Air Jordan Size Guide
Air Jordan is one of the most iconic sneaker brands in the world, known for its basketball-inspired trainers that combine performance and style. Air Jordan sneakers are engineered for comfort and durability, whether you're wearing them for sport or everyday wear. The brand's sizing is generally straightforward and true-to-size across all silhouettes, from the classic Air Jordan 1 to the Air Jordan 11. This guide will help you find your perfect fit across Air Jordan's range of men's, women's, and youth trainers.
How to Measure
- Gather materials: A4 paper, a pencil, a ruler or measuring tape, and socks you plan to wear with your trainers.
- Stand upright with your heel flat against a wall on the paper, wearing the same socks you intend to use.
- Ask someone to draw around your foot with the pencil, or use your weight to hold the paper in place and mark your foot's outline carefully.
- Measure the distance from your heel to the tip of your longest toe in centimetres using the ruler.
- Repeat for both feet, as foot sizes often differ. Use the larger measurement as your reference.
- Compare your measurement to the Air Jordan size chart below to find your correct size across different sizing systems (US, UK, EU, and centimetres).
Air Jordan Men's Trainers Size Chart
| UK | US Men's | EU | Foot Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4.5 | 36 | 22 |
| 4.5 | 5 | 37 | 22.5 |
| 5 | 5.5 | 37.5 | 23 |
| 5.5 | 6 | 38 | 23.5 |
| 6 | 6.5 | 38.5 | 24 |
| 6.5 | 7 | 39 | 24.5 |
| 7 | 7.5 | 40 | 25 |
| 7.5 | 8 | 41 | 25.5 |
| 8 | 8.5 | 42 | 26 |
| 8.5 | 9 | 43 | 26.5 |
| 9 | 9.5 | 43.5 | 27 |
| 9.5 | 10 | 44 | 27.5 |
| 10 | 10.5 | 44.5 | 28 |
| 10.5 | 11 | 45 | 28.5 |
| 11 | 11.5 | 45.5 | 29 |
| 11.5 | 12 | 46 | 29.5 |
Air Jordan Women's Trainers Size Chart
Women's Air Jordan sizing typically runs 1.5 sizes smaller than men's sizing. If you normally wear a US Women's size 8, this is equivalent to a US Men's 6.5.
| UK | US Women's | US Men's Equivalent | EU | Foot Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4.5 | 3 | 34 | 22 |
| 2.5 | 5 | 3.5 | 35 | 22.5 |
| 3 | 5.5 | 4 | 35.5 | 23 |
| 3.5 | 6 | 4.5 | 36 | 23.5 |
| 4 | 6.5 | 5 | 36.5 | 24 |
| 4.5 | 7 | 5.5 | 37 | 24.5 |
| 5 | 7.5 | 6 | 38 | 25 |
| 5.5 | 8 | 6.5 | 38.5 | 25.5 |
| 6 | 8.5 | 7 | 39 | 26 |
| 6.5 | 9 | 7.5 | 40 | 26.5 |
| 7 | 9.5 | 8 | 40.5 | 27 |
| 7.5 | 10 | 8.5 | 41 | 27.5 |
| 8 | 10.5 | 9 | 42 | 28 |
Product-Specific Guidance
Air Jordan 1 (Low, Mid, High)
The Air Jordan 1 is the original and most iconic silhouette. All cuts—Low, Mid, and High—fit true-to-size consistently. If you wear a UK 8 normally, order UK 8 in any Air Jordan 1 cut. The fit is identical across all height variations, so you can confidently purchase the same size regardless of whether you prefer the low-top, mid-top, or high-top version.
Air Jordan 3, 4, & 5
The Air Jordan 3 and Air Jordan 4 both fit true-to-size. However, the Air Jordan 3 features extra padding in the collar, which may feel slightly snug if you have wider feet—consider sizing up by half a size if needed. The Air Jordan 5 has a notably wide construction, so it is recommended to size down by half a size to prevent excessive looseness. The Air Jordan 6 is also very wide and roomy, so sizing down by half a size is advisable.
Air Jordan 11 & Other Silhouettes
All Air Jordan silhouettes maintain consistent true-to-size sizing. Whether you are purchasing an Air Jordan 5, Air Jordan 6, Air Jordan 11, or any other model, your size remains the same across the entire Air Jordan range. This consistency makes it simple to build a collection without worrying about fit variations between models.
Comparison to Adidas & Nike
Air Jordan sizing is slightly narrower than Adidas. If you typically wear a size 10 in Adidas, you may find size 10 or 10.5 (depending on foot width) more comfortable in Air Jordans. Air Jordan sizing is generally aligned with standard Nike sizing, as both brands use similar construction standards.
Sizing Tips
- True-to-size fit: Air Jordans are true-to-size across all silhouettes. Order your standard shoe size unless you have notably wide or narrow feet, or unless the specific model guidance above suggests otherwise.
- Break-in period: Allow approximately one month for your Air Jordans to fully break in. If they feel slightly tight at the sides initially, they will loosen up with wear. Do not size up excessively to avoid an uncomfortable fit once they are broken in.
- Wear appropriate socks: When trying on Air Jordans in-store or assessing fit after purchase, wear the same type of socks you plan to use during activity (whether athletic or casual). This ensures your sizing assessment is accurate.
- Wide feet consideration: If you have wider feet, consider sizing up by half a size, particularly for the Air Jordan 3, which has padding in the collar. The Air Jordan 2, 5, and 6 already feature wider constructions and may not require upsizing.
- Stand and walk during fitting: Always stand upright and walk around when trying on Air Jordans. This gives you a true sense of how they fit and whether there are pressure points or areas needing additional support.
- Try multiple sizes if uncertain: If you are between sizes or unsure of your fit, try on several sizes if possible. Everyone's feet are different, and personal comfort preferences vary. The size chart is a guide, not an absolute rule.
- Men's to women's conversion: If you are a man purchasing women's Air Jordans, size up 1.5 sizes from your normal women's size. If you are a woman purchasing men's Air Jordans, size down 1 size (or 1.5 sizes for a snug fit).