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Band-Aid Travel Ready Portable Emergency First Aid Kit for Minor Wound Care with Assorted Adhesive Bandages, Gauze Pads & More, Ideal for Travel, Car & On-The-Go, 80 pc

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• 80-piece Johnson & Johnson Travel Ready First Aid Kit for on-the-go first aid wound care outside your home
• Available in an easy-to-carry, organized case, this portable wound care kit contains 80 essential first aid items and comes in a convenient size that is ideal for storing in car or luggage
• The mini first aid kit contains thirty Band-Aid Brand Flexible Fabric Adhesive Bandages in assorted sizes and twenty-one .75-by-3-inch Band-Aid Brand TRU-STAY Sheer Adhesive Bandages to cover and protect minor cuts and scrapes
• This travel kit also contains one full sized Neosporin + Pain Relief First Aid Antibiotic Ointment with bacitracin zinc; and 10 2-by-2-inch Johnson & Johnson Sterile Gauze All Purpose Dressings to clean wounds and help prevent infection
• Additional wound care supplies include nine 5-by-7.75-inch Johnson & Johnson Hand Cleansing Wipes

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Band-Aid Travel Ready Portable Emergency First Aid Kit for Minor Wound Care with Assorted Adhesive Bandages, Gauze Pads & More, Ideal for Travel

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Stay prepared while on the road with the Johnson & Johnson Travel Ready First Aid Kit. Designed for pack-and-go convenience, this mini portable first aid kit contains essential wound care items for active travel. The easy-to-carry case contains products to help clean cuts and scrapes and prevent wound infection, including a variety of adhesive bandages in assorted sizes, cleansing wipes, antibiotic ointment and gauze pads. The wound care kit contains premium items from brands such as Band-Aid Brand Adhesive Bandages and Neosporin. Complete with 80 first aid items, its convenient size is ideal for storing in your car, vehicle or luggage for emergency first aid on-the-go.

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• Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 5.5 x 1.6 inches; 6.88 ounces
• Item model number ‏ : ‎ 823056
• Date First Available ‏ : ‎ August 26, 2022
• Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Johnson & Johnson
• ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0B41MYSGP
• Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA
• #4 in First Aid Kits (Health & Household)

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The 6 Best Travel First Aid Kits of 2024

Be prepared for any situation with a travel first aid kit that provides plenty of supplies stored in a case that won't squish in your luggage.

Alesandra Dubin is an LA-based lifestyle writer and editor. As a veteran digital journalist, she's covered travel, food, parenting, and more for over 15 years. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, TripSavvy, and countless other online and print outlets. An avid traveler, she often trots the globe with her husband and their twins. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter at @alicedubin. Alesandra holds a master's degree in journalism with an emphasis on cultural reporting and criticism from NYU, and a bachelor's degree from UC Berkeley.

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In my early travel years, I took more physical risks: I hiked Yosemite’s Half Dome and the Grand Canyon rim to river to rim. (I’d lost both big toenails by the end of it.) Once, I dislocated my thumb whitewater rafting in Bali in the rain — it was all in great fun.

Now that I’m a parent of twins (and, let’s be honest — now that I’m older and just plain soft), I’m more likely to avail myself of the amenities at a five-star resort than I am to engage in risky physical activities. But small accidents can and do happen all the time. And that’s why —  as the daughter of a doctor and a biologist , and a parent to school-aged kids who always get into something — I always travel with some form of first aid kit. For me, it's just a no-brainer. 

For expert insight on what to look for in a travel first aid kit and how to pack and maintain them, I spoke with Dr. LouAnn Giangreco, chief medical officer at American Family Care. Based on my research and experience as well as the doctor’s expert advice, I compared various top-selling travel first aid kits, making sure to consider the overall size, number and variety of items, and specific features like waterproofing. These are my favorite travel first aid kits I'll be packing for my upcoming adventures.

Best Overall

Band-aid johnson & johnson all-purpose portable compact first-aid kit.

This kit has a protective hard case and includes a solid range of brand-name products, so you know the quality you can expect.

The plastic case is bulky, making this a better kit for a car trip than a backpacking adventure.

This compact, comprehensive, and ruggedly packaged first aid kit checks all the boxes. I like that it includes brand-name products brands including Band-aid, Neosporin, and Benadryl, so you know what you’re getting (and can assure your bandage will actually stick to your skin). Plus, the streamlined and refillable hard-plastic case is durable so it stands up well to rattling around on road trips or shoved in amid camping gear . (The red packaging also makes it easy to spot in a hurry.) While I wouldn’t travel with this on a plane — I’m a carry-on only type — I’d bring it on road trips or camping trips.

