Editors note: Prices are accurate as of 6:25 a.m. ET, Nov. 24 and this article will be updated regularly throughout the Black Friday sales with new prices and additional discounted items.
This year, Amazon is running its Black Friday sale early, and there are plenty of great deals on travel gear.
The online megastore will be releasing new deals each day through Nov. 27, so right now is a great time to start adding your most wanted products to your Amazon wish list in anticipation of them going on sale.
Don’t want to sift through Amazon to find the best deals? Don’t worry, we have you covered.
Here’s a snapshot of some of the best travel products on sale at Amazon for Black Friday.
Best deals on luggage trackers
Apple AirTags — $79.99 for a 4-pack (originally $99)
We regularly sing the praises of Apple AirTags for keeping an eye on your things, especially if you plan to check bags. While there isn’t a huge discount for them in the Black Friday sale, they are going for less than normal.
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Best deals on tablets
Amazon Fire tablets
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If you’re on the hunt for a good well-priced tablet to take on vacation, Amazon is currently running some great deals on its Fire range of tablets, with multiple options to suit all your needs. You can score the latest model, buy a kid-friendly device or snap up a slightly older version to save even more.
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Apple iPad Air (5th Generation) — $499.99 (originally $599)
The fifth-generation iPad Air features a crystal-clear 10.9-inch, anti-reflective Retina screen, 64 gigabytes of storage and a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera. Add in a battery life and performance-improving M1 chip that allows it to reach speeds 60% faster than earlier models, plus Touch ID security, and you have a high-end tablet perfect for Apple fanatics.
Buy: Apple iPad Air (5th Generation) for $499.99, (originally $599)
Best deals on Kindles
Amazon Kindle Scribe — $304.99 (originally 419.99)
A travel essential for 21st-century bookworms, a Kindle can help save room in your bag when you travel while still giving you more than enough reading material for when you’re at the pool or beach. This Black Friday, Amazon has a great discount on its Scribe edition — its first Kindle and digital notebook all in one.
Buy: Amazon Kindle Scribe for $304.99 (originally 419.99)
Best deals on chargers and travel adapters
Epicka Universal Travel Adapter — $19.99 (originally $24.99)
One of the most popular devices featured on TPG, this international travel adapter can charge six devices at once and works in more than 150 countries, including the U.S., Canada, Japan, Ireland, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, France and Germany. It’s current discount is small, but we expect it to drop further in the coming days.
Buy: Epicka Universal Travel Adapter for $19.99 (originally $24.99)
Anker Portable Charger — $29.99 (originally $31.99)
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Getting caught out with a dead battery while you’re on the move can be a huge inconvenience. In terms of pet peeves, it’s probably up there with sitting next to someone on a flight who won’t respect the unwritten rules of the armrest. Keep your devices powered with a portable charger. This one from Anker is small and packs a powerful power punch — it can charge an iPhone 12 up to 50% in 30 minutes.
Buy: Anker Portable Charger for $29.99 (originally $31.99)
FuelRod Portable Charger Kit — $34.99 for a 2-pack (originally $40)
FuelRods might not be the best external power sources out there, but they are incredibly easy to use in places like Disney where you can swap them for free. In the parks, FuelRods can cost around $30 each, but right now, you can get a pack of two for $24.49 via the Amazon Black Friday sale. Paying about $12 for each, instead of $30 each at a Disney park, is some savings worth noting.
Buy: FuelRod Portable Charger Kit for $34.99 (originally $40)
Anker Prime 67W USB-C Charger — $37.99 (originally $59.99)
Anker’s 67-watt USB-C charger lets you leave all your big and bulky power bricks at home. This small cube easily fits into your backpack, and boasts two USB-C ports and one USB-A port for easy charging of up to three devices.
Buy: Anker Prime 67W USB-C Charger on Amazon for $37.99 (originally $59.99)
Belkin BoostCharge Pro — $105 (normally $130.77)
This all-in-one dock can wirelessly charge up to three devices with just a single power cable. Additionally, with the introduction of Standby Mode with iOS 17, iPhone users can dock their phones and peek at all their important widgets even without touching the device.
