Cheapest shop to buy suitcases this week including cabin baggage that fits Ryanair, EasyJet and Jet2
Plus find out how to compare prices for the best deal
HOLI-YAY Cheapest shop to buy suitcases this week including cabin baggage that fits Ryanair, EasyJet and Jet2
IF you're heading off on your holidays this summer, don't let pricey luggage weigh you down.
Whether you're in need of a small cabin case or a full three-piece set, there are plenty of bargain buys to be found both online and on the high street.
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We rounded up the cheap shops to buy suitcases
We've scoured the web to find the cheapest deals around, including big brand names, so you can save your cash for cocktails.
Here's what's on offer:
Amazon - From £9.39
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Amazon is selling a RyanAir approved holdall on wheels
Amazon is selling a cabin bag that is EasyJet and Jet2 compatible.
Its available in both grey and black and is waterproof - which is an extra travel bonus.
For those who prefer a roller, the online retailer is also selling a RyanAir compatible holdall on wheels for just £15.99.
ASOS - £40
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The ASOS CabinMax underseat bag is EasyJet compatible
Asos is selling a pink CabinMax underseat roller for £40.
Whilst the bag qualifies as an EasyJet free underseat bag, it would be too wide for RyanAir.
Dunelm – from £35
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Dunelm is offering stylish luggage options
For those after check in luggage, Dunelm is selling a tough shell, metallic large suitcase for £45.
While it doesn't come in a set, it's a stylish and sturdy option for solo travellers or weekend trips
Sports Direct – from £14.99
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Sports Direct is selling affordable cabin bags
Perfect for short breaks or business trips, Sports Direct is selling a Slazenger lightweight cabin case for £14.99.
The case has extendable sizing, plenty of pockets and even comes with a padlock.
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It's one of the cheapest branded cabin bags we've seen, down by a whopping £30.
However it will have to be checked in as hold luggage for RyanAir, Jet2 and EasyJet.
Sports direct is also offering a three-piece Slazenger set for just £64, slashed down from £189.99.
Home Bargains – from £20
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Home Bargains offers multiple sizes to choose from
Home Bargains is offering great value across all sizes and also gives you the chance to grab the full three-piece set for £99.
While not the cheapest set overall, the individual prices make this a top pick if you only need one or two cases.
Matalan – from £22
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Matalan sells each size separately
Matalan is selling IT suitcases at a bargain price.
The cabin suitcase is selling for £22, down from £32.
Meanwhile, the medium size is selling for £40, and the larger £50.
They are sold separately which is great if you're after one or two sizes instead of a full set.
Debenhams – £59
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Debenhams is selling suitcases for less than half price
Debenhams has slashed the price of its three-piece suitcase set from £134.99 to just £59.25.
It features a hard shell, which it claims "resists scratches and scuffs" and is designed to be "protective."
The set is great value for money considering it comes with a small, medium and large roller case for just £59.
The high street retailer is also selling a four-piece Regency Hard Shell Luggage Set for £74.99, down from £149.99.
This means shoppers are bagging a massive 50% off.
Baggage rules
Here's the key information you need to know about regarding some of the key airlines operating in the UK.
Ryanair
All Ryanair passengers can bring a small personal bag on board but this must fit under the seat in front of you.
It must be no bigger than 40cm x 20cm x 25cm.
All over-sized cabin bags will be refused at the boarding gate, or where available put in the hold for a fee.
Anyone wanting to bring another bag, you'll need to upgrade and pay extra for priority and two cabin bags or checked baggage.
EasyJet
The budget airline allows each person to bring a small cabin bag on board.
It can be no larger than 45cm x 36cm x 20cm, this includes any handles or wheels, and it needs to be able to fit under the seat in front of you.
The bag can weigh up to 15kg but easyJet says you must be able to lift and carry it yourself.
Any bag larger than the limit, or any additional bags will be put in the hold and you'll have to pay an airport bag fee.
Jet2
Passengers can also bring on board one piece of hand luggage when flying with Jet2, free of charge.
It must not weigh more than 10kg and can't be any bigger than 56cm x 45cm x 25cm, including any wheels and handles.
If your hand luggage is larger or weighs more, it will have to be put into the aircraft's hold, which might incur an additional charge.
Travellers can also bring a small, personal item on board with them, such as a handbag, laptop case or a purchase made at the airport, but this has to be placed underneath the seat in front of you.
British Airways
All British Airways passengers can carry one piece of hand luggage and one small item on board.
The hand luggage must not be bigger than 56cm x 45cm x 25cm while the small item cannot exceed 40cm x 30cm x15cm.
TUI
People flying with TUI can bring on board one piece of hand luggage, weighing no more than 10kg for free.
It must be no larger than 55cm x 40cm x 20cm and you must be able to lift your hand luggage into an overhead storage compartment by yourself.
Items such as laptops, handbags and any item bought at the airport must be small enough to be stored under your seat.
Wizz Air
Wizz Air passengers can only take a small cabin bag for free onto the plane.
Bags must be no more than 10kg, and measure no more than 40cm x 30cm x 20cm.
Verdict
Sports Direct comes out on top for the cheapest branded cabin case at just £14.99, while its £64 three-piece set is ideal for families or longer trips.
If you're just after a single case, Dunelm offer solid one-off buys, while Matalan and Home Bargains are perfect if you want to pick and mix sizes.
However, if you're after something that's compatible for Easy Jet, Jet2 and RyanAir, you'll want to head on over to Amazon.
For overall value, Debenhams' £59.25 three-piece set is hard to beat – especially for shoppers after a full matching bundle without breaking the bank.
Just remember – prices are correct at the time of writing but can change quickly, so it's worth snapping up a deal before it wheels away.
How to compare prices
While all these deals are solid, it's important to remember that not every 'sale' price is actually a bargain.
That's where price comparison tools can come in handy.
Websites like Google Shopping let you type in a product name or model number to instantly compare prices across dozens of retailers.
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Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with.
Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks.
Sales are when you can pick up a real steal.
Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on.
Sign up to mailing lists and you'll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too.
When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use vouchercodes.co.uk and myvouchercodes.co.uk are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer.
Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. Trolley.co.uk app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping.
Bargain hunters can also use B&M's scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out.
And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you'll get some of your money back or a discount on the item.
PriceSpy is great if you want to look at a product's price history – it tracks prices from over 3,000 stores including Amazon, Argos and the major supermarkets.
Idealo works in a similar way and ranks products from the cheapest to the most expensive, while CamelCamelCamel focuses on Amazon deals specifically, showing you how prices have changed over time.
Shopping around and doing a quick search can save you serious money and stop you getting caught out by sneaky markups.
Just don't forget to factor in delivery fees and check stock before heading to stores to avoid disappointment.
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