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


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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.

    Two views, open and closed, of the Samsonite Spinner Underseater with USB Port in black
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    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.

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  • Steve Madden Luggage Underseat Bag

  • Two views, open and closed, of the Steve Madden Luggage Underseat Bag in grey and brown - an excellent underseat carry on for travel
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    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.

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  • Samsonite Theorym Underseater

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    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.

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  • Rockland Melrose Upright Wheeled Underseater

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    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.

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  • CALPAK Hue Mini Carry-On Luggage

  • Two views of the CALPAK Hue Mini Carry-On Luggage in jade green
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    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.

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  • Maxlite5 Rolling Underseat Carry-On

  • The Maxlite5 Rolling Underseat Carry-On in black (left) and a diagram breaking down the features of the Maxlite5 Rolling Underseat Carry-On (right)
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    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.

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  • Olympia Deluxe Fashion Rolling Overnighter

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    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.

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  • Lily Bloom Wheeled Cabin Tote

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    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!

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  • Helium DLX Rolling Underseater

  • Two view of the Delsey Helium DLX Rolling Underseater in Navy Blue
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    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.

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  • American Tourister Expandable Softside Luggage

  • American Tourister rolling softside luggage in teal
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    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.

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