How many shoes can I fit in a suitcase?

Pack a maximum of 3 pairs of shoes if you are traveling for a week. Pack a pair of casual, formal, and athletic shoes. If you are taking a weekend trip, just pack the necessary shoes. For example, don't pack formal shoes for a weekend camping trip.



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These questions will help you decide how many shoes you'll (really) need to bring. Whether you're a travel newbie or have more air miles than money in your bank account, setting a limit for yourself early on will help you in the long run. A rule of thumb is to stick to three pairs or fewer.

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Most frequent travelers swear by the “3 pairs of shoes” rule, which is to pack two pairs of functional and comfortable shoes and one pair that's a little more formal and dressier.

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DO wear slip on shoes! Listen, unless you have TSA PreCheck®…you will have to remove your shoes. So save yourself the hassle of unbuckling, unzipping or untying and bring them slip-ons!

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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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Method 2: Shoes Down at the Bottom This keeps your heaviest items on the bottom, which reduces any chance of luggage tip-overs. Lay your luggage open on the floor, and follow the same rule of thumb by stuffing the insides of your clean shoes with small items.

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Clothes: If your trip is three days long, you will surely need a load of clothes.
  1. Shoes (sandals/flip flops, if going to the beach).
  2. A pair of comfortable jeans/jeggings/shorts/leggings.
  3. 2 to 3 t-shirts or tops.
  4. Nightwear.
  5. Two pairs of socks.
  6. Two pairs of undergarments.
  7. One lightweight jacket.
  8. Winter jacket or parka. (


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Pack in threes. This way you'll have just enough of each item to wash one, dry one, and wear one. Pants can usually be worn more than once, so two pairs should suffice. This rule only applies to the staples that you'll be wearing everyday.

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Anything Metal
Metal jewelry and piercings can set off the metal detector. Likewise, belt buckles can easily cause issues, and most TSA rules and regulations require you to remove them anyway.

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Firearms, ammunition, and fireworks are prohibited, as are all knives and safety razors (including pocket knives and Swiss Army knives). Straight razors and replacement blades for straight razors are also not allowed. Most tools also cannot be packed in carry-on luggage, as they have the potential to cause harm.

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Firearms, ammunition, and fireworks are prohibited, as are all knives and safety razors (including pocket knives and Swiss Army knives). Straight razors and replacement blades for straight razors are also not allowed. Most tools also cannot be packed in carry-on luggage, as they have the potential to cause harm.

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