Buy: Belkin BoostCharge Pro on Amazon for $105 (originally $130.77)
Best deals on luggage
Luggex luggage
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Luggex is renowned for its robust and reinforced luggage. If you’re worried about getting your belongings safely from point A to point B, these suitcases are essentially tanks in luggage form. You can get some great deals on several luggage options on Amazon this Black Friday.
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Samsonite luggage
At this point, Samsonite is pretty much an icon of the luggage world, as the products are consistently reliable and of high quality. If you’re looking for a good deal this Black Friday, you’re in luck: Amazon is slashing prices on various suitcases by Samsonite.
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American Tourister luggage
Another reliable mainstay on the luggage front, American Tourister is a great brand if you’re looking for something a little different from the previously mentioned items. You can currently snap up a great price on individual pieces and two-set pieces of the brand’s Stratum 2.0 hardside expandable luggage.
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Best backpack deals
Matein Travel Laptop Backpack — $23.99 (originally $39.96)
This Matein backpack can fit up to a 15.6-inch laptop and comes outfitted with a luggage strap to allow you to slide the backpack over the luggage upright handle tube. It also has anti-theft pockets and a built-in USB charger for your on-the-go charging needs.
Buy: Matein Travel Laptop Backpack for $23.99 (originally $39.96)
Best deals on packing cubes
Veken 8 Set Packing Cubes — $21.99 (originally $29.99)
This set of eight packing cubes normally costs $29.99 but is now available for $16.99 in various colors. With an average customer review of 4.7 stars out of 5 across more than 11,000 ratings, these cubes are popular with users.
Buy: Veken 8 Set Packing Cubes for $21.99 (originally $29.99)
Best deals on travel pillows
Yirfeikrer Travel Pillow — $11.99 (originally $14.99)
Take it from all of us at TPG: If you fly often, particularly on long-haul routes, a good travel pillow is an essential item that no traveler should be without. This option from Yirfeikrer features memory foam and comes with a storage bag so you can travel with the pillow without it taking up too much space in your carry-on bag. Plus, it’s available in 12 colors, including various solids and a floral print.
Buy: Yirfeikrer Travel Pillow for $11.99 (originally $14.99)
Gotdya Travel Pillow — $13.49 (originally $21.99)
Like the previous product, this travel pillow from Gotdya is also made with memory foam for extra comfort. Featuring dips in the pillow to more comfortably support your neck, the pillow’s shape helps keep your head from falling forward as you sleep.
Buy: Gotdya Travel Pillow for $13.49 (originally $21.99)
Best deals on headphones
Apple AirPods — $189.99 for Apple AirPods Pro (originally $249), $79 for Apple AirPods (originally $129)
A firm favorite here at TPG, Apple AirPods are ideal for those looking for great audio quality with tip-top sound-canceling capabilities. While not currently listed with a significant discount (we’d expect the price to drop further in the next few days), you can pick up a set of the second-generation AirPods Pro version at an 8% discount. If the newest technology isn’t necessary, you can get the second-generation AirPods at a 23% discount.
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Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones — $449.99 (originally $549)
If you prefer over-the-ear headphones, the AirPods Max offer Apple’s signature audio experience and top-notch noise cancellation in a modern and sleek package which provides up to 20 hours of listening time on a single charge; five minutes of charging provides an additional 90 minutes of listening time.
Buy: Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, $449.99(originally $549)
Sony WH-1000XM4 Premium Noise Canceling Headphones — $248 (originally $283.99)
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An excellent pair of premium headphones, the Sony WH-1000XM4 Premium Noise Canceling Headphones pack up to 30 hours of battery life and can quickly charge in just 10 minutes to offer you five hours of crystal-clear playback.
Buy: Sony WH-1000XM4 Premium Noise Canceling Headphones for $248 (originally $283.99)
Sony LinkBuds S Truly Wireless Noise Canceling Earbuds — $128 (originally $199.99)
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Looking for a worthy contender for Apple’s AirPods? The Sony LinkBuds S are the world’s smallest and lightest noise-canceling headphones. These micro earbuds are ergonomically designed so you can comfortably wear them all day, even on the longest flights (we’re looking at you, New York City to Singapore).
Buy: Sony LinkBuds S Truly Wireless Noise Canceling Earbuds for $128 (originally $199.99)
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds — $159.99 (originally $229.99)
For a smaller noise-canceling option, try these earbuds from Samsung. They use “intelligent active noise cancellation” to quiet all distractions outside your ear so you can tune into your music, phone calls and more.
