Heading to Hawaiʻi on Hawaiian, United, Virgin, or Alaska? Go with a carry-on that’s 22″ x 14″ x 9″—it’ll fit in the overhead without a fuss. Hawaiian lets you bring 25 lbs, Virgin gives you 30, and United and Alaska don’t have weight limits (just don’t go overboard). Below are some bags that’ll get you on the plane without a gate check detour.
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We love this carry-on. Not only does it look great, it’s built to make travel easier. The front compartment is a game changer—perfect for keeping your laptop (up to 15.6″) safe, easy to grab, and separate from everything else. Need a little extra space? It expands up to 1.57″ to fit those last-minute additions.
Overall Dimension: 21.8” x 14.5” x 9.8”
This Amazon customer is a fan:
“This luggage is giving!! It is made of quality material! It is roomy and allows for at least 3-5 days of packing..depending of course on what you’re trying to take along on vaca! This piece traveled to Mexico on a 7-day hiatus without difficulty and the need for extra luggage! I’m hoping to purchase the next size up to complete the set!!”
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This carry-on spinner really has it all. It’s got built-in USB and Type-C ports plus a handy spot for your power bank (9” W x 3.5” L x 1” D)—just plug in and charge on the go (power bank not included). Inside, there’s plenty of room to pack smart, with zippered pockets to keep things organized and compression straps to keep everything in place. The self-mending zippers are super durable, and it even expands an extra 2″ when you need some extra space. And honestly—how cute is this baby blue color?
Overall Dimension: 22” x 14.25” x 9.25”
This Amazon customer is a fan:
“They’re even better than expected! Very sturdy and very spacious! I love all of the internal storage pockets and I can fit so much more inside than expected! The carry on fit easily into the overhead of even a smaller plane and they aren’t as heavy as expected! I’ve never packed all of my regular items with room to spare before. Absolutely in love with these!!”
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This suitcase is about to become a favorite—light, tough, and looking great with its navy base and tan trim. Inside, there’s plenty of space with straps, dividers, and pockets that make packing way easier (no more digging around for your stuff!). And the TSA lock plus smooth zippers keep your gear safe and hassle-free at airport security.
Overall Dimension: 22.5” x 14.6” x 9.9”
This Amazon customer is a fan:
“I took this on my cruise and it was perfection. I had another piece of luggage from another brand with me on the cruise and this was significantly better quality and easier to tow. I highly recommend!”
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This carry-on keeps things secure with a zipperless TSA-approved key lock (two keys included) on the main compartment—perfect if you need to check it or just want extra peace of mind. Inside, X-bands and pockets keep your stuff safe and in place. There’s also a quick-access front-loading laptop compartment that fits laptops up to 15.6″ and has room for your tickets, passport, and ID, making security checks way easier. Plus, with quiet wheels and a cool carbon fiber look, getting around the airport feels way easier.
Overall Dimension: 21.3″ x 14.6″ x 9.4″
This Amazon customer is a fan:
“Love this Enkloze Cabin Bag. Fitted everything in nicely, the lockable laptop pouch is a definate plus especially at airport security checks. Its nice and light, moves extremely well, the tall extension handle is great as well. All up a lovely bit of travel kit, wish I had it sooner.”
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This carry-on has all the essentials—360° rotating double wheels and a durable hardshell case—but what sets it apart are the easy snap-on, snap-off wheels and four built-in tabs for securing a bag or purse.
Overall Dimension: 21.25″ x 13.78″ x 8.88″
This Amazon customer is a fan:
“We recently purchased two of these for an 8 day European River cruise. They were the perfect size to pack for 8 days. At first, I was concerned about the quality but the quality of these carry on suit cases was superb they can take alot of punishment.”
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This carry-on keeps things simple and smart. The main compartment is super roomy, with cross straps to keep your stuff from shifting around. Need more space? Just unzip and boom—more room. Toiletries go in the waterproof pocket, and there’s a sneaky zip compartment for your private stuff. It even has a built-in USB cord so you can charge your phone on the go (just bring your own power bank).
Overall Dimension: 14.1″ x 9.3″ x 21.5″
This Amazon reviewer is a fan:
“I really love this suitcase! The fact that I picked out orange is wonderful. You can’t miss me when you’re coming to the airport to pick me up.Lol and I love the fact that I can plug my charger in there for my cell phone while i’m waiting for a layover. I love all the pockets. I just, i’m really very happy with this and I would recommend it.”
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Wrangler’s not just about jeans anymore! This straightforward carry-on makes travel a breeze with 360° spinner wheels that glide in any direction—no more wrestling with your luggage or straining your wrists.
Overall Dimension: 21.5″ x 9.5″ x 14.5″
This Amazon reviewer is a fan:
“Awesome. Took it on an 8 day tour and stuffed it full. Everytime I thought, there is NO WAY I’m getting that closed again, I did! It’s very durable and can take abuse!”
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Overall Dimension: 14.56″ x 9.84″ x 22.04″
This Amazon reviewer is a fan:
“Love these bags! Wheels are of great construction, rolls effortlessly, zippers are great quality, good compartment sizes, color was spot on with the advertisement. Cup holder works great, at the different airports I had so many comment on how they loved my cupholder and they wished their carryon had one. I also used the hook on side to put plastic bags to help keep my hands free. If you need a new bag, check this one out, we love ours!”
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Overall Dimension: 14.1″ x 9.3″ x 21.5″
This Amazon reviewer is a fan:
“So far so good! I use this as a carry on and its MUCH larger than my previous and works amazing. Quality is superb and works great for my traveling needs. The weight while filled (A LOT) still didnt feel very heavy and worked perfect to ease around and travel with. Durability for 6+ flights so far as a carry on seems perfect with no scratches or markings!”
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Carry-ons can start to feel pretty similar, but the Skyway Epic 2.0 stands out as a solid choice. It’s got all the basics—smooth all-direction wheels, a telescoping handle, a lightweight hardshell, and a roomy interior. But what sets this one apart? An extra carry handle on the bottom, making it easier to grab and lift when you need it.
Overall Dimension: 14″ x 9.3″ x 22.3″
This Amazon reviewer is a fan:
“Love the style and size.”
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Overall Dimension: 21″ x 14″ x 1″
This Amazon reviewer is a fan:
“My second Delsey luggage. This time I got the Colbart Blue and it is beautiful. It expands to hold so much more.
Wanted to go blue and so glad I did. It is so lightweight and made so well. Loved the locks too. I bought a travel pro underseat in navy blue to go with it and it is perfect for me not having to lift anything at my seat for I will check the Delsey.”
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Overall Dimension: 19″ x 14.5″ x 9.5″
This Amazon reviewer is a fan:
“Nice luggage. I have used it for a trip to Europe, and it worked very well. I like the incorporated zipper lock. The case is light weight, but strong.”
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