Travel in Comfort: Choosing the Right Travel Shoes

Finding the perfect pair of travel shoes can be tricky. They need to tick so many boxes. To start, you want shoes that are comfortable for sitting for hours on a train or plane, or for making a mad dash to catch your connection, but you also need shoes that are versatile enough to look put together when you arrive. Plus, they should pack easily, match several outfits, and clean up without much effort. You have some tough choices to make, but we’re here to help.

What to look for in comfortable travel shoes

Here are the most important factors to consider when picking out your next pair of shoes for traveling.

On and off they go: Easy to remove shoes

Removing shoes can either be a breeze or a beast. If you need to take off your shoes for airport security, choose something without laces. Air travel can also cause feet to swell, so you don’t want a rigid shoe. Go for slip-on shoes or comfy shoes with plenty of stretch and breathable materials that you can take off easily. 

Scrub-a-dub: Easy to clean shoes

Hey, traveling can get a little messy at times. Unfortunately, your shoes may end up taking the brunt of it. Go with shoes that can be easily cleaned up—so you can look fresh no matter what your day brings. Learn more about cleaning your Allbirds here.

Suitcase Tetris time: Easy to pack shoes

Does anyone really enjoy packing? It may be exciting at first, but soon you’re faced with deciding what you can actually fit in the suitcase. This is where every inch matters, so if you’re packing travel shoes, you’ll want a pair that is light, that can get smashed without losing shape, and something without a heavy sole. Those heavy-duty boots or rhinestone stilettos can be a lot harder to fit into the suitcase, so go with a lightweight pair, like our new SuperLight Tree Runners. Which also boast our lowest carbon footprint to date.

From airport to meet-up: Versatile styling

Sure, it’s nice to wear comfortable shoes when kicking back on a flight, but your shoes need to be versatile enough for sightseeing, meeting up with business associates, going on walking tours, or hitting up a local bar or restaurant. Choose something subtle in a color that matches several of your outfits.