{"title":"Small travel bags — compact and handy for every trip | ByMetz","description":"\u003cp\u003eGoing 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose a small travel bag?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to look for when choosing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity and size\u003c\/strong\u003e - choose a bag that suits an overnight stay, weekend trip or hand-luggage use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarrying options\u003c\/strong\u003e - handles, shoulder straps or a 3-way model affect comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganisation\u003c\/strong\u003e - extra pockets help keep clothes, chargers and toiletries organised.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse case\u003c\/strong\u003e - different details matter for train, car or plane travel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e - choose between a soft duffel, a compact weekend bag or a small wheeled travel bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant maximum carrying comfort and extra packing space within limits? Choose our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bymetz.nl\/en\/collections\/lightweight-hand-luggage-bags\"\u003elightweight hand-luggage bags\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSmall travel bags as hand luggage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bymetz.nl\/en\/collections\/underseaters\"\u003eunderseaters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Ryanair, the free small personal bag size is \u003cstrong\u003e40 x 30 x 20 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e. That's the size for a small bag that fits under the seat. Looking for that exact model? See our selection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bymetz.nl\/en\/collections\/hand-luggage-40x30x20\"\u003ehand luggage 40x30x20\u003c\/a\u003e. ByMetz also offers compact \u003cem\u003ehand luggage travel bags\u003c\/em\u003e suitable for various airlines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich type suits your trip best?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmall duffel or weekend bag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSmall wheeled travel bag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHand luggage bag with multiple carrying options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur collection of small travel bags\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions about small travel bags\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the best small travel bag?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a small bag for plane travel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich bags are allowed as hand luggage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarious 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: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bymetz.nl\/en\/blogs\/blog\/duffel-as-hand-luggage-which-sizes\"\u003eDuffel as hand luggage – which sizes?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/bymetz.nl\/en\/collections\/kleine-reistassen.oembed","provider":"ByMetz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}