How big can a hand luggage suitcase be?

The standard size for hand luggage suitcases is 55 x 40 x 20 cm. These dimensions are allowed by many airlines such as Lufthansa, Ryanair or Eurowings. Some companies have their own guidelines - it's worth doing a quick check before your trip.

Which airlines allow hand luggage for free?

Most classic airlines such as Lufthansa, Swiss or Austrian allow free hand luggage. With low-cost airlines such as Ryanair or Wizz Air, hand luggage is often only included with the priority option. You can find the exact rules on your airline's website.

What is not allowed in your hand luggage suitcase?

Liquids over 100 ml per container are prohibited, as are dangerous objects such as knives, tools, sprays or batteries with more than 100 Wh. E.g. E.g. power banks, clothing, electronics and small care items.

Can I take another bag with my hand luggage?

Yes, many airlines allow a small personal item such as a laptop bag or handbag (e.g. 40x30x10 cm) in addition to the suitcase. With low-cost airlines this is usually chargeable.

Which hand luggage suitcase is suitable for Ryanair?

For Ryanair, a hand luggage suitcase measuring 55x40x20 cm and weighing a maximum of 10 kg is suitable. Without a priority tariff, only one small piece of luggage is allowed (e.g. backpack 40x25x20 cm).

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Carry-On Suitcases 55x40x20 cm – the Standard

55x40x20 cm is the standard size for carry-on luggage with most European airlines. A cabin trolley of this size fits into the overhead compartment on Lufthansa, Ryanair (with Priority), Eurowings, Swiss, and many more. Our Cabin Trolleys 55x40x20 also include models up to 55x40x23 cm (Lufthansa size) and expandable suitcases.

Carry-On Dimensions by Airline

Airline	Cabin (Luggage Compartment)	Underseater (under seat)	Weight
Lufthansa / Swiss / Austrian	55x40x23 cm	40x30x10 cm	8 kg
Eurowings	55x40x23 cm	–	8 kg
Ryanair (with Priority)	55x40x20 cm	40x20x25 cm	10 kg
Ryanair (without Priority)	–	40x20x25 cm	10 kg
EasyJet	56x45x25 cm*	45x36x20 cm	15 kg
TUI fly	55x40x20 cm	–	6 kg
Condor	55x40x20 cm	40x30x10 cm	8 kg
Wizz Air	55x40x23 cm*	40x30x20 cm	10 kg
Vueling / Iberia	55x40x20 cm	–	10 kg

* Only with additional fee / Priority. Suitable Underseater models for Ryanair, EasyJet & Wizz Air can be found here.

Carry-on luggage by type

Carry-on Suitcases – cabin trolleys with 2 or 4 wheels, hard shell or fabric, with TSA lock
Carry-on Backpacks – cabin backpacks with laptop compartment from Osprey, Thule, Samsonite & Co.
Carry-on Bags – weekenders, travel bags & duffels in cabin size

What to look for when buying a carry-on suitcase?

A good cabin trolley combines low weight, sufficient volume, and robust workmanship. The most important criteria:

Weight: The lighter the suitcase, the more you can pack. Our lightest cabin trolleys weigh under 2 kg. Also see ultra-light suitcases.
Wheels: 4-wheel trolleys (spinners) can be pushed upright – ideal on smooth airport floors. 2-wheel models are more robust on uneven paths.
Material: Hard shell (polycarbonate, ABS) protects sensitive contents. Fabric (polyester, nylon) is lighter and more flexible.
Expandable: Many cabin trolleys have an expansion zipper – normally 55x40x20 cm, expanded 55x40x23 cm. Perfect for flexible airlines.

Top brands for carry-on suitcases

Samsonite (Lite-Shock, Magnum Eco), Titan (Highlight, Litron), Travelite (Chios, Orlando), American Tourister (Soundbox, Bon Air), Delsey (Helium, Chatelet), Eminent and Osprey (travel backpacks) – all with manufacturer warranty and fast shipping.

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Frequently asked questions about carry-on suitcases

How large can a carry-on suitcase be?

The most common size is 55x40x20 cm – this allows your cabin trolley to fit in the overhead compartment on Lufthansa, Ryanair (with Priority), Eurowings, Swiss, and many other airlines. Lufthansa even permits 55x40x23 cm. Low-cost carriers like Ryanair (without Priority) limit free carry-on luggage to about 40x20x25 cm – for this, our underseaters are ideal.

Which carry-on suitcase for Ryanair?

Without Priority: Only a small piece of luggage (40x20x25 cm) under the front seat – a compact underseater backpack is ideal. With Priority (from 6 €): Additionally, a cabin trolley up to 55x40x20 cm and max. 10 kg – suitable cabin trolleys can be found here.

Which cabin trolley for Lufthansa?

Lufthansa allows hand luggage with 55x40x23 cm and max. 8 kg. This also applies to Swiss, Austrian, and Brussels Airlines. All our cabin trolleys fit Lufthansa – including the narrower 55x40x20 models.

Hand luggage suitcase or backpack – which is better?

Cabin trolleys offer more structure, protection for delicate items, and are comfortable to roll. Cabin backpacks are lighter (often under 1 kg), more flexible, and ideal for low-cost airlines with strict weight limits. For business trips, we recommend a trolley; for backpacking, a backpack.

How heavy can a hand luggage suitcase be?

Lufthansa: 8 kg. Ryanair: 10 kg (with Priority). EasyJet: no weight restriction. TUI fly: only 6 kg. The lighter your cabin trolley, the more content fits inside – our lightest models weigh under 2 kg.

Which brand makes the best cabin trolleys?

Samsonite leads with the most models and the widest selection. Travelite offers the best price-performance ratio. Titan scores with German design and robust workmanship. For backpacks, Osprey and Thule are the top brands.

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