The 31+ best Cyber Monday travel deals to shop while you still can
Cyber Monday is a great time to shop deals on luggage, bags, travel tech and more.
4.9-star average rating from 4,274 reviews on Calpak
This durable, water-resistant bag is the NBC Select Travel Award winner for best duffel bag because of its spacious main compartment and various interior and exterior pockets. The bag also has a shoe compartment and a trolley sleeve, making it great for both everyday use and travel.
4.7-star average rating from 6,149 reviews on Amazon
Another NBC Select Travel Award winner, these iOS Bluetooth trackers are great for both travel and everyday commutes. Within 30 feet of your Airtag, you can pinpoint its location using the FindMy app, and can find the location via maps outside of that range, according to the brand. However, Airtags only work with Apple devices.
4.6-star average rating from 12,858 reviews on Away Travel
This hardshell suitcase fit all of our criteria during our NBC Select Travel Awards testing, which is why it won our best overall award. It comes with a small bag for laundry storage, interior straps and buckles to help secure your items, and a TSA-approved lock, according to the brand. It also has an adjustable handle and 360-degree spinner wheels.
4.8-star average rating from 3,842 reviews on Dagne Dover
This is our favorite commuter backpack because of its padded straps, which make it comfortable to wear for extended periods of time. It has front, side and interior pockets, and is also easy to clean with gentle soap and water. After trying it for two months, NBC Select editorial projects manager Rebecca Rodriguez called it “a major upgrade.”
4.5-star average rating from 20,152 reviews on Amazon
You can use this phone holder to clip onto your in-flight tray table so you can watch movies, sports and more hands-free. It can rotate 360 degrees and is compatible with a range of phone sizes, according to the brand.
4.7-star average rating from 4,430 reviews on Lo & Sons
We chose this as the most durable weekender bag because of its spacious design and sturdy material. It has a zippered, bottom compartment for shoe storage, a pass-through sleeve on the back, and an adjustable messenger strap with removable padding, according to the brand. It’s made from an eco-friendly, water-resistant recycled polyester.
4-star average rating from 7,421 reviews on Amazon
Lowest price ever
This power bank won an NBC Giftable Tech Award and is used by multiple NBC Select staff for flights, trains and everyday commuting. It plugs into any lightning port, and can give devices like iPhones, iPads and AirPods an almost full charge, according to the brand. It also comes in a USB-C version for newer phones.
4.5-star average rating from 12,741 reviews on Amazon
These bottles are TSA-approved, leakproof and designed to hold up to three ounces of our favorite shampoo, body wash, lotion and more. They’re also made of a BPA-free, food-grade silicone that makes it safe to use on edible liquids like sauce, baby food and more, according to the brand.
4.4-star average rating from 5,104 reviews on Amazon
This wireless charger is compatible with MagSafe Apple devices, and can charge up to three devices at once, according to the brand. It weighs only 4.5 ounces, so you can carry it easily while traveling, and it takes less than three hours to charge fully. You can also use it as an on-the-go phone stand.
4.5-star rating from 138 reviews on Amazon
Lowest price ever
These Tile trackers also won an NBC Select Travel Award because they make it easy for Android users to locate their luggage, keys and more. Ping the trackers from your phone to set off an audible alarm, or pinpoint the exact location of your items via the Tile app. This set includes two battery-operated trackers: one black and one white.
4.2-star rating from 17,862 reviews on Amazon
Block out the world around you with these Bluetooth sleep headphones, which are one of the best Amazon tech gadgets for travel. The 3-D memory foam eye mask cancels out light and the flat, cushioned speakers play music, white noise or podcasts straight into your ears. It comes in four color options and the rechargeable battery lasts for up to 12 hours, according to the brand.
4.6-star rating from 12,301 reviews on Amazon
These packing cubes compress your clothing and separate your suitcase into individual organizers, so you can maximize space and grab one item without upsetting everything else. The set includes four cubes, plus a shoe bag, a drawstring laundry bag, an accessories pouch and a hanging toiletries organizer. Get it in your choice of 17 color options.
4.7-star rating from 14,333 reviews on Amazon
NBC Page Hannah Fuechtman used these TSA-approved travel luggage locks while backpacking around Europe to ensure peace of mind. They’re made from durable alloy and stainless steel with a cable that’s compatible with most types of luggage, according to the brand. You can also set your own combinations on the easy-to-read dials.
4.6-star average rating from 6,163 reviews on Amazon
These bags are a “go-to eco-friendly storage product” of NBC Select reporter Zoe Malin. They’re made from a reusable silicone, and are microwave-, freezer- and dishwasher-safe, according to the brand. They also come in more than 20 colors.
4.5-star average rating from 61 reviews on Amazon
This suitcase won our NBC Select Travel Award for best softshell suitcase because of its durable material, which is also water-resistant, according to the brand. The suitcase includes a removable panel that helps to compress your clothes’ packing space, and is also very lightweight. It has a sleek design and eight wheels for smooth movement during travel.
4.7-star average rating from 7,023 reviews on Amazon
This microfleece travel blanket comes with a carrying case that also doubles as a matching pillow, according to the brand. The pillow also has a sleeve in the back so you can slip it onto your suitcase handle, and an included carabiner so you can attach it directly to your bag. It comes in six colors.
4.5-star average rating from 35,533 reviews on Amazon
This packing cube set comes with eight pieces, including a toiletry bag, regular packing cubes, a shoe bag and a sock bag, according to the brand. The fabric is durable and water-repellent, and able to hold up to wear and tear during travel. Each bag also has a double-way zipper and a mesh-top panel to help avoid odors, according to the brand.
4.5-star average rating from 25,573 reviews on Amazon
This electronics organizer is compact and lightweight, and is made from waterproof double layers that protect your accessories from damage, according to the brand. The organizer has interior mesh pockets and straps to help fit charger cables, hard drives and more, along with slide-through pockets for power banks and other mid-size devices. The bag comes in small and medium sizes, and 19 colors.
4.9-star average rating from 1,434 reviews on Amazon
This lunch bag is one of my office essentials. It has an insulated lining, exterior pockets and a water-resistant interior to protect from spills. It also has a drawstring closure that makes it easy to grab on your way out the door.
5-star average rating from 4 reviews on Amazon
These packing cubes are made from a soft, fluffy fabric that helps to pad your items during travel, according to the brand. The set includes one large bag, two medium bags, a shoe bag and a laundry bag — everything you need to pack for your next trip. Each bag also has a dual zipper and a handle for easy portability.
Here are the best Cyber Monday travel sales to know about. Keep in mind, not every item from a brand or retailer is discounted as described below.
All of my recommendations above are based on NBC Select’s previous coverage and reporting. I also included products the NBC Select staff tested, including Travel Award, and Giftable Tech Award winners. All the deals I recommend are at least 20% off and highly rated with at least a 4.0-star average rating from hundreds of reviews. When possible, I ran deals through price trackers like CamelCamelCamel to ensure products are at their lowest price in at least three months.
I’m an associate reporter for NBC Select who has covered deals and sales for over a year, including rounding up the best sales to shop each week.
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