Never Check Bags Again With The Best Carry-On Luggage

Combining the best of both worlds, at just 2.2kg, this lightweight wheeled and hardshell case will tick the box for nearly every type of traveller.

The expandable design, which takes it from 35 to 40 litres gives you the flexibility to pack more when you need (or fit in that extra shopping), but still keeps things lightweight and compact enough for when you're flying with weight and size-conscious budget airlines.

The stylish and compact design of this hardshell wheeled carry-on makes it a top pick on our list. Designed for exceptional use and function, the polycarbonate outer is both strong (to protect your belongings), while remaining lightweight and easy to manoeuvre.

With an expandable 38-litre capacity thanks to an inbuilt expander zip, even the most overzealous packers should be able to fit in everything they need with ease.

Designed for weight-conscious travellers, this ultra-light and cleverly designed hardshell carry-on combines the very best of Samsonite’s design features. Made with their Curv technology and award-winning iconic design, the C-Lite wheeled case weighs in at only 1.9kg, allowing you to get the most out of your packable weight allowance.

The smooth double wheels, elongated pull handle and inbuilt USB port also make it a dream to use for both business and personal travel.

While a Rimowa suitcase is certainly an investment, there’s a reason they consistently come out on top. While many luxury travel brands absolutely nail features and aesthetically pleasing designs, many don’t factor in the ever-decreasing weight allowances of most airlines.

Thankfully, Rimowa has come to the table with its lightest luggage offering yet. Incorporating the quality, design, and reliability that we have come to expect from Rimowa products, this clever carry-on weighs 30% less than their usual offering, providing the perfect blend of portability without making any compromises.

The Expandable Backpack by Beis is the ultimate lightweight travel bag. It’s made from 100 per cent recycled materials and is expandable, for those times when you come home with more stuff than when you left.

It has an inner pocket for your water bottle and laptop, as well as plenty of extra pockets for organisation. It even has an extra strap so you can attach it to your suitcase handle. The best part? It’s affordable, eco-friendly, and comes in five different colours.

If the last few years have taught us anything, it's that travel can be unpredictable, which is exactly the type of circumstances the Kathmandu Hybrid Trolley has been designed for.

Blending the ease of a lightweight wheeled bag, with the portability of a backpack, this 32-litre case can quickly and easily transform from a wheeled carry-on to a comfortable backpack, making it perfect for multi-destination travel.

Crafted to be your ultimate travel sidekick, this full-feature backpack is perfect for work trips, spontaneous adventures, and everything in between. It features plush shoulder straps, a padded 16” laptop sleeve, and a convenient luggage pass-through to make your journey as smooth as possible.

With 28 litres of storage, you’ll have ample space for all your essentials, plus smart details like a quick-access 'brain' pocket, a zippered water bottle pocket, and a wide clamshell opening that helps to keep everything in its place. Need extra room for those gym shoes or last-minute souvenirs? The included 15L expansion tote has you covered.

The tote bag is arguably one of the best ways to haul around your carry-on items. The Bondi Nylon Tote Bag by Nere is spacious, durable and stylish to boot. 

With thick branded carry straps and an adjustable crossbody strap, you can take this tote from the airport to brunch with ease. With a sturdy base and zipped outer pockets, you can fit your laptop, phone, keys and more.

For a carry-on that doubles as a stylish handbag, look no further than July’s Juliette Soft Fold Crossbody bag. It’s ideal for the traveler who always brings a spare handbag in their suitcase, or ends up buying one wherever they go, so they can always keep their essentials on them.

It features a top zip closure to keep your belongings safe, a front outer pocket, an inner pocket, suede inner lining, an adjustable strap and a sturdy base so it can sit upright—no more handbag falls.

Duffel bags are ideal for weekend trips where a suitcase is too much, but a backpack just won’t cut it. This one from American Tourister is small and spacious, meaning you can fit all of your belongings inside without having to check it in at the airport. 

With adjustable shoulder straps, padded carry handles and non-slip feet, this duffel bag is sturdy enough for any adventure you plan to take it on. It also comes in two different sizes and three different colours, so you can pick the one that suits your needs.