The 12 Most Comfortable Sandals on Amazon This Summer Are All Under $40

Sandal season is upon us, and it’s not too late to treat yourself to a new pair. You can even take inspiration from A-listers who have been spotted in open-toed shoes over the past few weeks, like Gwyneth Paltrow in a pair of textured slides or Reese Witherspoon in Birkenstocks. And thanks to Amazon’s selection of comfortable sandals, you can get the look for less than $40.

Browse through Amazon’s best-selling sandals section to take a peek at customers’ most-loved styles. Whether you want casual slides, trendy platforms, or laidback flip-flops, you’ll find them on the list, below. Plus, styles from brands like Reef, Clarks, and Crocs are on sale for up to half-off, with prices starting at just $14. 

Amazon’s Best Comfortable Sandals Under $40

• Cushionaire Luna Cork Footbed Sandals, $29.99 (orig. $49.99)
• Crocs Unisex Crocband Flip Flops, $29.99
• Joomra Pillow Slides, $23.99
• Amazon Essentials Thong Sandals, $14.20 (orig. $14.90)
• Dream Pairs Low Heel Pump Sandals, $29.99 (orig. $45.99)
• Clarks Breeze Sea Sandals, $27.99 (orig. $55)
• FunkyMonkey Double Buckle EVA Sandals, $24.99 (orig. $30.99)
• Soda Topic Ankle-Strap Flatform Espadrilles, $29.95
• KuaiLu Thong Flip Flops, $15.99 (orig. $19.99)
• Havaianas Slim Flip Flops, $16.14 (orig. $26)
• Teva Original Universal Sandals, $39.82 (orig. $55)
• Dream Pairs T-Strap Sandals, $20.99 (orig. $26.99)

Cushionaire Luna Cork Footbed Sandals

More than 2,000 people have bought these double-strap slide sandals in the past month alone. The molded cork footbed contours to your feet as you wear them for a completely customized fit.

Crocs Unisex Crocband Flip-Flops

Made with the same EVA foam as the OG Crocs clogs, these flip-flops are lightweight and waterproof — just what you want for outdoor summer adventures. They’ve racked up nearly 66,000 five-star ratings on Amazon.

Joomra Pillow Slides

These cushioned slides have a unique design that hugs your foot for maximum comfort. One of their thousands of five-star reviewers even said the sandals “feel as though your feet are wrapped in a foamy pillow.”

Amazon Essentials Thong Sandals

With a minimalist design and thin faux leather straps, these thong sandals are the definition of “wear anywhere” shoes. More than 1,000 Amazon shoppers have grabbed a pair in the last month, with many praising the padded insoles.

Dream Pairs Low Heel Pump Sandals

Yes, comfortable heels exist and yes, you can buy them on Amazon. This pair — which comes in more than 30 colors, including glittery shades — boasts a chunky heel, soft suede material, and an adjustable ankle strap.

Clarks Breeze Sea Sandals

Clarks sandals are a customer-favorite — and for good reason. The Breeze Sea flip-flops come in a rainbow of colors and feature a super lightweight sole that’s ideal for long walks on the beach.

FunkyMonkey Double Buckle EVA Sandals

The wide adjustable buckle straps on these slides paired with the waterproof EVA material make them appropriate for almost any summer activity. They have more than 41,000 five-star ratings, and one reviewer even dubbed them “literally the best slip-ons I have ever gotten.”

Soda Topic Ankle-Strap Flatform Espadrilles

These platform espadrilles have earned more than 12,000 five-star ratings from Amazon shoppers. Many people commented that the shoes are comfortable right out of the box and are easy to walk in for hours on end. The sandals come in more than 40 colors and styles, including leopard print, denim, and faux leather.

KuaiLu Thong Flip-Flops

More than 4,000 Amazon shoppers have scooped up a pair of these best-selling flip-flops in the last month, with many raving about the supportive memory foam soles and breathable cloth straps. “The comfort, style, and durability is unreal,” one person said.

Havaianas Slim Flip-Flops

Whether you’re heading to the beach or lounging by the pool, you can’t go wrong with a classic pair of rubber flip-flops like these from Havaianas. Of the nearly 20,000 shoppers who gave the sandals a five-star rating, one said, “I wear mine every day, and I can walk miles in them with no problem.”

Teva Original Universal Sandals

If hiking, kayaking, or any other active outdoor activities are on your summer agenda, consider this pair of Teva sandals. The adjustable fast-drying straps are made of recycled plastic, and the molded soles give you plenty of arch support and stability. 

Dream Pairs T-Strap Sandals

For something a little fancier, these bedazzled T-strap sandals fit the bill. Available in 12 colors — including beige, gold, and coral — they’re easy to dress up with a sundress or dress down with a pair of shorts.