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Ready for a city trip or business travel? With a hand luggage suitcase you travel faster, lighter and without waiting at the baggage belt. At ByMetz you'll find quality cabin suitcases and trolleys from top brands like Samsonite, American Tourister, Travelite and ByMetz. Choose hard-shell or soft, lightweight, with laptop...
Ready for a city trip or business travel? With a hand luggage suitcase you travel faster, lighter and without waiting at the baggage belt. At ByMetz you'll find quality cabin suitcases and trolleys from top brands like Samsonite, American Tourister, Travelite and ByMetz. Choose hard-shell or soft, lightweight, with laptop compartment, front pocket or USB charger. Official dealer, free shipping from €29 and personal advice via WhatsApp or in our Eindhoven store.
Which hand luggage size is allowed by airlines?
Exact dimensions and allowed weight differ per airline and even per fare. A commonly safe size for a cabin suitcase is 55 x 35 x 20 or 55 x 35 x 25 cm. Always check your airline's current rules and your fare type before departure.
KLM often uses 55 x 35 x 25 cm for trolley hand luggage, plus a smaller personal item. Light fares can have different weight limits.
Transavia generally accepts 55 x 35 x 25 cm as cabin luggage within limited cabin space. During busy flights free tagging to hold can happen.
TUI fly usually works with 55 x 40 x 20 or 55 x 35 x 25 cm. Weight limits vary by ticket or package holiday.
easyJet at the standard fare often allows a narrower personal item (approx. 45 x 36 x 20 cm). For a larger trolley (around 56 x 45 x 25 cm) an extra option is usually needed.
Ryanair typically allows an underseat bag of about 40 x 20 x 25 cm with the standard fare. For a 55 x 40 x 20 cm cabin suitcase you usually need Priority or a booked option.
Measure your suitcase including wheels and handles. Note expandable models: expanding can make your case exceed limits. Traveling without priority? Choose a size that stays well within margins to avoid paying at the gate.
Fly often with different carriers? A compact size like 55 x 35 x 20 cm is the most universal. When flying budget airlines, an underseater or hand luggage 40x30x20 is a smart option to always travel for free.
How to choose the right size, weight and contents?
A standard hand luggage suitcase usually offers 35–45 liters. That’s enough for 2–5 travel days, depending on packing. Travel light and you can fit a full city trip in 35 liters using Packing cubes.
Lightweight cabin cases start around 1.8–2.5 kg. The lower the empty weight, the more you can pack within airline limits. With ultra-light models pay attention to construction and materials for long-term durability.
Undecided between 55 x 35 x 25 and 55 x 40 x 20? The 40 width offers slightly more packing volume and stability; the 35 width is more universally accepted. For mixed train-and-plane travel, consider a model with a front pocket and laptop compartment to speed up security checks.
Underseater: when to pick 40 x 20 x 25 or 45 x 36 x 20?
An underseater is a compact hand luggage bag or mini trolley that fits under the aircraft seat. If you want a light, flexible alternative to a hard case, check our hand luggage travel bags. Common sizes are 40 x 20 x 25 cm for Ryanair and 45 x 36 x 20 cm for easyJet. Benefit: free with many low-cost fares and essentials within easy reach.
Underseaters are ideal for short trips, minimalist travel and as an addition to a larger cabin suitcase when you buy Priority. Handy features include a front pocket for travel documents, a trolley strap to attach to your case and an organized interior with zip pockets.
Looking for flexibility between under-seat and overhead storage? Consider compact, square models with a 20 cm depth. Prefer hands-free in the city? A backpack with wheels is a comfortable alternative to overhead storage.
Materials, wheels and features that matter
Hard cases in polycarbonate or CURV-like materials offer excellent impact protection and hold their shape. Soft cases in durable textile are often lighter, provide external pockets and some packing flexibility. If you travel with tight limits, a soft cabin case with a front pocket is very practical.
Four wheels (spinners) roll smoothly alongside you and are ideal for airports. Two wheels are robust and stable on cobblestone streets. Check wheel and handle quality for long-lasting comfort, especially if you change trains and planes a lot.
Useful features increase travel convenience. An integrated TSA lock is essential for travel to the USA and handy for everyday security. Expandable cases give extra liters when allowed. Front pockets and laptop compartments, like the American Tourister Hello Cabin Front Pocket 55, speed up security checks. A USB port together with a powerbank is handy on the go. For top-class finish, a light and strong shell, see models like the Samsonite Proxis Spinner 55 Expandable. For locks, tags and more essentials see our suitcase & travel accessories.
Why buy hand luggage at ByMetz?
ByMetz is an official dealer of Samsonite, American Tourister, Travelite and ByMetz. Enjoy full warranty, original parts and repairs via the Samsonite Service Centre. Order with free shipping from €29 within the Netherlands and Belgium, insured delivery, and 14 days return period. Need advice on the right size for your airline? Our experts help via WhatsApp or in our Eindhoven shop.
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