The 160-piece kit includes all the essentials to tend to cuts, scrapes, burns, insect bites — all the usual suspects. It has cleansing wipes, gauze pads, assorted bandages, rolled gauze, antibiotic cream, itch cream, acetaminophen, an instant cold pack, gloves, and more. There’s also a first aid guide included.

The Details: 9.5 x 7 x 3.25 inches | 1 pound | Plastic

Best Waterproof

Adventure medical kits ultralight/watertight .9 first-aid kit.

This kit is super light and watertight, so it’s ideal for performance in extreme conditions.

While this kit is watertight, it should not be fully submerged in water.

This lightweight kit is built for performance; it’s ideal for wet, rugged conditions with a zippered ripstop outer bag and two watertight pouches to protect the contents. This kit contains everything you need for basic wound care, a range of OTC meds (for pain, fever, swelling, and allergies), and a solid collection of additional equipment: gloves, splinter picker forceps, irrigation syringe, safety pins, and a roll of duct tape. 

While I’m not a serious hiker or camper anymore, I have plenty of travel uses for a water-tight first aid kit even in the city — like rainy conditions, and even protecting my first aid supplies from from other product spills. ​​I also like that it’s bright yellow, so it’s easy to identify when you need it.

The Details: 9.5 x 7 x 2.5 inches | 10.4 ounces | Silnylon | Waterproof

Best Mini Kit

Coleman all purpose first aid kit.

Although small, this case is mighty: it’s ultralight, but well stocked.

This sleek kit is a must-have for all-purpose travel first aid solutions, but it’s not adequate for more serious hazards.

You can’t expect a full first aid inventory in an itty-bitty kit, but this one does a nice job of balancing a super-streamlined profile with the most key essentials for everyday travel mishaps like small cuts or scrapes. It includes latex-free bandages, antibiotic ointment, antiseptic wipes, and even safety pins. 

The kit is housed in a tin case — picture the size of a tin of mints— which is sturdy and crush-resistant. I’d stash this kit not just in my purse, but in each backpack for the whole family. (Redundancy is the key to preparedness, in my experience as both a mom and as a frequent traveler.) It's also the perfect size to tuck into a bike bag for any potential road mishaps. And the small kit comes with a reasonably small price point, too.

The Details: 0.88 x 2.5 x 3.88 inches | 1 ounce | Tin

Best for Families

American red cross red cross first aid kit.

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For its compact size and light weight, this well-stocked kit is nicely equipped for family travel.

Given its soft and lightweight construction, this soft case is not waterproof or rugged.

This 73-piece kit is robust enough for daily first aid, but compact and lightweight enough to travel with when space is at a minimum. It even fits in a bike bag , or in a backpack for day hikes , and slides right into the door compartment of a car.

All of the contents are latex free, so it’s fine to use for people with latex allergies. The soft-pack kit weighs just over 13 ounces and the longest side is just over 9 inches. It includes a range of bandages, ointments, hand sanitizer, aspirin, a CPR mask, a thermometer (for one-time use), gloves, scissors, and tweezers. 

The Details: 7.5 x 9 x 2.5 inches | 13.1 ounces | Nylon

Best for Outdoor Use

Hart outdoor weekend first-aid kit.

This well-organized kit has clear compartments for quick access.

This kit has a substantial bulk to it.

This well-stocked kit has enough stuff for three people on a weekend trip. And it’s especially well organized, with clear, labeled pockets and elastic loops. Spacious pockets with hook-and-loop closures make it easy to get everything in and out, and to customize the kit for your use. I also like that the list of the kit’s contents is printed right on the back so you can see what you have (and replace anything you’ve used). 

This kit includes medications, wound cleansers, and topical relief products packaged in single-dose packages, plus an array of bandages, gauze, tape, scissors, forceps, and an elastic bandage. And it also includes a plainspoken manual written by a wilderness medicine physician.

The Details: 6.5 x 5.5 x 2 inches | 9.5 ounces | Polyester

Best for Road Trips

Surviveware waterproof premium first aid kit.

This kit is thoroughly stocked in a durable and waterproof case, plus the clear labeling system makes it easy to identify what you need in a crunch-time situation.

The watertight zipper is snug and may require extra effort to open.

Road trips require less streamlined packing than air travels, so this larger 200-piece kit is plenty feasible for the car or RV and comes stocked with all the essentials. Labeled and organized inner compartments make it easy to find what you need at a glance. It includes high-quality versions of the basics of wound and burn care, plus shears, tweezers, splinter probes, and safety pins. It even includes a CPR mask and extra internal sleeves to customize your kit.

