10 Underseat Carry-On Bags You Can Take on Any Flight

If you're worried your carry-on could be gate-checked on your next flight, check out these top-rated underseat carry-on bags. They fit perfectly under your seat, so even if there's no overhead space, you can keep it with you on a full flight.
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Samsonite Spinner Underseater with USB Port
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Steve Madden Luggage Underseat Bag
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Samsonite Theorym Underseater
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Rockland Melrose Upright Wheeled Underseater
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CALPAK Hue Mini Carry-On Luggage
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Maxlite5 Rolling Underseat Carry-On
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Olympia Deluxe Fashion Rolling Overnighter
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Lily Bloom Wheeled Cabin Tote
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Helium DLX Rolling Underseater
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American Tourister Expandable Softside Luggage

This underseat carry-on bag from Samsonite is divided up into two main compartments, one larger section for clothes and shoes and one smaller section for your electronics and other in-flight essentials. This bag also has a USB port (battery not included) so you can charge your phone on the go, as well as 360-degree spinner wheels and a 3-year warranty from Samsonite.

This trendy underseat carry-on bag from Steve Madden comes in seven color options. It's on the smaller side, weighing just five pounds. It has multiple exterior zipper pockets for easy access to things like your phone and chargers and is designed with an ergonomic retractable handle as well as carrying handles, so you can roll or carry this bag through the airport with ease.

The Samsonite Theorym Underseater is ideal for the ultra-light traveler at just 5.1 lbs. It features a USB port (battery not included), dual laptop and tablet sleeve, 360 degree spinner wheels, and retractable handle that can be adjusted in various increments for ultimate personalization.The three-sided zipper opening allows for easy packing and the unique sideways strap on the back means you can secure it to the handle of your checked back.

If you're looking for a compact and lightweight bag that fits under your seat, look no further than the Rockland Melrose Upright Wheeled Underseater bag. The biggest draw for this quilted bag is its roomy main compartment and three-sided zipper opening, perfect for storing an extra outfit and any essentials you want to keep with you on the plane. Organize your smaller items into the two slip and two zippered pockets.

The Hue Mini Carry-On from CALPAK is the perfect option for the light packer who appreciates a pop of color in their travel gear. Available in classic colors like hazel and mauve as well as limited options like this key lime, the Hue Mini pairs well with any style. At just 16" x 14" x 8", it will fit under most typical airline seats.

The Maxlite5 Rolling Underseat Carry-On is the perfect investment if you're looking for a long-term and durable carry-on bag that fits under your seat. It comes with Travelpro's Limited Lifetime Coverage and has a water- and stain-resistant coating. It has plenty of pockets to keep you organized, including a padded laptop sleeve and plastic pocket for toiletries or other small items.

This Olympia Rolling Overnighter is perfect for business travelers who are looking for a carry-on bag that fits under the seat. It is extremely durable and can handle items like folders, binders, and laptops. It has a separate padded laptop compartment and a roomy main compartment, as well as a front zipper pocket and two side Velcro pockets. Available in five colors, it has an option for every kind of traveler.

While you may purchase an underseat bag for practicality, that doesn't mean that you can't have a little fun. The Lilly Bloom Wheeled Cabin Tote fits under most airline seats and comes in thirteen dynamic patterns to let you show off your personality to your seatmates. Perfect as an overnight bag or for a weekend trip for light packers, this bag weighs in at just 4 pounds!

The Delsey Helium DLX Rolling Underseater has a roomy main compartment coupled with lots of interior and exterior pockets for organization. It's also a stylish, rolling carry-on bag that fits under your seat and has a sleeve on the back so it can attach to a larger suitcase.

This underseater from American Tourister has multiple zippered pockets, compression straps, and an ergonomically designed push-button handle The in-line wheels don't take up precious space either, making this bag larger than others on the list but still compact at just 7.5 lbs.

