How do you distribute weight in a suitcase?

And it's super simple:
  1. Pack medium-weighted items and things to which you don't need quick access at the bottom of your pack. ...
  2. Heavier items go in the middle: think stuff like your computer, water bottle, and bicycle lock.
  3. Lighter items and things you want easily accessible go on top and in the outer pockets.




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Place something soft in the bottom first, then put the heavy items in. This also helps to distribute the weight better by placing the heavy part of the bag in line with the torso and improving the carrying comfort.

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Shoes, coats and towels are usually the heaviest items. Putting them at the bottom of the suitcase will make everything you put on top of them wrinkle much less. If you are staying at one of our hotels you do not need to bring towels of any kind.

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Rolling your clothes technically doesn't make your baggage lighter. But it does save room. By compressing your clothes, you'll need less space to fit all your things. This means you'll be able to take a smaller, lighter bag, over a bigger, heavier and bulkier suitcase.

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How do I calculate my bag weight?
  1. Place the bathroom scale in a room with lots of open space. Step on the scale and weigh yourself. ...
  2. Grab your item of luggage and step back onto the scale. Try to position yourself and the luggage in the centre. ...
  3. Subtract the first weight recorded from the second weight.


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23kg = 50.7 lb. I know that typically the check-in counter agents would allow check-in luggage to be above 1 lb the maximum free authorized weight, but just in case some agent decides to strictly apply the luggage weight policy.

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In short, the 3-1-1 rule is: Each liquid you bring through the TSA checkpoint must be in a 3.4-ounce or smaller container (3), all containers must be placed inside one clear quart-size plastic bag (1) and each passenger is only allowed one plastic bag (1).

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The easiest method for weighing your luggage is to use a digital luggage scale. These pocket-sized pieces of tech are a great investment for frequent travellers. Not only are they incredibly straightforward to operate (more on that below), but they're also accurate and cost-effective.

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Layer Your Luggage Start by placing heavy and bulky items at the bottom of your suitcase, followed by lighter items and fragile belongings on top. This arrangement will help to distribute weight evenly, ensuring that you can fit more into your 23kg luggage without exceeding the limit.

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Any excess bags will be charged the overweight fee for 51 lbs / 23 kgs – 70 lbs / 32 kgs.

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23KG is a good amount of weight to work with and ideal for a 2 week holiday, and with some careful planning is enough for up to 3 weeks.

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Shoes, coats and towels are usually the heaviest items. Putting them at the bottom of the suitcase will make everything you put on top of them wrinkle much less.

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Overweight baggage is usually considered any bag weighing more than 50lbs. The fees for checking overweight baggage are usually charged in addition to any standard, excess, or overweight fee.

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Is toothpaste considered a liquid by the TSA? Yes, toothpaste must adhere to the 3-1-1 rule for liquids and gels. Toothpaste can be brought through TSA security in your carry-on as long as it is 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less and placed in a 1-quart bag.

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But what are they, and is deodorant considered a liquid when flying? Deodorant can be considered a liquid when flying if it is in a gel or aerosol form. If your deodorant is solid, though, the TSA will let you bring a standard stick of solid deodorant with you in your carry-on luggage.

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The TSA rules allow for lipstick to be considered a solid, not a liquid or gel, which means that you do not have to take it out of your carry-on during the security check.

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If your flight ticket is marked with the code “2 PC”, you may take two pieces of baggage, each weighing a maximum of 23 kg. If your flight ticket is marked with the code “3 PC”, you may take three pieces of baggage, each weighing a maximum of 23 kg.

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Each bag should weigh less than 23KG/50LBS. This is an international regulation set for the health and safety of airport workers who have to lift hundreds of bags daily.

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Passengers who have not added a bag to their booking can still purchase a 20kg Check-in bag at the airport bag drop desk for €/£ 70.00. Excess baggage can be purchased online up to 2 hours before departure for €/£9 per extra kilo. The price at the airport/call centre/kiosk is €/£11 per extra kilo.

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