Plus, this kit is durable and fully waterproof, with watertight zippers to keep the contents dry; the waterproof feature makes this kit a good match for boaters and severe weather conditions, too).

The Details: 7.5 x 5.5 x 3.5 inches | 2.25 pound | TPU fabric | Waterproof

Tips for Buying a Travel First Aid Kit

Pack the essentials.

The number one thing to include in a first aid kit is bleeding control supplies, according to Dr. Giangreco. Depending on the size of your kit, this would include bandages, compression dressings, tape, and ointment. She also recommends carrying hand sanitizer and gloves whenever you might be in a situation to care for others.

Obviously, smaller travel kits don’t accommodate a comprehensive inventory of supplies. But this is the full list of tools the American Red Cross suggests for a first aid kit for a family of four:

• A first aid guide
• Absorbent compress dressings (5 x 9 inches)
• Adhesive bandages (of assorted sizes)
• Adhesive cloth tape (10 yards x 1 inch)
• Antibiotic ointment packets
• Antiseptic wipe packets
• Emergency blanket
• Breathing barrier (with one-way valve)
• Instant cold compress
• Non-latex gloves
• Hydrocortisone ointment packets
• Gauze roll (roller) bandage
• Roller bandage (4 inches wide)
• Sterile gauze pads
• A thermometer (non-mercury/non-glass)
• Triangular bandages

Don’t forget to refill before every trip

If you’ve used any items from your first aid kit, don’t forget to replace them before your next trip. You should also check expiration dates periodically and replace any expired items. Dr. Giangreco recommends noting the printed expiration dates on supplies such as medications and setting a calendar alert to replace them about a month before they expire. She also suggests opening your kit and checking your supplies before each trip in case any of the contents have been water damaged or affected by temperature variations.

Customize your first aid kit

You should customize your kit with any personal medicines for your group’s specific needs. For instance, if you are allergic to bees, include an EpiPen. If you’re diabetic, include a source of quick sugar. “Think about chronic conditions,” Giangreco says. 

Further, she says, customize your kit to your particular activities and potential hazards. “If there’s a risk of extremity injury, think about things like Ace wraps or splints,” she says. “My daughter is a ski racer — and skis have sharp edges, so they carry tourniquets . Or if you're diving, you may want to think about things like hot packs to denature stings or forceps tweezers to be able to remove spines.”

Make sure you have the training to use your supplies

The items in your kit are only valuable in an emergency if you know how to use them, so make sure you’re first aid trained, Giangreco says. "Take a Stop the Bleed course, learn CPR, learn how to use an AED, and then you'll be better prepared," she added.

Yes, TSA allows first aid kits and supplies. However, some specific rules apply. For instance, TSA allows larger amounts of medically necessary liquids, gels, and aerosols in reasonable quantities for your trip, but you must declare them to the officers at the checkpoint to be inspected. Be sure to take a look at TSA's list of authorized medical supplies before heading to the airport.

You should carry a first aid kit just about everywhere you go, even if you’re just exploring around an urban environment with plenty of resources. “[Then] you’re not trying to chase down a gift shop or pharmacy,” Giangreco says — or overpay enormously for convenience.

You should always carry any necessary medications in your carry-on or personal item bag, in case your luggage is lost, damaged, or delayed. Keep medicines in their original containers labeled with your full name, health care provider's name, generic and brand name, and dosage, according to the CDC’s guidelines .

Why Trust Travel + Leisure?

Alesandra Dubin used her experience as a travel and lifestyle writer and professional product reviewer, as well as research, to highlight the best first aid kits for travel. As a frequent traveler and mom to 9-year-old twins, she regularly encounters minor injuries and discomforts on the road, and always travels with first aid supplies to cover her family’s needs. She also spoke with Dr. LouAnn Giangreco, chief medical officer at American Family Care , to gather the best tips for keeping safe and healthy while traveling.

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The 7 Best Travel First Aid Kits for Unexpected Emergencies [2023]

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Injuries happen without respect for time or location, and traveling without a first aid kit is asking for trouble.

That’s why it’s important to have a handy and compact first aid kit that includes a wound disinfection component, gauze pads, and adhesive tape to keep the gauze fixed. These elements can help you prevent wound infection if you end up getting a cut while on the move.

To be fully prepared, you need to ensure that your first aid kit is well-equipped, so let’s take a look at what you should look for.

Before buying a first aid travel kit, you should consider a few factors to help you make the right decision. Not every kit is suitable for all types of injuries, so you may have to prioritize.

You should also consider how well the first aid kit fits into your luggage or backpack and whether it has enough space for you to add personal medication .

