The best kids luggage to buy in 2024

We’ve all seen the ubiquitous Trunki cases dotted throughout every airport – and when it comes to packing kids’ belongings effectively, the original ride-on suitcase is still one of the best options out there. However, those looking for a secure, stylish way to tote their children’s belongings from A to B, will find plenty of joyful cases to choose from at a range of price points. Many of our favourite luggage brands have now introduced mini ranges for little ones, utilising the same materials and build quality as their larger counterparts, replete with handy features for stashing in-flight paraphernalia such as games, books, iPads and snacks.

There’s a full gamut of styles, from the muted minimal options at BÉIS that’ll match the grown-ups’ cases to fun, rainbow-bright designs children will be thrilled to tote about themselves – think Steamline and IT Luggage. And there’s plenty that goes the extra mile, features-wise, helping keep airport-related faff to a minimum. Several, like the Trunki, utilise a ride-on design that’ll save little legs from trekking through the airport after a long day, there are plenty with mesh pockets for storing water bottles and goodies, and Stokke’s case even has a fold-out platform that turns plane seats into a bed – a true luxury for mini jet setters.

Below is our edit of the best children’s luggage options to shop now, in time for the school summer holidays and all your family travel plans.

BÉIS

BÉIS The Mini Roller

Best minimal children’s luggage

Pros: Stylish design, matches regular-sized suitcases
Cons: Expensive in comparison to some of the others here
Size: 43 x 23 x 42cm
Weight: 3kg

Everything we like about BÉIS’s range of luggage – the sleek lines, the superior build – is repeated here in mini form. That includes its strong polycarbonate shell with a lifetime warranty, super-smooth Hinomoto wheels and chic style sensibilities. A soft-grip handle makes things easier on little hands, and the inclusion of an exterior pocket makes the perfect spot to keep kids’ books and iPads handy while on the plane. A separate pouch keeps dirty clothes away from fresh ones when you’ve reached your destination.

Steamline

Steamline Kids Carry-on

Best luxury children’s luggage

Pros: Telescopic handle, TSA locks, matches regular-sized suitcases
Cons: This is a two wheel suitcase, so must be pulled behind you
Size: 40 x 30 x 25cm
Weight: 3kg

Your child will be the envy of all the other kids – and most of the adults – onboard when they toddle up to the plane with Steamline’s super-sweet hardside Entrepreneur carry-on. It’s a perfect replica of the brand’s vintage-chic grown-up cases in a manageable mini-size for tots. With its stylish ivory straps, gold buckles and fun bright colours, it’ll work equally well as a storage trunk for toys and games when not in use, and two TSA locks mean it’s as secure as it is sweet.

Stokke

JetKids by Stokke BedBox

Best versatile children’s luggage

Pros: Multipurpose piece of luggage, sleek design
Cons: On the heavier side, relatively expensive
Size: 20 x 36 x 46cm
Weight: 3kg

Frankly, we’re a little jealous of the kids who get to use this Stokke hardside suitcase. Firstly, it doubles up as a ride-on seat for being wheeled around at ease in the terminal. There’s plenty of space for a week’s worth of outfits, too. But the best part? There’s a platform that flips out inside at the top to make a leg rest to use during flights, turning uncomfortable economy seats into luxurious loungers in a flash – perfect for helping little ones get some shut-eye on flights. Stokke also has a selection of stickers that little ones can use to decorate their case to personalise it – what fun!

American Tourister

American Tourister Mickey Clouds Carry-On

Best kids’ luggage for Disney fans

Pros: Disney design is suitable for younger kids and older children alike, available with Amazon Prime, and expandable
Cons: May be too large for very young children to wheel themselves
Size: 40 x 20cm expanding to 23 x 55cm
Weight: 2.7kg

American Tourister is a go-to for quality, inexpensive, reliable luggage, and the brand’s children’s offerings are no exception. This cheery Mickey Mouse spinner carry-on suitcase is a little bigger than the other bags in this round-up, and it’s expandable, making it a solid choice for longer getaways and older children. A TSA lock adds extra security should it need to be checked, and the inner lining is made out of recycled bottles, for sustainable bonus points.

