What Men Should Wear to the Airport: A Polo, Joggers and One Layer

Wear a polo, black joggers and a hoodie you can take off. That is the answer. It looks sharp at check in, stays comfortable in a three hour seat and handles a plane that runs cold while Phoenix is still warm outside. Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, so the busy flying days are close.

01Build for the seat, not the curb

You spend a few minutes in the terminal and hours in the cabin. Pick fabric that breathes in the car and layers well on the plane. Stiff jeans and a belt fight you the whole way. A stretch jogger and a soft collar do not.

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Tom Polo, GreyA collar reads neat at the counter. Grey hides a spilled coffee better than white.$40

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Alec Jogger, BlackTapered, so they look intentional. Soft enough to sleep in. Not baggy at the ankle.$89

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Hayden Hoodie, BeigeThe cold cabin layer. Tie it on your bag when the gate is warm.$98

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02Joggers or sweatpants?

Joggers. A taper at the ankle keeps the pant from dragging through a wet terminal restroom. Sweatpants hang straight and look like pajamas. If you are not sure of the difference, read joggers vs sweatpants for men.

Hoodie fit matters on a plane because you will sit in it for hours. Our hoodie fit guide covers shoulders, hem and sleeve length. Wearing a collar under it? The polo under a hoodie rule keeps the collar from bunching.

03Two ways to change the second pair

Want navy and a hat instead of black and a hoodie? Here are the two swaps people ask for most.

James Jogger, NavyA softer alternative to black. Pairs with the grey or navy polo.$89

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Ryder Hat, BlackCovers a rough morning. Packs flat.$40

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The navy set in medium is the Hayden Hoodie, James Jogger and Ryder Hat. Add the Tom Polo in navy if you want a collar. Buy the navy polo, navy jogger and black hat in medium for $169.

04What to skip

Skip stiff jeans, a belt that sets off the scanner and brand new shoes. Skip a heavy jacket on a warm morning, because you carry it through every line. Keep the outfit to three pieces. Anything extra lives in your bag, not on your body.

05Pack the rest light

Wear the heaviest pieces and roll the second polo flat. For a full carry-on list read the men's travel packing guide, and for the shirt side, the best men's t-shirts for travel. Landing for a holiday meal? Check what to wear to Thanksgiving dinner before you pack.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should a man wear to the airport?

Wear a polo, black or navy joggers and a hoodie you can take off. The polo looks neat, the joggers stretch through a long seat and the hoodie handles a cold cabin.

Are joggers okay to wear on a plane?

Yes. Joggers stretch, do not need a belt and stay comfortable for hours. Choose a tapered pair so they look intentional rather than like pajamas.

Should I wear a hoodie on a flight?

Yes, as the layer. Planes often run cold, and a hoodie is easy to take off when you are warm. Pick a fit that does not ride up when you raise your arms.

What color should I wear traveling?

Dark neutrals such as black, navy and grey hide wrinkles and spills. Add one lighter piece so the outfit does not look flat.

Does PILLAR ship free?

PILLAR ships free on orders over $75. The full three piece airport look is $227, so it ships free.