Best Travel Headphones in 2025 – Top Picks from Capi

When you’re on the move, great headphones are more than just accessories – they’re your peace, your entertainment, and your focus. At Capi, we’ve selected six of the best travel headphones of 2025 that deliver premium sound, comfort, and long battery life. These are the models that make your journey quieter, smoother, and stress-free. 1) Bose QuietComfort Ultra II Headphones Sometimes, quiet is the ultimate luxury. The QuietComfort Ultra II takes Bose’s legendary noise cancellation even further with adaptive sound tuning that makes every journey calmer. Technical highlights:

• Up to 24 hours battery with ANC on; ~18 with Immersive Audio enabled.
• Bluetooth multipoint: connect two devices at once.
• CustomTune technology adapts ANC and sound to your ears.
• Lightweight (~253 g), foldable design with plush earcups.

Why it’s great for travel: Bose sets the gold standard for noise cancellation, blocking out jets and chatter so you can rest, work, or simply enjoy silence on the move. 2) Sony WH-1000XM6 Sony’s WH-1000XM6 raises the bar again, combining superb ANC, excellent sound quality, and all-day comfort in a travel-friendly design. Technical highlights:

• 12 microphones with Sony’s new QN3 processor for industry-leading ANC.
• High-res audio with LDAC, AAC, SBC, LC3.
• Up to 30 hours battery with ANC on; 40 hours with ANC off.
• Foldable, lightweight (~254 g) with quick charge for hours of playback in minutes.

Why it’s great for travel: Premium noise cancellation and long-lasting battery make it ideal for long-haul flights, while its foldable design makes it easy to pack. 3) JBL Tour One M3 A versatile pick that balances strong ANC, immersive sound, and reliable performance for business and leisure travellers alike. Technical highlights:

• Adaptive ANC + Smart Ambient mode for flexibility.
• Spatial audio support for movies and games.
• Up to 50 hours battery life (30 with ANC on).
• Quick charge: ~5 hours playback from 10 minutes.
• Multipoint Bluetooth with Google Fast Pair.

Why it’s great for travel: With powerful ANC and one of the best batteries in its class, this is the perfect choice if you need one headphone for work, play, and everything in between. 4) Bowers & Wilkins Luxury design meets audiophile-grade sound. The Px7 S3 brings British hi-fi quality to your travels without sacrificing portability. Technical highlights:

• Custom 40 mm drivers, angled for a wider soundstage.
• Adaptive ANC with six microphones for crystal-clear performance.
• 30 hours battery with ANC on; fast charge delivers 7 hours in 15 minutes.
• Premium materials: memory-foam cushions, refined finishes.

Why it’s great for travel: Designed for travellers who value sound precision and style, the Px7 S3 delivers concert-level performance in a package built for comfort and endurance. 5) Monitor III A.N.C. Retro design, modern sound. The Monitor III delivers Marshall’s signature punch in a package that looks as good as it sounds. Technical highlights:

• Iconic Marshall tuning with strong bass and clear mids.
• Foldable design and rugged build for travel.
• Bluetooth multipoint support.
• Long battery life with quick-charge capability.

Why it’s great for travel: Perfect if you want something different – bold looks, practical travel features, and sound that makes your playlist pop while you’re on the go. 6) Sonos Ace  Sonos’ first over-ear headphones bring the brand’s home-audio expertise into your travel bag. Rich, immersive sound meets clever features. Technical highlights:

• Spatial audio with Dolby Atmos and dynamic head tracking.
• Up to 30 hours battery with ANC on; quick charge = 3 hours in minutes.
• Multipoint Bluetooth and ambient awareness mode.
• Plush memory-foam earcups for long-wear comfort.

Why it’s great for travel: These turn your seat into a cinema, with spatial audio and head tracking for unmatched immersion. Comfortable enough for a long-haul, they’re the pick for travellers who want to be fully surrounded by sound.   Travel in Sound & Comfort From Bose’s legendary silence to Bowers & Wilkins’ luxury tuning, these six headphones bring you peace, performance, and personality wherever you go. Find them at selected Capi stores and choose your perfect travel companion.