And while it's generally understood that you can go home with your first-class airline pajamas — after all, no one's going to use them after you've already put them on — it's also understood that flight attendants will probably reuse the pillow and blanket for guests on the next flight (after a shake and a fluff, of ...

That’s a great question that comes up a lot! The short answer is: Yes, almost always.

Airlines intend for you to keep the pajamas (often called “sleepwear” or “loungewear”) provided in first class and business class on long-haul flights. They are considered a premium amenity, much like the amenity kit with skincare products, socks, and an eye mask.

Here are the key details:

• They are designed as a take-home item: They are typically packaged in a nice pouch or box. Flight attendants will usually explicitly tell you, “These are for you to keep.”
• Not offered on all flights: They are generally reserved for long-haul international flights (often 8+ hours) in first class and sometimes business class. You won’t find them on short domestic or regional flights.
• Quality varies by airline: The quality ranges from comfortable cotton to luxurious cashmere blends from brands like Pajama (Swiss), Derek Rose (British Airways), The White Company (Virgin Atlantic), or Givenchy (Korean Air).
• What if you don’t take them? Any unopened, unused kits are typically discarded after the flight for hygiene reasons, so there’s no benefit to leaving them behind.

A few rare exceptions/things to know:

1. Some Airlines “Loan” Them: A very small number of airlines (like Japan Airlines’ “JAL Couture” sleepwear in First Class) have, in the past, offered high-end pajamas that are collected before landing to be professionally cleaned and reused. However, this is increasingly rare