Air Travel Packing Tips

Many travelers need help packing. Many people need help with packing. Some worry about what to pack, while others fear losing something. Some people worry about how many luggage pieces they have, and others are concerned about whether or not they can fit in their suitcases within the airline’s weight limits. Every seasoned traveler has a particular part of packing they find overwhelming. These are my top 10 Air Travel packing hacks.

Tips for packing for flying

These travel hacks work for all types of travel. These packing tips will be helpful for any trip, whether it’s business travel or family vacations. These luggage packing tips are easy to follow. These luggage packing hacks can be used with what you already own. Let’s get started.

Select the right luggage.

Are soft bags better than hard tops? Are you looking for a trolley bag or a knapsack? These are common questions. The hard-side luggage with four wheels and zips is my favorite for air travel. These bags are lightweight, easy to transport, and very sturdy. They can be used as either a carry-on or check-in luggage.

Many brands offer hard-side luggage, such as Naher Miles. There are many options for the brand in terms of design, size, and color. They are known for their brightly colored bags that make a statement on any luggage belt. One of their Chennai super-king bags was a gift from a friend who traveled with me to Sri Lanka. Because of its bright colors, I was able to spot it on our flight.

Their carry-on hard bag bags also have the advantage of being easy to move in large airports. This carry-on bag is perfect for my camera bag and saves me a lot of back pain. These cabin bags can be used for overhead compartments on flights and may make a substantial one-piece bag for weekend trips.

These are the main points to remember when you pick up your luggage.

It’s easy to move around with your luggage

Based on your list, storage space

Facilitate segregation in the luggage space

Your belongings are safe and secure

Space-saving packing tips – Roll, Roll, and Roll

Instead of folding your clothes, roll them. This is for more than just backpackers who have large knapsacks. This is a great packing tip for air travelers. Rolling helps reduce wrinkles.

I usually use the Marie Kondo method for folding. This helps me to create tight piles that can be placed side-by in my complicated case. This arrangement allows you to see all of your outfits at once. Then, when you take one out from the pile, the rest will fall into the gap. This makes sure that the suitcase arrangement is always maintained.

This folding method can also be used for fragile items such as books and glass trinkets. They can be inserted between your clothes, protecting them from damage.

Luggage packing tips – Use cloth bags and packing cubes.

You will find two neat rows of clothes if you pack in the following manner. There should be a gap between them. This space can store your innerwear, large items such as snorkeling gear/ tripod stands, etc. My innerwear is usually packed in a small cloth bag. Then, I place the entire bag between the rows. Many of you may have packing cubes that could replace my cloth bags.

Keep your cosmetics in waterproof bags.

Leakage is not something anyone likes! To avoid these, keep your cosmetics safe with waterproof zip locks and reusable plastic bags. Don’t take large bottles; stick with the smaller ones. If you run out, you can always get another one. You don’t have to take your stock if you stay in hotels.

These waterproof bottles are great to keep in my bag’s mesh pockets.

Packing extra shoes.

If you pack well, your suitcase should have plenty of space on one side. Your extra shoes can be stored in bags and placed on the other side. I keep more than one pair of shoes for travel. The heaviest footwear is usually included in the complete set. My trekking/sports shoes are what I wear while on the road, so it is easier to carry light luggage.

Make sure you know the weight of your bag.

This is an excellent tip for air travel packing. You can assume you’ll be within your weight limit if you have everything in your bag. Sometimes you may be shocked to discover that you are overweight when you arrive at the check-in counter. It is a good idea to weigh both of your bags at home. It is possible to cross-reference this with the baggage allowance policy of your airline.

This is especially important if you’re traveling with low-cost carriers such as Scoot Airways or European airlines such as Ryan Air. These airlines have baggage limits that must be purchased. You will have to pay a lot if you exceed these limits. We had a fantastic time flying from Italy to the UK, where we were only 2 kgs above the limit. We had to take our heavy winter clothes with us until we arrived at our destination to avoid spending those euros.

Storing your electronics is one of the most essential air travel packing hacks.

Your cabin bag should contain most of your electronics, including tabs, cell phones, laptops, and cameras. They should be packed so they can be easily removed for security scanning. They are usually filled together in my camera bag, and the smaller one is kept in the giant cabin bag. This allows me to ensure that the items I need are removed promptly and minimizes the chance of having to re-scan. This results in a shorter wait at the security desk.

I always keep a hairdryer in my carry-on as an extra electronic item. Many people like to have travel irons and electronic shavers. These items can be added to your check-in baggage. You can also attach the drone’s battery to your checked-in luggage. The storm must be kept in your hand luggage.