1. A pair of 3-inch Clarks heels that'll make you look super professional on all of your business trips, and thanks to their amazing cushioned insole, you'll feel like you're walking on clouds while navigating airport lines and security checkpoints. The sleek design pairs with any outfit, from sharp business suits to casual workwear.

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Promising review: "I've been wearing these heels every day for work as a flight attendant for the last year and a half. I do get them shined and polished in the airport every few months or so. They are by far my favorite pair of heels for work. I always get questions from other FAs asking if they are comfortable and my answer is always, 'After breaking them in for the first week or two so the leather stretches a bit, yes!' If you are a flight attendant looking at these heels I will say to buy half a size larger than you normally would because you will swell with the constant elevation changes and just in general as the day goes on." —Ashton

Get them from Amazon for $30.30+ (available in women's sizes 5–12, including half sizes and wide options, and three colors, although not all sizes are available in all colors).

2. A sturdy, lightweight pill organizer equipped with eight compartments to keep all of your medications sorted in one compact case without having to squeeze bulky pill bottles into your carry-on.

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Promising review: "Flight attendant–approved! These pill containers are simply amazing! The latch and seal on them is very secure due to its rubber gasket around the inside. I put my daily medications in each of the six smaller compartments on one side and then use the larger two containers for vitamins and supplements. I keep this in my tote bag for work and I am not concerned at all about it opening. I can’t tell you how many times some of the other pill boxes I used have opened up, tossing prescription medications into the smallest corners of my bag. Well-designed and well-executed!" —Christina S.

Get it from Amazon for $5.97+ (available in five colors).

3. A comfy, ergonomic Trtl neck pillow because even though you're packed on a plane like a can of sardines, that doesn't mean you should have to compromise your sleep. This neck pillow helps keep your head upright so you don't arrive at your destination exhausted and with an achy neck. This will also prevent you from nodding off on your neighbor, ensuring everyone can enjoy their flight in peace!

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It also easily attaches to backpacks and luggage handles (see the photo on the right), weighs less than half a pound, and is machine-washable!

Promising review: "This is the best travel pillow ever. As a flight attendant, I travel all the time. This makes getting stuck in a middle seat palatable. I’ve used this in cars, planes, trains, etc; it's great. In fact my sister was so jealous on our last trip to Italy that she kept trying to steal it off me. Ordered her one for Christmas." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in five styles).

4. A luggage drink caddy to ensure your beloved matcha latte is secured to your wheeled luggage as you dash to your gate. The caddy also features two extra pockets to hold your in-flight snacks, hand sanitizer, phone charger, and anything else you might want to keep within arm's reach while on the go.

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Reviewers say it's ideal for a suitcase that can roll on four wheels! If you have a suitcase that has to tilt while it rolls, just be careful if the drinks are open at the top.

Promising reviews: "Great tool to keep your hands free. I’m a flight attendant and I love this, especially the [hook and loop fastened] 'quick detachment.' It’s the best! I had one before that just stretched over the handle, and it was a PAIN! This one is great. There’s room for two large drinks and a slim pocket for phone or wallet. Many people see it and ask where I got my clever little caddy!" —Debra G

"This cup holder is perfect! It helps me a lot! Last time I took a plane with a suitcase and a cup of coffee, when it’s my turn to check my passport and ticket, the coffee cup fell to the ground and coffee sprinkled. It was a nightmare! This time I bought this cup holder, and it did do me a favor! I don't have to worry about where my cup and phone are! I can free my hands to do other things. I love it so much! Hope you love it too." —Philip

Get it from Amazon for $12.34+ (available in 27 colors and other styles).

5. A TSA-friendly toiletries set ready to carry all of your essentials like shampoo, body wash, and lotion without having to worry about TSA tossing them. The set also comes with pre-printed labels so you'll know exactly what's what, keeping you prepared and organized.

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The set includes a zippered bag, four soft silicone bottles with leakproof caps, three compact jars, and two toothbrush caps.