Samsonite

Samsonite Dream Rider Ride On Suitcase

Best children’s luggage for animal lovers

Pros: Very lightweight, ride-on functionality, fun animal design
Cons: No TSA lock
Size: 50 x 39 x 21cm
Weight: 1.8kg

At under 2kg, this is a very light suitcase, making it a zippy option for breezing around airports fuss-free. On the flip side, there’s no TSA lock, so this isn’t one to check into the hold. Like the popular Trunki case, little ones can sit on this when tired, and there’s an extra carry handle for them to grip onto for safety. A removable shoulder strap allows parents to pick it up and carry it when needed, or unclip one side to use for towing precious cargo.

Trunki

Tunki children’s ride-on suitcase

Best ride-on suitcase

Pros: Range of designs, doubles as a ride, easy to clean
Cons: Slightly awkward to carry or pull when in a rush
Size: 46X20X31cm
Weight: 1.7kg

For tiny flyers, Trunki’s ride-on-luggage is one of the most popular children’s suitcases on the market. Lightweight yet built to last, the case has a storage capacity of 18 litres, allowing plenty of space for toys and books. The real highlight is the saddle design, along with horn grips for stability and a tow strap, so children can ride the case and be pulled along – a great way to kill time in the airport.

Editor’s review: “We travelled with this suitcase as my two-year-old son’s carry-on bag when we flew to the Maldives. He absolutely loved being pulled around the airport while riding it, which helped speed up the journey from check-in to the gate. The shape of the bag means it won’t fit all large hard cover books, so stick to small or soft cover books, and I recommend storing any toys in packing cubes inside, otherwise they can fall out everywhere when the case is opened,” Lauren Burvill, commerce editor.

IT Luggage

IT Luggage Daxie Kids Underseat Suitcase

Best value kids’ luggage

Pros: Great price, long warranty
Cons: Not suitable for longer trips
Size: 45 x 34 x 20cm
Weight: 1.95kg

It Luggage has a large range of children’s cases at very purse-friendly prices; if you’re looking for something cheap and cheerful, this brand is a sure bet. This particular case is small – it’s sized to fit EasyJet’s under-seat cabin bag requirements – so unless you’re packing super-light, it’s more appropriate for stashing in-flight goodies than clothes. Nonetheless, at £35 and with an impressive 10-year warranty, it’ll see you through many trips to come.

Micro Scooter

Mini Micro Scooter Suitcase

Best children’s luggage for older kids

Pros: Kids will be very happy to carry their own luggage!
Cons: Small capacity, best suited to toys rather than clothes and shoes 
Weight: 3.3kg

Kids will love whizzing through the terminal on this, which is really more scooter than a suitcase. Capacity-wise, it’s not the biggest option on our list, which could be a downside, given the £100 plus price tag. However, for fun-factor, it can’t be beaten, and it folds up to the standard size for stowing in the plane’s overhead locker.

Trixie

Trixie Mr Lion Travel Trolley

Best soft shell kids’ luggage

Pros: Easy to clean
Cons:
Size: 45 x 34 x 12cm

This is one of the cutest kids’ suitcases we’ve seen. It’s a soft shell case, made from 100% cotton, with an easy wipe-clean, water-resistant finish. Little one not a fan of lions? There are also dinosaur and elephant designs to choose from, along with matching backpacks when it’s time to return to school.

Boppi

Boppi Tiny Trekker Kids Luggage

Best underseat cabin bag for kids

Pros: Very lightweight, matching backpacks available
Cons: On the smaller side for carry-on luggage
Size: 22 x 30 x 42cm
Weight: 1.5kg

Boppi’s little cases are another popular favourite for tiny travellers – and there’s a solid range of matching backpacks for bringing toys and treats along too, so you can build a proper kids’ luggage set. It’s not the biggest suitcase in our round-up, but it’ll fit perfectly under a plane seat, and there’s a stopper to keep it upright when not in use.

Packing cubes

Sharing the Road Packing Cubes for Kids

Best kids’ packing cubes

Not a case, but a handy addition to any mini jetsetter’s travel kit: packing cubes. These fun organisers will make planning outfits for tots as easy as can be, with clear labels for each day’s clothes. They can also double up as washbags, nappy bags and tech organisers when out and about, too.

 

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