Ever walked past the luggage section and noticed those U-shaped travel pillows hanging on display? They're probably the first thing that comes to mind when you think of buying a travel pillow. But that's hardly your only option. 

Across Canada, you'll also find rectangular travel pillows, inflatable designs and options filled with microfiber or down. Some are sold in luggage stores, while others come from specialist pillow makers. You might find something quite different once you look beyond the usual travel-accessory aisle. 

Quick Answer

You can buy travel pillows in Canada from luggage and travel shops, larger retailers and marketplaces, or directly from specialist pillow brands. Luggage stores are useful if you want to see a pillow before buying, while online retailers offer more options to compare. Specialist brands are worth exploring if you're looking for particular materials or a less conventional pillow design. 

From Luggage Shops to Specialist Brands 

Where you shop affects what you can see, compare and check before buying. 

Luggage and Travel Shops 

Luggage shops usually stock a selection of travel pillows alongside their bags and accessories. You can see what's available locally, although certain materials or designs may be harder to find. 

Being able to handle a pillow before paying is an advantage. You can feel the fabric, check its size and see how easily it compresses. If you're leaving soon, you can also take it home without waiting for delivery. 

Major Retailers and Online Marketplaces 

Large retailers and online marketplaces are useful for comparing travel pillows across different brands and price points. You'll find familiar foam and inflatable designs, along with other shapes and materials. 

The trade-off is that you can't feel the pillow before ordering. Product photographs may not give you a clear idea of its actual size or how the filling feels. Look for dimensions, material details and photographs showing the pillow in use rather than relying on the product title alone. 

Direct From Specialist Brands 

You can also order directly from specialist pillow brands, which can make it easier to find product specifications, included accessories and purchase policies in one place. 

We make ours in Ottawa, and you'll find details about the materials, colours and included accessories in our travel pillow collection. We ship orders across Canada, and if you're nearby, you can arrange to pick yours up from us in Ottawa. 

Travel Pillow Returns and Guarantees 

Before ordering a travel pillow, take a quick look at the return policy. How long do you have to send it back? Does it need to be unused? And would you have to pay for return shipping? 

If you're ordering from us, our returns and guarantees policy allows you to return an unused pillow within 14 days of receiving it. You'll need to contact us first to arrange the return and keep the original packaging, so it's best not to throw it away straight after delivery. 

Are travel pillows sold at Canadian airports? 

Yes, many airport shops sell travel pillows alongside other travel accessories. Selection and prices vary, though, so you may not find a particular style or filling once you're at the airport. 

Can I find travel pillows that don't contain down or feathers? 

Yes. Microfibre-filled pillows are an option if you'd rather avoid down or feathers. Some also combine a soft outer filling with an inflatable centre, giving you cushioning with adjustable firmness. 

Can I replace part of my travel pillow instead of buying a new one? 

That depends on how it's made. Pillows with separate inserts or removable components may allow you to replace one part without replacing the whole pillow. For inflatable designs, ask the manufacturer whether a replacement inner insert is available.