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly owns and loves this set. She writes: "I've used this set on more than five trips and and for trips when I don't require body wash or shampoo (like to visit my parents), I use the extra room in the bag to shove in all my beauty products and daily contacts. Plus! It comes with labels that stay on the containers really well despite my thoroughly washing these containers between trips. I bought this set in spring 2019 and have, admittedly, lost a container or two. But the ones that I've held onto over dozens of trips have all held up well!"

Promising review: "If it wasn’t for me forgetting them in the hotels, I wouldn’t have to buy more. This is my third set and I love these things! I’m a flight attendant and these are easy to fill, use, and pack!" —Raena Hill

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in six variations).

6. A lightweight, compact, and high-speed Anker portable charger that'll be a lifesaver when you're waiting for your Uber to arrive, but you've just spent an hour trying to get the perfect shot of the Sydney Opera House and now your phone battery is at a mere 10%. This mighty charger is capable of charging smartphones lightning fast when in a pinch. 

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This highly rated slim option holds about 2.25 charges for iPhone 12, 1.6 charges for Galaxy S20, and 1.2 charges for iPad Mini 5 and comes with a micro USB cable (to charge the charger) and a travel pouch.

Promising reviews: "Very handy! I’m a flight attendant and travel a lot. This has come in handy on the airplane and in the airport. Perfect size and lightweight." —Rae

"Use this as a backup power source for my iPhone 16 Pro Max. Holds a charge for months. Stays relatively cool while charging the phone." —Alt8600

Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in two colors and another style with two-way USB-C charging).

7. An unassuming luggage strap — it might not look like much, but you can use it to strap your coat or personal bag to your luggage so you don't have to carry it around, freeing your hands to grab a cup of coffee from Dunkin'. 

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Promising review: "Definitely what I needed for my luggage as a flight attendant. Very heavy duty and perfect for me. Works great with my extra luggage and lunch bag to hang on my suitcase. Thank you so much. Will definitely buy again." —Mary

Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in four colors and in packs of two).

8. A carry-on-friendly travel Gillette Venus razor ensuring you stay on top of your body care routine without compromising quality *or* precious room in your carry-on. 

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It comes with one handle and one blade refill! It'll also fit any Venus blade refill.

Promising reviews: "I am a flight attendant, and space is limited in my bag. This is a great product for your travel bag." —Caitlin Hemphill

"I got this for a vacation and it was great! The little carrying container is awesome, and keeps you from having a weird, loose razor floating around in your suitcase. Plus, the heads are the same as a regular-sized razor, so you can keep using it when that one is worn out!" —Tegan H

Get it from Amazon for $10.

9. A set of wireless Bluetooth earbuds over 169,000 reviewers gave 5 stars. These earbuds offer over 10 hours of playtime to block out all the unwanted noise around you — including loud, chatty people on the plane and the adorable but screaming baby in 23A.

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These come with a wireless charging case that provides up to 45 hours of playtime when you're on the go. The case itself can be fully charged in under two hours! The earbuds are also sweat- and water-resistant so you can use them during workouts or runs, and have a built-in mic so you can chat on the phone. 

Elizabethalso said: "I also use these on the reg in my everyday life to listen to Spotify and podcasts, and even talk on the phone. I have to charge them about once a week and always keep them in my coat pocket."

Promising review: "I am a flight attendant and use this headset so much. Using FaceTime, making phone calls, listening to music, or watching a movie." —Ruben Mercado

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in five colors).

10. A Weleda lotion if you want to avoid that dry airplane air turning your skin into a raisin. This cult-fave lotion is called “Skin Food” for a reason: It’s basically a feast for your skin, packed with soothing chamomile, nourishing sunflower seed oil, and restorative calendula to leave your skin softer and more radiant. Now you can look and feel your best, even at 30,000 feet!

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You can use it on your face and all over your body!

Promising review: "I am a flight attendant and this is my go-to hand cream! It is a little greasy when you first start rubbing it in, but it absorbs quickly and that along with the smell (a bit medicinal) dissipates before you know it. It doesn't take much of this at all. I purchased this for the first time at a local health food store and paid over $20! This is a GREAT deal! So excited to find such a great price here on Amazon! I haven't tried the other scents yet because I am happy with this one. You can't go wrong with this hand cream. I rub a little on my tired feet at the end of the day as well, and trust me I have tired feet after being on them for 14 plus hours. This stuff works great for this as well. Win Win Weleda!" —Lauren

Get it from Amazon for $15 (also available in a multipack).

