Helping you choose your new suitcase

Airlines each set their own cabin baggage rules, and they change often. A case that flew as hand luggage last year may not this year — so it is worth checking before you buy.

What to check before you buy

• Dimensions — measure including the wheels and the handle. Most airlines size their gauges to the outside of the case, not the body of it.
• Weight — some airlines cap the weight of cabin bags as well as the size, and an empty hard case can already be several kilos.
• Where it goes — many airlines now separate a small bag that fits under the seat from a larger one that goes in the overhead locker, and only include the smaller one in the basic fare.
• Your fare — allowances often depend on the ticket type rather than the airline, so check the rules for the fare you have booked.

Always check with your airline

Because allowances vary between airlines and change without much notice, we would always recommend confirming the current limits on your airline’s own website before you travel.

Ranges vary by store — find your nearest Homesavers to see what luggage is in stock.