This Flight Attendant-loved Carry-on Is 20% Off

One of the most beloved carry-ons of all time is on sale right now, just in time for one of the busiest travel periods of the year. If you’ve ever hunted for a reliable carry-on suitcase online, you’ve no doubt stumbled across the Travelpro Maxlite 5, an all-time favorite among flight attendants, pilots, and occasional flyers alike. Reviewers rave that this 21-inch carry-on is all you need for trips lasting two or more weeks, making it the perfect companion for your upcoming holiday travel plans.

During Amazon’s Early Black Friday Sale, you can save 20 percent off this best-selling bag that’s racked up nearly 10,000 five-star ratings. Find out why flight crews consider it a must-have for travel, and snag it before the peak travel season is fully underway.

Travelpro Maxlite 5 Softside Expandable Carry-on

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This version of the Maxlite 5 measures 21 inches tall by 14 inches wide, falling within the international carry-on dimensions of many major airlines. So, you don’t have to worry about getting hit with unexpected luggage fees if you’re planning an end-of-year jaunt overseas—even on Europe’s notoriously fee-happy budget airlines. This size gives you 46 liters of packing space, plus two additional inches of optional expansion, which many reviewers say is enough for a two-week trip. One even wrote that they “can pack for five-plus weeks” with just this carry-on and a backpack. When’s the last time you traveled for longer than a month without checking luggage?

Most of the capacity comes from the main compartment, a spacious chamber with compression straps and polyester lining made of post-consumer recycled plastic. But also, the bag has some built-in organizational pockets, like a mesh zipper pouch on the inside of the flap, and another, more accessible slot on the front of the suitcase. Other features include the two low-profile carrying handles, on the top and side, and the comfy contoured telescoping handle that locks in place at 38 and 42.5 inches high.

Travelpro Maxlite 5 Softside Expandable Carry-on

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You can be sure all of the materials of the Travelpro Maxlite 5 Carry-on are top quality, too, from the high-tensile-strength zippers to the stain-resistant Duraguard coating to the smooth and sturdy spinner wheels. 

One flight attendant reviewer said her older version lasted through six years of constant use. ”Keep in mind I fly around the world,” they wrote. “Get this suitcase. It’ll last you a long time.” Meanwhile, a flight attendant-in-training shared that they were referred to this piece by other flight attendants. They wrote that their instructor has been using a Travelpro carry-on for the last 19 years, and it’s still going strong.

Apparently, frequent fliers and pilots love this carry-on just as much. One airline pilot who owns a two-wheeled version shared that this upgraded, four-wheel version was a smart choice for his wife. “We just went on a 2-week European trip and she had nothing but praise for this version,” he wrote. “I travel all the time, all over the world, and I’ve experimented with every case out there—Monos, Samsonite, Away, July, Tumi, you name it,” another reviewer wrote. “Nothing beats my two Travelpros. They’re durable, handsome, easy to roll, and they are featherlight. Absolutely the best bag on the market.”

Right now, with early Black Friday sales well underway at Amazon, you can get the top-rated carry-on for $148 instead of $185. It’s available in seven different colors—including black, blue, pink, burgundy, green, and gray—all on sale for 20 percent off. 

Interested in seeing more flight attendant-loved carry-ons? Keep scrolling for more from the sale, starting at $52. 

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At the time of publishing, the price started at $148.

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