11. A popular, versatile off-the-shoulder jumpsuit — it's comfy enough to wear on the plane but still chic enough for any event you might have to attend as soon as you land. No wonder it has over 35,000 5-star ratings!

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Promising review: "It is a favorite among our flight attendant group when we are traveling. We call ourselves the sisterhood of the traveling jumpsuit! I absolutely love it, it’s comfortable, inexpensive, easy one piece, dress up or dress down. I add a belt and it’s perfect! I am planning to purchase more colors!" —Floridagirl0611

Get it from Amazon for $30.38+ (available in women's sizes S–3X and 32 colors/patterns). 

12. An anti-theft backpack with a genius design: The main compartment's zipper sits up against your back rather than facing outward. Take THAT, you pickpocketers! 

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Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE this bag! I am a flight attendant, and I carry this every single day! I carry it as my purse. I had to get something out for a friend the other day, and she couldn’t believe how much I had in it! It holds A LOT, and I have the medium. It’s getting a bit beat up after a couple of years, so I am ordering another...going for large! Can’t wait!" —Kathy Darlington, WI

Get it from Amazon for $25.64+ (available in 14 styles and two sizes).

13. A portable door lock for instant added security when traveling alone, or just to limit the number of "what if" scenarios in your mind. This easy-to-install lock simply slips onto the door latch for peace of mind.

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Note: This can get flagged while going through security, so you may want to put it in an easily accessible place in your checked bag to be safe.

Promising review: "My best guy friend bought this for me and I love it. I’m a flight attendant and am in hotels 4–5 nights a week. Sometimes the 'locks' just don’t feel sturdy enough. This device gives me an extra layer of security and allows me to sleep at night. I keep it in my flight bag." —Emilia Duren

Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (also available in packs of two and four).

14. An electronics organizer to keep your wired earphones, various chargers, and other accessories neat and easy to find so that you aren't digging through a jumbled mess.

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Promising review: "I am a flight attendant and I LOVE this organizer! I keep my iPad, passport, cords, paperwork, and hand sanitizer in here. It keeps me organized! Definitely recommend to anyone who travels and needs to keep organized." —amazonislife

Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in four colors and two sizes).

15. A resealable travel-size pack of antibacterial wipes so you can give that airplane seat a quick once-over and breathe easy knowing they kill 99.99% of germs.

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Promising review: "As a flight attendant I always need wipes. These small packs are great for putting in your purse and having on the go. The bundle pack is a great value." —SJ1326

Get 20 packs of 10 wipes each from Amazon for $19.70.

16. A mini lightweight flat iron letting you straighten your hair just the way you like it, no matter where you are. It’s compact enough to fit in your carry-on, yet powerful enough to tackle even the frizziest of hair days. Plus, its quick heat-up time means you can spend more time enjoying your vacay and less time fussing with your hair.

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It also comes with a heat-resistant pouch for easy carrying!

Promising review: "This fits perfectly in my toiletries travel bag that I take with me as a flight attendant. Anything that comes in a small size and still works well is perfect for me." —Kathy S

Get it from Amazon for $14.20+ (available in three colors).

17. A travel jewelry case that'll prevent all your dainty little necklaces from turning into a giant knot. Honestly, you could solve a Rubik's Cube faster than the time it takes to untangle your jewelry.

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Promising reviews: "Bought this as a gift for my niece who is a flight attendant. She loves how compact it is yet keeps everything neat and untangled. She also says it just feels and looks very elegant." —Kathleen Davis

 "I purchased this box for a weekend getaway. In the past I have just thrown all of my jewelry into little makeup bags, but then everything gets tangled and disorganized. I love that this box keeps everything organized and leaves all my necklaces tangle free!" —Dogmom206

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in eight colors).

18. A compact, carry-on friendly portable espresso maker so you can whip up that caffeinated goodness no matter where in the world you are. 

