White Drop Shoulder Jacket

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Best Transitional Travel Jacket

Ganni Off-White Drop Shoulder Jacket

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If the plan is to swap your sweats for a dressy look post-flight, this jacket easily transitions from casual to more formal occasions. Pack a skirt or trousers and a button-up in your carry-on, and you’ll be good to go.

Sizes: XS–3XL

Materials: 60% recycled wool, 40% polyester

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Best Packable Travel Jacket

Patagonia Women’s Nano Puff Hoody

Women’s Nano Puff Hoody

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Best Packable Travel Jacket

Patagonia Women’s Nano Puff Hoody

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This hooded jacket from Patagonia is so easy to fold into a travel pack. Throw it in your carry-on before you leave the house, and pull it out only once the AC on your flight is blasting.

Sizes: XS–XXL

Materials: 100% recycled polyester

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Best Water-Resistant Travel Jacket

Everlane The ReNew Anorak

The ReNew Anorak

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Best Water-Resistant Travel Jacket

Everlane The ReNew Anorak

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This durable anorak serves as an outer layer that will help keep wind and water at bay—useful for a vacation with rain on the forecast.

Sizes: XXS–XL

Materials: 100% recycled polyester

Reviewers say: “I bought this for an upcoming trip to Iceland, for my less adventurous city activities. It’s oversized and slouchy and cool, but also practical. Lots of room for layers underneath but also looks good without them.”

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Best Convertible Travel Jacket

Toteme Scarf-Neckline Felt Jacket

Scarf-Neckline Felt Jacket

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Best Convertible Travel Jacket

Toteme Scarf-Neckline Felt Jacket

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It’s a scarf! It’s a jacket! This design from Toteme is not only a showstopper, it’s also versatile. You can wrap the scarf detail around your neck for added warmth, or wear it open when you start to heat up.

Sizes: 32–44

Materials: 88% wool, 12% polyester

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Best Leather Travel Jacket

Reformation Veda Allen Jacket

Veda Allen Jacket

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Best Leather Travel Jacket

Reformation Veda Allen Jacket

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A leather jacket is a wardrobe essential, especially when you’re traveling. It’s tough enough to handle whatever wear and tear your day might have in store. Once at your destination, it’s a style you can break out for daytime strolls or nights out.

Sizes: XS–XL

Materials: Leather

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Best Classic Travel Jacket

Barbour Beadnell Waxed Cotton Jacket

Beadnell Waxed Cotton Jacket

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Best Classic Travel Jacket

Barbour Beadnell Waxed Cotton Jacket

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British label Barbour is known for making workhorse jackets for outdoor activities. This wax-coated cotton jacket is a mid-weight style that you can layer with a down jacket or sweater, depending on the weather.

Sizes: 0–18

Materials: 100% cotton with waxed coating

Reviewers say: “I was waiting to write a review on this jacket until after I got back from my yearly autumnal visit to New York. Now that I’ve returned, I can say this jacket was perhaps one of my best investments yet. The temperature ranged from 45-65 and we experienced rain and sun alike. I wore this jacket during nature hikes in the rain and windy walks on the beach. It performed outstandingly well.”

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Best Travel Jacket for Cold Weather

Moncler Tibre Quilted Padded Glossed-Shell Down Jacket

Tibre Quilted Padded Glossed-Shell Down Jacket

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Best Travel Jacket for Cold Weather

Moncler Tibre Quilted Padded Glossed-Shell Down Jacket

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If you’re headed for the slopes in Aspen or the Alps, a warm jacket is a must. This down style is one you can comfortably wear on the plane, but also break out once you’re on the mountain.

Sizes: 00–5

Materials: 100% polyester

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Best Jacket for Local Travel

A.P.C. Thais Jacket

Thais Jacket

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Best Jacket for Local Travel

A.P.C. Thais Jacket

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A casual weekend away requires considered packing; you’ve got to keep things light. This wool-blend jacket is a mid-weight style that will keep you warm whether you’re driving or taking a train. The neutral-gray hue can be styled a plethora of ways.

Sizes: XXS–3XL

Materials: 70% wool, 30% polyamide

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Best Fashon-Forward Travel Jacket

Miu Miu Garment-Dyed Gabardine Blouson Jacket

Garment-Dyed Gabardine Blouson Jacket

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Best Fashon-Forward Travel Jacket

Miu Miu Garment-Dyed Gabardine Blouson Jacket

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Leave it to Miu Miu to create a cropped jacket that’s cute enough for breaking out at a fashion show, and comfortable enough for wearing through an entire red-eye. If you’re headed to Fashion Week, this may be the jacket you want to wear on your way to Milan.

Sizes: 36–50 IT

Materials: Cotton

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Best Lightweight Travel Jacket

Alex Mill Mel Jacket

Mel Jacket

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Best Lightweight Travel Jacket

Alex Mill Mel Jacket

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New York–based label Alex Mill is known for practical pieces with a slightly preppy twist. This cotton jacket is relatively lightweight, making it easy to throw in your bag or over your shoulders if you’re not immediately in need of putting it on.

Sizes: XS–XL

Materials: 50% recycled cotton, 50% cotton

Reviewers say: “I stalked this jacket for months and it finally came back in stock on the color and size I wanted and I love it! It’s slightly lighter weight than I anticipated, but that almost makes it better for layering on the wild New York fall days. I like the herringbone stitch and corduroy details.”

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