Finally, the medical pieces included can vary greatly, as some kits mainly consist of gauze pads, while others are filled with items for more serious injuries. Here are some of the main features to consider before buying a first aid kit for traveling.

Compact Size

Every usable travel first aid kit comes with a carrying bag, so consider whether the size of the bag fits into your luggage . It largely depends on the number of items included, as some kits come with 100 medical pieces and others with up to 300.

Bottom Line: To help you decide on your size needs, consider the number of people going on the trip and how long you will be away.

Medical Pieces

There are differences in the contents of each first aid kit, but some items are essential. When buying a first aid kit for traveling, make sure it comes with gauze pads, medical tape, bandages, antiseptics, gloves, trauma dressing, and scissors .

These are just some of the items you can use to disinfect and dress a wound to make sure it’s clean until you get back to your hotel or reach a hospital in the case of more serious wounds.

Number of Pieces

If you are going on a trip for a day or 2, the chances are that basic first aid kits will suffice. However, if you are going on a longer trip, especially with your family or friends, you need to bring a well-equipped kit.

These often include up to 300 pieces in a set and will almost certainly be sufficient for any injury you might suffer. It’s always a good idea to bring a well-equipped kit on trips to faraway destinations — just in case.

If you plan on bringing personal medication in combination with all the medical pieces in a first aid kit, you should put labels on every medication . By doing so, you will prevent confusion if you need to use a certain item in case of an emergency.

Bottom Line: Wherever you’re headed, a first aid kit is part of any list of essentials for camping , hiking , or the beach .

Covering a range of sizes for different lengths of trips, this list includes some of the best medical sets you can use for first aid.

1. Full Travel First Aid Set With 300 Pieces

First aid only all-purpose essentials soft-sided first aid kit.

This set is a complete yet compact travel solution with dimensions suitable for travel at a 9.2-inch length and 7-inch height. The First Aid Only complete first aid kit comes with 300 pieces and only weighs a pound while catering to all sorts of emergencies and smaller injuries .

Because of its size, it’s even a great solution for short trips. It comes with a hygienic medical preservation bag where all the items are stored. The bag also keeps the items inside organized and labeled, so you can easily find whatever you might need.

It fits into a backpack or a travel bag, and some of the most important pieces include adhesive bandages of all sizes, antibiotic ointment, butterfly wound closures, applicators, and gauze pads.

What We Like:

• A compact and complete medical set

What We Don’t Like:

• Doesn’t leave much room for personal medication

2. Complete Medical and Survival Kit for Traveling

Everlit 250 pieces survival first aid kit.

If you are looking for a complete survival set for tackling nature, rather than just a medical first aid kit, the Everlit survival kit is a perfect option. It comes with 250 pieces of medical supplies, including some useful survival kit additions.

It has all the medical essentials like alcohol prep pads, adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, safety pins, cotton tips , and cotton balls . You can also find a CPR mask, metal tweezers, scissors, PVC gloves, and other equipment.

As for the survival supplies, there’s a tactical EMT molle bag, disposable poncho, fire starter , tactical flashlight, and a glow stick, in case you plan on spending some time in nature.

• The survival essentials
• The bag might be a bit bulky

3. Small Package First Aid Kit for Short Journeys

Mini first aid kit 110 pieces small first aid kit.

Those in pursuit of a small and compact first aid kit will be surprised at how many essentials can fit into this small package. The mini first aid kit from General Medi has 110 pieces, including some surprising additions like an emergency foil blanket, a CPR respirator, and scissors .

As for the run-of-the-mill medical supplies it contains, there are adhesive plasters, sterile gauze pads, cleaning swabs, a conforming bandage, and a triangular bandage. You can also find alcohol prep pads and antiseptic towelettes among the contents.

The small package made of waterproof nylon with a zip opening ensures that your medical supplies are safe and compact enough for carrying anywhere.

• Small and compact
• No room in the bag for personal medication

4. Mini Kit With 27 Medical Essentials

Coleman all purpose mini first aid kit.

A unique option for those who want only the essentials is the Coleman All Purpose mini first aid kit. This solution comes in a small pack of 0.88 x 3.88 inches, so it can easily fit into any backpack pocket or travel bag storage space.

Despite its tiny size, it provides all the essentials. The kit comes with 27 items, including 2 butterfly bandages, large safety pins, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment, and 1 razor blade.

This set provides all the basics you might need in case of a small injury, and the embedded cross logo makes it easier to find it in your baggage.

• Its small size
• Limited supplies

5. Mini First Aid Pack With Crush-Resistant Bag

Thriaid mini first aid kit 100 pieces water-resistant hard shell.