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It lets you use Nespresso pods and is totally hand-operated, with no battery or electricity needed.

Promising review: "I'm a flight attendant so I travel a lot and spent a lot of money on coffee when I wasn’t home with my Nespresso machine. This has been a GAME CHANGER. Very easy to use and clean. Very travel-friendly!" —Rikki

Get it from Amazon for $54.90 (and here are some Nespresso pods to go with it).

19. A portable white noise machine to cancel out sleep-disrupting background noise. It produces a consistent, soothing sound that can lull you into a peaceful slumber, no matter if your hotel room is right next to the elevator or your balcony is just above the street level.

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It features 11 sleep sounds, and can also be paired with your phone and used as a Bluetooth speaker!

Promising review: "I’m a flight attendant so I spend half my life in hotel rooms, which can be extremely noisy between people running through the hall, the elevator dinging, or loud trucks and cars outside. This lil thing has some major power to it! It really doesn’t have a loop, thank goodness, the volume control is great, and it has so many different sounds to choose from. I am quite impressed with it! It weighs practically nothing, which I’m grateful for because my bags are heavy enough as it is. I wake up and swap it to the speaker mode to play music while I get ready for work. I have honestly never written such a long review before, so take that as a sign if you’re on the fence about buying! If this thing holds up for at least a year I will be happy to repurchase every year because of all the positive things about it!" —Kinsey Alexandra

Get it from Amazon for $39.95 (available in two colors).

20. A pair of anti-nausea wristbands if you're someone who suffers from motion sickness and knows how much it can ruin your travel experience. These little bands apply acupressure to a specific point on your wrist, helping to relieve nausea without needing to carry around bottles of medication.

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To use, put them on *both* wrists. They help with nausea related to motion sickness, morning sickness, migraines, cramps, and more. 

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Promising reviews: "FLIGHT ATTENDANT–APPROVED! They work. In my experience, 100% of the time." —Jessica

"I was skeptical about these but I was quickly all about them when I put them on. I get really motion sick when flying but this weekend I did not get motion sick at all during a four hour flight! I was even able to read my book for a while on the plane without sickness! I have never been able to do that before. I love these and they are now a must-have whenever I travel again. 10/10." —Rosse

Get a pair from Amazon for $7.95+ (available in six colors, a pack of two, and in children's sizes).

21. A USB-chargeable mini handheld fan to be your personal breeze machine during those stuffy long flights. You can either hold it right in your hand or perch it on the tray table to send waves of cool air your way. 

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Promising review: "This is the best little fan ever! Three speeds of pure bliss! I’m a flight attendant and it gets very hot on the aircraft. This little dynamo works great. You can hold it in your hand or set it to stand hands free. It folds up to easily fit in your hand bag. Recharges quickly. Perfect for hot flashes also. Worth every penny!!!" —Mary C. Jones

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in five colors).

22. A genius zipper puller if you frequently travel alone — now you won't have to twist into a pretzel while trying to zip up the back of your favorite dress! Just imagine the freedom of wearing anything you want without needing an extra set of hands. 

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Promising reviews: "I am a flight attendant. Our uniform dresses are so hard to zip up in a hotel room when you are by yourself. This is the best. It works wonderfully and is great quality. I would recommend this to anyone who isn't a contortionist. Excellent product!!!!!" —L. ward

"This thing is great! If you have issues with the puller disconnecting, head to the directions, because you probably aren't hooking it up correctly (I know this from experience). Zipuller saves my life on a weekly basis." —MoniqueRamsey

Get it from Amazon for $19.98 (available in two colors/patterns).

23. A mini steamer to rescue your clothes after they've been tightly packed in your carry-on. It's a total game changer for those last-minute outfit touch-ups before you head out, and it'll fit neatly in your suitcase without taking up much space!

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This mini steamer heats up in about 90 seconds and steams continuously for 15 minutes before needing to be refilled.

Promising review: "I’m a flight attendant and I’ve always disliked ironing since I’m always on the go at the last minute. Love this steamer because it’s quick and easy! Can take it with me in my suitcase." —Antoinette

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in three colors).

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