Suitcase Size Guide

The vast majority of dimensions listed on Case Luggage are the external dimensions of a suitcase which includes the wheels and the carry handles. The dimensions do not include the telescopic trolley handle when it has been extended. The height dimensions are usually taken from the bottom of the wheel to the top of the top carry handle and the width dimensions include the side handle.  Some cases will have dimensions listed that exclude the wheels and this is noted on the Case Luggage website.

Generally, the wheels add 5-6 centimetres to the size of the case.

When you are replacing an old case where the wheels are integrated into the case you should remember that most new cases, with the exception of 2-wheel cabin cases, will have less packing capacity because the wheels will generally be attached to the bottom of the case for easy manoeuvering.

This answer to this question depends on how long your holiday is, where you are travelling at what time of year and whether you are a light or heavy packer. We generally advise the following:

As a guide, you'll be able to fit the following items into cases with these capacities: