Best Underseat Luggage With Wheels 2023

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Tired of buying a new suitcase every time the zip breaks? Or just looking for some extra protection of your prized possessions? There are only a handful of zipperless suitcases worth investing. I’ve spent ten hours researching and reading user reviews to find the best no zip suitcases on the market. Read on to find out everything you need to know before making a purchase.

A growing trend I’ve seen at the airport is super small rolling suitcases with a telescopic handle. These trendsetters might be on to something.

If you’re only going away for a day or two, but don’t want the hassle of carry a bag on your shoulder, these extra small trolley suitcases on wheels are perfect whether travelling by plane or train. Underseat suitcases (or pilot suitcases) are also ideal for getting around paying for cabin luggage fare or if you have a fragile item that you don’t want to check in and prefer to have your eyes on it at all times like a laptop (many have front pockets for easy access to your laptop).

Underseat suitcases aren’t the easiest product to find when searching on Amazon so I’ve spent five hours researching and reading user reviews and compiled a list of the best to buy.

If you’re looking for new luggage before you travel, check out our guides to the best lightweight suitcases, checked luggage, aluminium suitcases and luxury luggage brands. And for travel accessories, we recommend suitcase packing cubes and a luggage tracker.

What are the best dimensions for underseat suitcases?

The best size for underseat suitcases is 40cm x 20cm x 25cm as this is inside most airlines regulations. Remember to include the wheels when considering your purchase. Many forget and a caught out when trying to fit their suitcase under the seat! If you’re flying Easyjet or British Airways, you can have a slightly larger underseat suitcase (pilot suitcases are great for complying with Easyjet’s free hand luggage regulations.

Here is a list of airline underseat dimensions:

• British Airways – 45cm x 36cm x 20cm
• Easyjet – 45cm x 36cm x 20 cm
• Ryanair – 40cm x 20cm x 25cm
• Aer Lingus – 33cm x 25cm x 20cm
• Wizz Air – 40cm x 30cm x 20 cm