Suitcases are one of the bag types customers ask the most questions about before buying. They want to know whether it can go in the cabin, how much it holds and whether it will survive long journeys. This guide covers luggage sizes, material differences and the information every suitcase product page should include.
Cabin suitcase sizes
A cabin suitcase is designed as the bag a passenger carries on board. Most airlines set a cabin baggage limit of around 55 × 40 × 20–23 cm, with a weight limit usually between 7 and 10 kg. These rules vary by airline, ticket type and flight, and can change over time.
So rather than claiming “accepted in the cabin by all airlines”, the right approach for sellers is to state the product’s external dimensions including wheels and handle and advise customers to check the current rules of the airline they are flying with.
Medium and large suitcases
- Medium suitcase: Usually 60–68 cm tall. Enough for a one-week holiday or a business trip of a few days.
- Large suitcase: Usually 70–80 cm tall. Preferred for long trips, travel abroad or moving.
Weight matters with large suitcases. Given airline baggage weight limits, a lighter empty case lets customers pack more. Stating the empty weight on the product page is therefore a selling advantage.
Luggage sets or single suitcases?
Sets combining cabin, medium and large sizes are popular with customers buying for the whole household and with couples preparing for a wedding. Single suitcases are bought for a specific need. Offering both lets you reach different types of customers.
Hard-shell or soft luggage?
- Hard-shell suitcases (ABS, polycarbonate, polypropylene): Protect contents better against impact, wipe clean easily and look modern. Polycarbonate is generally considered more flexible and durable than ABS.
- Soft (fabric) suitcases: External pockets and some flexibility suit people who want to squeeze in extra items; they also fit more easily into tight spaces.
What to look for when choosing a suitcase
- Wheels: 360-degree double spinner wheels let you glide the case alongside you.
- Telescopic handle: It should extend and retract smoothly without wobbling; several height options add comfort.
- Zip and lock: A strong zip and combination lock give peace of mind when travelling.
- Interior layout: Dividers, elastic straps and mesh pockets keep contents in place.
- Expandable body: On some models, extra volume opened by a zip is handy for gifts on the way home.
What a suitcase product page should include
A significant share of luggage returns stems from size and expectation gaps. State clearly on your product page:
- External dimensions including wheels and handle (height × width × depth)
- Empty weight and, if possible, volume
- Shell material, wheel type and lock details
- A photo that shows scale (for example, next to a person)
Our step-by-step guide how to measure a bag also applies to suitcases.
Peak periods for luggage sales
Demand for suitcases rises noticeably before summer holidays, around religious holidays and during wedding and trousseau season. Preparing stock and product pages a few weeks ahead ensures you do not miss the opportunity. To build a sales calendar around special days, see our special days bag campaign calendar.
Wholesale suitcases at Çanta Bayim
Stores and online sellers that sell luggage can browse the styles on Çanta Bayim’s wholesale suitcases page. You can start with a mixed wholesale order of at least 15 units in total across different styles and colours, and combine suitcases with bags in the same order. For those who want to sell without holding stock, single-unit ordering with a dealer account is also available.