Carry-On Suitcases for Short-Term Travel — Starting at $40

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Travel is back, and we’re not wasting any time! Whether you’re heading out for a bachelorette party weekend, a quick business trip, a family reunion or some relaxing time on the beach in the sun, we want to make sure you’re all set!

Although luggage and suitcases can be expensive, you want to make sure your belongings are safe and secure. That’s why we picked out five affordable suitcases for your next short trip that give you more bang for your buck. These picks range from $40 to $112 — and they’re all carry-on size!

This Amazon Basics Suitcase

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Amazon

If you’re looking for something durable to protect more delicate items, a hardside suitcase is a great choice. This Amazon-made suitcase has four spinners, a telescoping handle, and three zip pockets inside. It can be expanded up to 15% for souvenirs!

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Amazon Basics 21-Inch Hardside spinner, Black for only $112 Please note that prices are correct as of the date of publication (May 18, 2022), but subject to change.

This iFLY Suitcase

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Walmart

This suitcase has received a lot of positive reviews. Like, a lot, a lot. We can see why! It’s gorgeous, reliable and offers the most in “stylish functionality,” as one shopper wrote in their review. It comes in many amazing colors, too!

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Walmart has the iFLY Hardside Fitech Carry-On Luggage for only $89

This Skyline Suitcase

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Target

This lighter style suitcase is a mix of a duffel bag and a luggage bag. It has wheels and telescopic handles so you can easily roll it through airport security without feeling strained. A soft suitcase is nice because it’s more flexible, and shoppers even say this has the “best price with high quality”!

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Target: Skyline Rolling 35L Duffel Bag, $40

This American Tourister Suitcase

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Amazon

Sleek and colorful, this American Tourister suitcase was already a great price, but it’s even on sale right now! It’s another pick with four spinner wheels, and we love its mesh divider and cross straps for better organization. There’s a little zip pocket inside too for smaller valuables!

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Amazon has the American Tourister Straum XLT Expandable Hardside Carry-On 21-Inch Carry-On 21 Inch for $96 Please note that prices are correct as of the date of publication (May 18, 2022), but subject to change.

This Rockland Suitcase

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Amazon

Major deal alert! This fierce and fabulous spinner wheel suitcase has a leopard print hard shell, but it’s nice and lightweight for easy stowing. We’re not missing out on this sale!

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Amazon: Only $55 for the Rockland Safari Hardside Wheel Luggage, Blue Leopard Carry-On 20 Inch (originally $160). Please note that prices are correct as of the date of publication (May 18, 2022), but subject to change.

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