Foldable hand luggage bags

A foldable carry-on bag is ideal if you want to travel light while staying flexible. You can take the bag with you in a compact form and use it whenever you need extra space for a short trip, a weekend away or as an additional bag on the go. At ByMetz, you’ll find smart travel bags and carry-on solutions for air travel, with personal advice online.

Why choose a foldable carry-on bag?

The main advantage of a foldable carry-on bag is convenience. When folded, the bag takes up very little space, while unfolded it gives you extra capacity for items you want to keep close at hand. This makes this type of bag popular for city breaks, short holidays and trips where you don’t want to take more than necessary.

A soft, compact bag is also often comfortable to use at stations, in the car and at the airport. You can pack faster, move around more easily and have a practical solution for the outbound or return journey when you need just a little extra space.

What should you look for when choosing one?

Not every compact travel bag is automatically suitable as carry-on luggage. Pay particular attention to the combination of size, layout and ease of use.

• Dimensions - always check that the size complies with the baggage rules of the airline you’re flying with.
• Compact storage - choose a bag that is easy to carry in a small form when you’re not using it.
• Weight - a lightweight model helps you stay within carry-on limits; also take a look at our lightweight carry-on bags.
• Compartments and zips - useful for travel documents, chargers and other essentials.
• Carrying options - handles, a shoulder strap or multiple carrying options make travelling more comfortable.

Want to pack smartly and keep everything organised? Then packing cubes help you group your belongings compactly and find them faster.

Useful for flights and short trips

Foldable carry-on bags are especially practical if you want to travel efficiently. For a weekend away, city break or business overnight stay, a compact travel bag that is quick to pack and easy to carry is often all you need. It is also a smart choice as an extra bag for the return journey, especially if you also want to compare flexible carry-on duffel bags.

Are you flying with an airline that has strict size limits? Pay extra attention to the permitted dimensions. For Ryanair, for example, the size for a free small personal bag is carry-on 40x30x20. If you use a duffel as carry-on luggage, also read Duffel as carry-on luggage: which sizes? for clear guidelines.

Alternative: compact and expandable carry-on bags

Looking for the convenience of a compact bag, but also want flexibility in size? Then an expandable carry-on bag can be a great alternative. ByMetz offers carry-on and travel bags in fixed and expandable sizes for use as a cabin bag, including models that can change size to fit different airline limits, such as 55x40x20.

This is especially useful if you’re looking for a bag that stays compact when needed but can offer a little more space while you’re travelling.

Personal advice from ByMetz

You don’t choose a good carry-on bag based on looks alone, but mainly on practical use. That’s why ByMetz is happy to help you compare compact travel bags, underseaters and expandable carry-on solutions. This makes it easier to choose a bag that suits your flight, packing style and way of travelling.

Frequently asked questions

Which bags are allowed as carry-on luggage?

This depends on the airline’s rules. Usually, this means a small personal bag or a larger cabin bag within set dimensions. Always check your airline’s current size and weight rules before departure.

What is a useful carry-on bag for travelling by plane?

A useful carry-on bag is lightweight, compact and practically organised. Look for enough space for your essentials, a size that meets the airline’s requirements and carrying options that let you travel comfortably. If protection from rain or moisture is important, waterproof materials are also worth considering.

What kind of bag is 40 x 30 x 20?

40 x 30 x 20 cm is a commonly used size for a small personal bag when travelling by plane. For Ryanair, this is the size for the free small personal bag that must fit under the seat in front of you.

What is smart to pack in your carry-on luggage?

Pack the items you need during your journey in your carry-on luggage, such as travel documents, your phone, a charger, medication, an extra layer of clothing and other valuable or fragile items. A bag with smart compartmentalisation makes this easier to organise. Want more tips? Read save space in your carry-on luggage: how to pack smartly.

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