Going away for a night, taking a short city trip or travelling light with only the essentials? A small travel bag is often exactly what you need: compact to carry, practical to pack and big enough for clothes, toiletries and travel documents. At ByMetz you'll find small travel bags, duffel bags and hand-luggage formats from carefully selected brands, with personal advice online and in our Eindhoven store.

Why choose a small travel bag?

A small travel bag is especially useful if you want to travel efficiently without unnecessary volume. For a weekend away or a short business trip you usually don't need a large suitcase. A compact size is easier to lift, faster to pack and more pleasant to carry in the car, train or plane.

Many small travel bags offer enough space for your basic luggage while remaining easy to manage. Think of a main compartment for clothes, extra pockets for small items and, in some models, a trolley sleeve or multiple carrying options. That makes a small travel bag not only suitable for a short trip, but also as practical hand luggage.

What to look for when choosing?

The right small travel bag depends on how you travel and what you want to bring. Pay attention to size, carrying comfort and organisation. Frequent travellers benefit from a bag that feels light and is quickly accessible. If you fly, check the dimensions right away.

• Capacity and size - choose a bag that suits an overnight stay, weekend trip or hand-luggage use.
• Carrying options - handles, shoulder straps or a 3-way model affect comfort.
• Organisation - extra pockets help keep clothes, chargers and toiletries organised.
• Use case - different details matter for train, car or plane travel.
• Style - choose between a soft duffel, a compact weekend bag or a small wheeled travel bag.

Want maximum carrying comfort and extra packing space within limits? Choose our lightweight hand-luggage bags.

Small travel bags as hand luggage

Many customers look for a travel bag small enough for the cabin or to fit under the seat. Dimensions matter more than model name. Always check your airline's allowed sizes before ordering. Looking specifically for an under-seat bag? See our underseaters.

For Ryanair, the free small personal bag size is 40 x 30 x 20 cm. That's the size for a small bag that fits under the seat. Looking for that exact model? See our selection of hand luggage 40x30x20. ByMetz also offers compact hand luggage travel bags suitable for various airlines.

Which type suits your trip best?

Small duffel or weekend bag

A soft duffel or compact weekend bag is ideal if you want flexible packing. These bags are lightweight, easy to store and handy for short trips with clothing, shoes and toiletries.

Small wheeled travel bag

If you prefer rolling instead of carrying, a small wheeled travel bag is a practical choice. Especially at airports, stations and on longer walks this offers extra comfort while keeping your packing compact.

Hand luggage bag with multiple carrying options

For flexible travellers a model with handles, shoulder strap or backpack function is useful. On short flights or city trips this adaptability is valuable, as the bag fits the situation better.

Our collection of small travel bags

At ByMetz you’ll find small travel bags within a broad range of travel and hand-luggage formats. The collection includes models from ByMetz, Samsonite, Eastpak, Kipling and Travelite. That lets you choose by look, functionality and size without getting lost in too many options.

Prefer to order online or compare in-store first? Both are possible. As a family business since 1974 we’re happy to help with honest, personal advice so you find a bag that truly suits how you travel.

Frequently asked questions about small travel bags

What is the best small travel bag?

The best small travel bag is the one that fits your trip length, baggage rules and preference for carrying or rolling. For a weekend away a compact duffel is often ideal. For flights the correct hand-luggage size is decisive.

What is a small bag for plane travel?

Usually a compact bag that’s allowed as a personal item or hand luggage in the cabin. Allowed sizes differ per airline. For Ryanair the free small personal bag is 40 x 30 x 20 cm.

Which bags are allowed as hand luggage?

Various models can be allowed, such as compact travel bags, weekend bags or bags with multiple carrying options, as long as the dimensions meet the airline’s rules. Always check the maximum size for your ticket type. Read more in our guide: Duffel as hand luggage – which sizes?