Can you fit 10 days worth of clothes in a carry-on?

From a few days to a few weeks, you can fit everything you need in a carry on. It all comes down to packing efficiently.



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® Yes! You can pack 10 days of clothes in one carry-on bag.

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Yes! You can pack 10 days of clothes in one carry-on bag. The key is to pack clothes that all work together, and of course, to use clothing organizers that maximize the space in your bag.

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Packing a carry-on bag for one week is generally a good idea. Don't aim for longer than that, you'll have enough with your one-week plan.

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Yes! You can pack 10 days of clothes in one carry-on bag.

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Extended-trip (5+ nights; 70 liters or larger) Trips of 5 days or more usually call for packs of 70 liters or more. These are also usually the preferred choice for winter treks lasting more than 1 night.

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With a good carry-on sized bag, you can totally travel for as long as you want. Picking the right kind of clothes is key. You want all your clothes to work with each other. That is, all tops should be able to be worn with all bottoms, and under your jacket and with both pairs of shoes you'll bring.

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Here are six easy tips for packing a week's worth of clothes in your carry-on.
  1. Go someplace warm. If you're planning a vacation, choose your weather wisely. ...
  2. Wear your layers. ...
  3. Roll your clothes in your carry-on. ...
  4. Use your shoes wisely. ...
  5. Embrace minimalism. ...
  6. Do laundry.


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Packing to Save Space
  1. Pack in categories, use packing cubes, and roll, don't fold.
  2. Make use of all available space.
  3. Keep track of what you didn't use and leave it at home next time.
  4. Make the most of your personal item allowance.
  5. Wear your bulkiest items through check-in.


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® Yes! You can pack 10 days of clothes in one carry-on bag.

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Do the clothing countdown: If you need a mantra to help streamline your wardrobe, use the 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 rule for a weeklong trip: Limit yourself to no more than five sets of socks and underwear, four tops, three bottoms, two pairs of shoes and one hat. The list should be adjusted to suit your needs.

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Though what to pack in your carry-on ultimately depends on your preferences, there are a few guidelines for the best way to pack your luggage: Pack items in layers (shoes one layer, clothes one layer, electronics one layer, etc.). Pack the things you'll use the least at the bottom of the bag.

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If you have unlimited suitcase space and don't want to do any laundry, a two-week trip means packing 14/2 = 7 bras and at least 14 pairs of underwear. That consumes a lot of valuable suitcase space! To reduce the number of pieces that need to be packed, simply commit to doing laundry on the road.

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Is 10kg luggage enough for a week? Yes, absolutely! It isn't a lot but you can do it if you ditch all of your heavy items. Use the hotel toiletries and take your essentials in tiny pots.

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How to Keep Your Carry-on Luggage Under 10kg
  1. Image credit: Rimowa. Invest in a lightweight suitcase. 1/11. ...
  2. Swap your laptop for a tablet. 2/11. ...
  3. Downsize your toiletries. 3/11. ...
  4. Get a universal adaptor. 4/11. ...
  5. Carry your coat. 5/11. ...
  6. Cull clothes ruthlessly. 6/11. ...
  7. Digitise your travel docs. 7/11. ...
  8. Ditch the books. 8/11.


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