Sorry to break it to you, but those airline blankets occasionally provided on planes are rarely ever washed between flights, meaning you’re probably cuddling up in someone else’s germs. Active flight attendant Sara Keagle revealed to HuffPost that the blankets are sanitized only about once a day, “usually when the aircraft RONs (remains overnight).” And yes, that includes the ones that are neatly folded up in plastic packaging, too. Yikes.
Related: Here’s How Often Airline Blankets Actually Get Washed
Now if you don’t like the sound of that — and we really don’t blame you — then might we suggest traveling with your very own portable blanket that you can wash as many times as you want to? From packable fleece blankets that come with their own carrying pouches to super-cozy microplush blankets designed specifically for travel to even durable blankets that are great for both indoor and outdoor use, the travel blanket possibilities are endless, and you can find them all on amazon.com.
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But no need to fret about narrowing down all those hundreds of options. We’ve done the hard work for you and found 7 compact blankets worth buying. Find all the best travel blankets, according to customer reviews and ratings, below.
Travelrest 4-in-1 Premier Class Travel Blanket
This super-cozy fleece travel blanket features a neck slip so you can wear the blanket over your shoulders like a poncho, insuring that it'll never slip off your body mid-flight. Plus, it comes with a soft carrying case that'll transform the blanket into a head, neck, or lumbar support pillow. More bang for your buck.
To buy: amazon.com, $30
ComfortPlus 3-in-1 Premium Travel Blanket
Not only is this packable travel blanket an Amazon's Choice product, it also comes with great reviews. Amazon user Valerie Jane Robbins writes in her five-star review, "The blanket is very soft and also generously sized. I like the fact that you can roll it into its pouch, which is part of the blanket. I’ve washed it several times and it has come out of the dryer looking like new."
To buy: amazon.com, from $24
Forestfish Fleece Packable Travel Blanket
A stylish option that could double as a couch throw when you're not traveling.
To buy: amazon.com, $16
Easeland Soft Travel-size Blanket
With over 500 reviews and a 4.5-star rating, this plush travel blanket is not only loved for its super-cozy yet lightweight material, it's also loved for its luxurious look and affordable price.
To buy: amazon.com, $25
Rumpl High Performance Indoor/Outdoor Blanket
This one is made of durable, waterproof material, making it great for those packing for an outdoor adventure.
To buy: amazon.com, from $95
World's Best Cozy-soft Microfleece Travel Blanket
This microfleece blanket was designed with travel in mind. We're citing its compactible and lightweight material that could easily be rolled up to fit inside your packed carry-on. And at just $11? It's a steal.
To buy: amazon.com, $11
Cocoon CoolMax Blanket
Yes, this lightweight blanket may be super-thin, but according to Amazon reviewers, it still kept them super-warm.
To buy: amazon.com, $43
