FlyToIndia.caPacking for India: Budget-Friendly Luggage and Travel Essentials
What to look for in suitcases, luggage sets and travel essentials, so you get good quality without overpaying.
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Good quality, good price
You do not need expensive brands to travel well. Here are the travel essentials for a trip to India, and what to look for.
How to spot a good budget buy
- Choose items with a high rating from many reviewers.
- Read the low-star reviews. They show what breaks first, often wheels, zips and handles.
- Check the warranty and return policy.
- Check your airline's baggage rules first. See our baggage guide.
A large check-in suitcase
- A lighter empty suitcase leaves more of your weight allowance for gifts.
- Check the size limit for checked bags on your airline before you buy.
A carry-on that fits the rules
- Cabin weight limits are often around 7 to 10 kg, so a light bag helps. Check your airline.
- Keep medicines, documents, a change of clothes and chargers in your carry-on.
A luggage set for the family
- A set can cost less than buying each bag separately.
- Check the size of the largest bag against your airline limit, and check the warranty.
A digital luggage scale
- An easy way to avoid overweight fees. Weigh at home, and again before the flight back.
TSA-approved luggage locks
- If you fly to or through the USA, officers can open these locks without cutting them.
Packing cubes
- Keep clothes, gifts and kids' things separate. Compression cubes save space but not weight.
A travel adapter for India
- India uses 230 volt power and plug types C, D and M. Most phone and laptop chargers accept 100-240V, so they need only an adapter. Check the label on hair dryers.
Comfort for the long flight
- A neck pillow, eye mask and earplugs help on a long flight. Ask your doctor about compression socks if you have circulation concerns.
Luggage tags and trackers
- A bright strap makes your bag easy to spot, and a Bluetooth tracker shows where it is if it is delayed.
Prices and availability change often. The final price is the one on Amazon.ca. Travelling with children? Read our flying with kids guide.