Buy: Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds for $159.99 (originally $229.99)
Soundcore by Anker Life Noise Cancelling Wireless Earbuds — $54.99 (originally $69.99)
A budget-friendly option, these wireless earbuds from Soundcore provide six microphones and a noise-canceling algorithm. With up to 35 hours of playtime, including seven hours on a single charge, this is an impressive yet affordable choice.
Buy: Soundcore by Anker Life Noise Cancelling Wireless Earbuds for $54.99 (originally $69.99)
Best deals on smartwatches
Google Pixel Watch — $199.99 (originally $349.99)
If you’ve had a hankering for a Google Pixel smartwatch for a while, now is the time to pounce. It’s currently on sale for an absolute steal compared to its usual asking price.
Buy: Google Pixel Watch for $199.99 (originally $349.99)
Garmin Vivoactive 4 — $299.99 (originally $329.99)
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A great smartwatch for travelers who pride themselves on their more active and adventurous sensibilities, the Garmin Vivoactive 4 comes preloaded with more than 20 GPS and indoor sports apps (including running, yoga and swimming). It also tracks your energy levels via pulse oximetry technology, and you can download songs via Spotify, Amazon Music and Deezer to soundtrack your most adventurous moments.
Buy: Garmin Vivoactive 4 for $299.99 (originally $329.99)
Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation) — $239 (originally $299)
The second-generation Apple Watch SE is on sale at $50 less than the usual asking price in the starlight aluminum case and sport band option.
Buy: Apple Watch SE (second generation) for $239 (originally $299).
Best deals on travel accessories
Kidde Battery-Powered Carbon Monoxide Detector — $17.21 (originally $27.99)
The Kidde battery-powered carbon monoxide detector runs on two AA batteries, which are included in the packaging. No wiring is required, and you can mount the detector on a wall or set it on a tabletop. It’s also pretty compact at 4.5 inches by 1.5 inches by 2.75 inches. So, it shouldn’t take up a ton of space in your travel-friendly backpack.
Buy: Kidde Battery-Powered Carbon Monoxide Detector for $17.21 (originally $27.99)
Riemot Luggage Travel Cup Holder — $9.99 (originally $13.99)
We’ve all been there. You just picked up a coffee at the airport, and now you need to figure out how you’ll hold the cup, wheel your bag and carry your purse or briefcase without spilling the drink. This Luggage Travel Cup Holder fits perfectly on the handle of your rollaboard, and it’s the perfect place to put your coffee when you’re hustling to the gate.
Buy: Riemot Luggage Travel Cup Holder on Amazon for $9.99 (originally $13.99)
Aluan Handheld Mini Fan — $9.66 (originally $11.99)
Whether it’s a long-haul flight that doesn’t feature personal air nozzles or an Uber ride with broken air conditioning, don’t leave your loved ones’ thermal comfort in the hands of someone else. This fan is small, portable and packs a windy bunch to keep you cool in all situations.
Buy: Aluan Handheld Mini Fan on Amazon for $9.66 (originally $11.99)
SABRE Door Stop Security Alarm – $13.25 (originally $14.99)
This door alarm is small and lightweight — making it great for travelers — and it’ll provide extra piece of mind in hotels and Airbnbs.
Buy: SABRE Door Stop Security Alarm on Amazon for $13.25 (originally $14.99)
JetKids by Stokke BedBox Ride-on Suitcase — $183.20 (originally $229)
If you’re shopping for a future world explorer, the Stokke JetKids Ride-On Suitcase should fit the bill. It come in six colors and kids can also ride on top of it when they get tired — a win-win gift.
Buy: JetKids by Stokke BedBox Ride-on Suitcase on Amazon for $183.20 (originally $229)
Lonely Planet’s “Best in Travel 2024” — $16.19 (originally $17.99)
This title will provide the ultimate trip inspiration, and it packs some great recommendations that are sure to impress even the most discerning travelers. Note: Lonely Planet is owned by TPG’s parent company, Red Ventures.
Buy: Lonely Planet Best in Travel 2024 on Amazon for $16.19 (originally $17.99)
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