Flying with Ryanair or Wizz Air and trying to avoid paying for a larger cabin bag, this 5 Cities under seat backpack is sized to match the common 40 x 30 x 20cm allowance. It sits in the budget travel bag bracket, competing with the more expensive “airline compatible” backpacks that promise the same thing, getting your essentials onboard without the hard case bulk.

Who is this for?

Best suited to short breaks, overnight work trips, or anyone who packs light and wants a single bag that can slide under the seat. The backpack format keeps hands free in airports and on public transport, and the boxy dimensions help you use the full allowance more efficiently than a typical daypack that tapers at the top.

  • 40 x 30 x 20cm sizing aimed at under seat travel on Ryanair and Wizz Air
  • Backpack carry for easier walking and transfers than a small holdall