The size of carry on luggage is not the first concern in purchase, but buyers can not totally ignore the luggage size when passing the security doors. Don't be surprised to know the number of travelers who have their carryons checked simply because their luggage can not shrink to fit the "test cage". What's the safe carry-on size that meets all airlines? The bottom line is 22" as the maximum. However, the most generous airline allows 24" as the maximum. But don't buy a bag exactly same to the "test cage", because it may refuses to fit. And, buy the RIGHT size to meet you needs. The larger, the better? Not really.
# 19", 20" for 1-day trips:
The 19" or 20" carry on luggage is ideal for those flying on smaller planes, or for those who travel with less. Travelers don't have to travel with many necessities for one-day trips. List the things to pack and you will probably find you only need travel essentials and your travel wallet, boarding pass and I.D. The top four 19", 20" best-sellers on Luggageguides include:
1. Travelpro Crew 6 19in. Rollaboard
2. JanSport Super Break Collection Wheeled Superbreak Backpack
3. Samsonite Quadrion 20in. Expandable Upright
4. Titan Manhattan 19in. International Carry-On
# 21", 22" for 2-day trips:
Compared with 19" or 20" carry on luggage, this group features medium size which will meet the needs to hold clothing, paperwork documents, footwear for two-day stays. They allow travelers to pack efficiently and effortlessly. The top four 21", 22" best-sellers on Luggageguides include:
1. Samsonite Aspire Lite 21in. Expandable Upright Suiter
2. Delsey Helium Fusion Carry-On Expandable Suiter Trolley
3. Samsonite Silhouette 10 22in Expandable Spinner
4. Tumi T-Tech Move Overhead 22in. Expandable Wheeled Carry-On with Suiter
# 23" or 24" for 1-week trips:
Be careful with size 23" or 24", because luggage of this group may be over sized for some of the airlines. But one thing is for sure, they are super carry-on holders for one-week or extended trips. The top four 23", 24" best-sellers on Luggageguides include:
1. Tumi Townhouse Baker 23.5in. Wheeled Suitcase
2. Samsonite Aspire XLT Ultravalet Garment Bag
3. Travelpro WalkAbout Lite 2 24in. Expandable Rollaboard Suiter
4. JanSport Super Break Collection 24in. Duffelpack
