Finding the perfect Airstream can feel like you’ve stepped into the classic fairy tale, Goldie Locks and the Three Bears.
“This travel trailer feels too big. This one feels too small. Is this one just right?”
With such a variety of floor plans, bedroom configurations, bathroom options, and more, choosing the right one for you may come down to considering what other Airstreamers have experienced before you. And we've got a refresher on Airstream's model naming conventions if you need to review first.
From the beginning, Airstream has always reflected on the past, embraced the present, and looked forward to the future with a glimmer in its eye. The most popular Airstreams from the past year give us a glimpse of the adventures happening at this moment, all across the United States. In true innovative fashion, Airstream has kept the forward momentum going by revealing new products and Model Year 2025 updates. From a new Trade Wind® floor plan and a new MyAirstreamTM app to luxurious upgrades in our flagship Classic line and more, Airstream’s Model Year 2025 delivers improvements that will make your travel dreams come true.
But looking back at Model Year 2024, the best-selling floor plans and model lines offer more food for thought as you pursue your own Airstream journey.
What are the Most Popular Airstream Travel Trailer Floor Plans?
Airstreams are proudly built by hand in Jackson Center, Ohio, in a variety of models, lengths, floor plan configurations, and optional features. As in previous years, Model Year 2024's best sellers paint a picture of versatility, family-friendly features, and multi-use potential. (Note: "Traditional" here indicates one of Airstream's iconic riveted aluminum travel trailers with rounded corners, to help differentiate them from our Basecamp lineup.)
- The Most Popular Traditional Travel Trailer Floor Plan: Trade Wind® 25FB
- The Most Popular Single Axle Traditional Travel Trailer Floor Plan: Bambi 16RB
- The Most Popular Traditional Travel Trailer Model Line: Flying Cloud
- The Most Popular Basecamp Travel Trailer Floor Plan: Basecamp 20
A closer look at the most popular Airstream floor plans in these categories offers more insight into what owners love – and will help you narrow down your choices as you move toward Airstream ownership.
The Most Popular Traditional Travel Trailer Floor Plan: Trade Wind 25FB
For many years, the 27-foot Flying Clouds moved in and out of the top spot in this category. But in Model Year 2024 the introduction of the new Airstream Trade Wind Travel Trailer meant a new contender was on the scene. In Model Year 2024 Trade Wind was exclusively available in the 25FB floor plan, but this popular line expanded in Model Year 2025 with the Trade Wind 23FB. In Model Year 2024, the Trade Wind 25FB was the most popular traditional Airstream travel trailer floor plan.
The floor plan and length weren't the only things that made Trade Wind a favorite in MY24: This game-changing model also boasts first-of-its-kind amenities. First and foremost, the powerful battery and 3,000W inverter allows owners to run high-wattage appliances (like the microwave and air conditioner) without shore power. Furthermore, Trade Wind is equipped with a fully inverted electrical system, meaning every electrical outlet is on the inverter circuit and provides power for charging laptops and other devices no matter how far you are from electrical hookups.
Beyond power, Trade Wind offers numerous mobile comforts, like a recirculating water heater that prevents cold water going down the drain while you wait for the shower to heat up. Trade Wind can also be outfitted with the optional rear hatch and a composting toilet for even more off-grid functionality.
If you think the Trade Wind might be the perfect solution to your camping needs, explore all of the amenities available on the newest member of the Airstream family. And if you want Trade Wind's functionality in a smaller floor plan, check out the Trade Wind 23FB – new in Model Year 2025.
The Most Popular Single-Axle Traditional Travel Trailer Floor Plan: Bambi 16RB
Single-axle Airstreams are those travel trailers with only one axle and an overall length at 22 feet or smaller. In Model Year 2024, the nimble Bambi 16RB was the most popular single-axle traditional Airstream travel trailer.
There's a lot of functionality packed into Bambi's small footprint. Despite its small stature, the Bambi 16RB has all the comforts of home Airstream is known for – a place to eat, a place to sleep, a kitchen, a wet bath, and optional features to help tailor it to your travel needs. But best of all, the Bambi 16RB is the gateway to Airstreaming for many newbies every year. In Model Year 2024, the Bambi 16RB was the clear favorite of many new Airstreamers looking to make their travel dreams come true.
