The pressure relief device for ears includes first and second ear assemblies, corresponding to first and second ears of a user, and a resilient headband. Each of the first and second ear assemblies includes a hollow vapor chamber, an earpiece, a container and an absorbent pad. The hollow vapor chamber includes an upper portion and an open lower portion. An open internal channel is formed through the hollow vapor chamber. The earpiece has an opening formed therethrough and is adapted for engaging the corresponding ear of the user. The earpiece is secured to the upper portion of the hollow vapor chamber, and the opening is in open fluid communication with the open internal channel. The container is releasably secured to the open lower portion of the hollow vapor chamber and is in open fluid communication with the open internal channel. The absorbent pad is removably received in the container.