If you want a sturdy container for your medical supplies, you can benefit from using the Thriaid mini first aid pack. It comes with a hard-shell carrying bag that’s crush-resistant and water-resistant , so you can feel at ease knowing all your medical essentials are safe.

This pack comes with more than 100 medical necessities for first aid, all inside of a useful bag that can be repurposed. In case of injuries, you can rely on internationally-certified products for wound disinfection and tending.

The contents include disposal gloves, scissors, an antiseptic towelette, different sizes of bandages and gauze pads, and adhesive plasters.

• The crush-resistant shell
• Zipper bag should be sensitively handled

Hot Tip: You may need to check any luggage that contains scissors that are longer than 4 inches from the pivot point. See more details in our guide to the items you can and cannot bring through TSA security .

6. Bandage and Pain Relief Balm Pack

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Welly’s Bravery Balm travel kit includes just enough items for 1 person to use to tend to cuts and abrasions while traveling. The set includes 1 small tin box that’s 4 inches long and 1.7 inches wide, and everything fits right into it.

The pack includes 13 essentials such as Bravery Balm triple antibiotic and pain relief ointment . The Welly set also includes 12 flexible fabric bandages of standard sizes.

• Perfect for solo travel
• Lacks some medical equipment like scissors and gloves

7. Great for Minor First Aid Interventions

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If you’re looking for a small first aid kit that’s great for minor interventions, this Johnson & Johnson kit likely has just what you need. It’s small enough for traveling and comes in 3 identical small medical packs.

While this set might not be enough for treating major wounds, you can treat small injuries perfectly well. The set comes with 12 pieces in each pack and includes hand cleansing wipes, gauze pads, band-aids, and adhesive plasters . These sets fit into any travel bag for easy portability, even on short trips.

• A carrying bag isn’t included

Your choice of first aid kit all comes down to the type of travel you are planning in terms of the length of your trip and the number of people that will use the kit.

All of the listed options are great for minor interventions, while sets like the First Aid Only 300-piece pack serve as a more comprehensive solution. The size of a kit is also a factor to consider, as you will need one that fits easily into your luggage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should you look for in a first aid kit.

The most important medical supplies you should have at your disposal while traveling includes gauze pads, bandages, antiseptics, and antibiotic ointment. You might also need medical tape and tweezers. Keep in mind that a first aid kit is only meant to treat minor injuries.

How many items should be in a first aid box?

It depends on your needs, including the length of your trip and the number of people in your group, but they range from 12 pieces to over 300 pieces. You should always opt for a compact kit that still has as many supplies as you need.

Do first aid sets include CPR essentials?

Some better-equipped first aid kits include CPR masks along with regular medical essentials but most mini travel first aid kits do not.

What’s the best first aid travel kit size?

If you are like most travelers, chances are you don’t have much room to spare in your luggage. So look for a compact solution, some of which can fit more than 100 pieces in a bag or case no longer than 10 inches.

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I recently wrote about my experience getting sick upon returning home from our incredible Caribbean cruise. It's no fun to be sick but it's especially bad when you're on the road. While Covid, flu and RSV cases spike in the winter months, it's smart to be prepared no matter what time of year you're traveling. RELATED: Why You Should Add These 8 Health Items To Your Toiletry Bag When You Travel

I keep mine in my carry-on bag so that when it's time to pack, I don't have to pack everything over and over again, item by item. But, it's smart to check your kit regularly and make sure that you replace anything you may have used up and to make sure that nothing is expired.

I thought you might be interested in what I always have packed in my travel first-aid kit. I've listed everything below but you can also check out a more exhaustive list prepared by the CDC here .

-Tylenol (this is key if you develop a fever)

- A pocket thermometer

-Nasal spray

-Anti-diarrhea pills

-Decongestants

-Antacid tablets

- LiquidIV to fend off dehydration (here's more info)

-Allergy pills

-Antibiotics (ask your doctor for a prescription)

-An inhaler (I used to have asthma)

-These Italian cough drops you can get on Amazon

- Pulse oximeter (I added this to my travel bag at the start of the pandemic and it's great to have and know when your oxygen levels drop. My doctor says it's the new thermometer and I've had to use mine multiple times on my travels.)

- BugBite Thing

-Polysporin or other antibiotic cream

-Sterile gauze pads

-Bandage roll

- Covid antigen test

I carry all of this in a dopp kit like this one from Bagsmart . You can get most of these items on the road, but why wait? And trust me: When you get sick you’re going to wish you had packed all of this stuff before you left home. Here’s a variety of pre-packed first aid kits you can buy on Amazon but they might not have everything you need.

This post was updated on January 25, 2024. It was originally published on June 25, 2022.

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