If you're ready to explore how the Bambi line can upgrade your outdoor adventures and provide years of travel enjoyment, download our Bambi Comparison Guide and explore the details that set each floor plan apart.
The Most Popular Traditional Travel Trailer Model Line: Flying Cloud
For years, Flying Cloud has been Airstream's best-selling model line. In Model Year 2024 consistency was king – and for good reason!
The Flying Cloud lineup features seven distinct floor plan layouts with queen and twin bed options. Aside from the standard 23FB, 25FB, 27FB, 28RB, and 30-foot floor plans, Flying Cloud offers two unique floor plans catering to specific travel styles. Likewise, the Flying Cloud 30FB Bunk model takes that same layout and swaps a wide set of bunk beds in place of the workstation in the rear curbside.
In addition to the most floor plan options, Flying Cloud can also be upgraded with numerous optional features like the rear hatch, solar and awning packages, and more. And with its family-friendly, easy-to-clean decor, Flying Cloud offers something for every travel style.
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Flying Cloud: Optional Features for Every Travel Style
The Flying Cloud 30FB Bunk
Airstream's most family friendly trailer, the Flying Cloud 30FB Bunk sleeps 8 people. In addition to the master queen bed (or twin beds) in the front of the travel trailer, there is a spacious set of bunk beds adjacent to the lavatory in the rear. Additional sleeping space is available when needed by converting the dinette and couch. The corner bathroom located near the bunk is spacious and completely closed off for privacy.
The Flying Cloud 30FB Office
For those who wish to work on the road, the Flying Cloud 30FB Office floor plan offers a new way to indulge the work-from-anywhere lifestyle. This 30-foot trailer includes a front bedroom, convertible dinette sleeping and a wide lounging area in the trailer's midsection, and a dedicated workspace with a comfortable office chair, desk, and small, cushioned seat in the rear adjacent to the lavatory. The office space can also be converted into a sleeping space for one.
Overall, the Flying Cloud line up is family-friendly, easy to clean and maintain, and has a plethora of options to configure your Airstream to exactly what you need it to be.
The Most Popular Basecamp Floor Plan: Basecamp 20
A favorite single-axle Airstream for years, Basecamp 20 leads the way in Airstream's Basecamp lineup. It's 20-foot length allows for a dedicated sleeping space in the back and a convertible dinette up front that provides additional sleeping space, making it one of Airstream's most family friendly models. An onboard wet bath and expansive galley put comfort at your fingertips, while a rear door provides easy access for loading and unloading all the gear you need for your next adventure.
Even with its relatively small size and compact design, Basecamp 20 sleeps up to four and offers creative solutions for your gear and camping companions. The rear benches convert into a half-bed on one side, a full bed that spans the back of the trailer, or a split seating and sleeping area depending on your preference. The entire bathroom is designed to get wet, with a shower, toilet, and sink all in one efficient space in the center of the travel trailer.
Basecamp 20 also boasts a kitchen with a two-burner gas stove, sink, spice rack, and grocery storage. The all-electric refrigerator and optional microwave are across the hallway.
For many Airstream owners, Basecamp 20 is the best lightweight, versatile RV they found on the market. It's available in several configurations, including the Basecamp 20X (with the optional X Package) or the REI Co-op Special Edition Basecamp 20X.
Make Your Travel Dreams Come True with a New Airstream Camper
Now that you understand which Airstream floor plans and models are most popular among other Airstreamers, what floor plan and model are just right for your camping needs?
Want even more details about Airstream's most popular travel trailers? Dig into our exclusive Floor Plan Comparison Guides and see how individual floor plans stack up against each other.
Ready to see Airstream travel trailers up close? Find your nearest dealer and schedule a visit today.
Note: We update this blog every year with data from the previous model year about which Airstream travel trailer models and floor plans were most popular for customers.
