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Not really, there is a size limit on what you can carry on that is smaller than the checked in size.

ghaff 7y ago
Although I'd argue that a lot more people could manage with carry-on if they just brought what they need for a trip rather than everything they think of.
- 0xcde4c3db 7y ago
  It also helps to: - Ditch the standard rollaboard designs (especially hard-sided), which give the impression of being efficient but usually waste a significant amount of space. A bag (as opposed to suitcase-style luggage with stiff walls) has major advantages in maneuverability and simply taking up less space with its own material. - Learn some of the rolled/bundled packing techniques to minimize wasted space and wrinkling.
  - ghaff 7y ago
    >Ditch the standard rollaboard designs Absolutely. They lead to a lot of the overhead space issues because they're relatively bulky and take up a lot of space even if someone has only packed for a single day trip. I get that some people have physical issues but, big a fan as I am on wheels for check-in luggage for the relatively rare occasions I need it, IMO it's mostly unnecessary for carry-on.
- StreamBright 7y ago
  Absolutely. This is what I do. I travel every second week and for a long time I just have a carry on.
  - ghaff 7y ago
    Every now and then I need to check luggage--mostly because I need gear for some longer active vacation. But it's definitely the exception and I run into problems of some sort on a fairly regular basis when I do. (Usually due to flight changes/cancellations because of weather, etc.
close04 7y ago
Looking at some fellow passengers I sometimes have the feeling that you could board the plane with a mid-sized SUV, if only you were able to lift it above your head to put it in the bin. Some try to avoid bags in the hold (because of costs, time, risk) by cramming everything their cabin bag. And overpacking is pretty common.

Although I'd argue that a lot more people could manage with carry-on if they just brought what they need for a trip rather than everything they think of.

0xcde4c3db 7y ago
It also helps to: - Ditch the standard rollaboard designs (especially hard-sided), which give the impression of being efficient but usually waste a significant amount of space. A bag (as opposed to suitcase-style luggage with stiff walls) has major advantages in maneuverability and simply taking up less space with its own material. - Learn some of the rolled/bundled packing techniques to minimize wasted space and wrinkling.
- ghaff 7y ago
  >Ditch the standard rollaboard designs Absolutely. They lead to a lot of the overhead space issues because they're relatively bulky and take up a lot of space even if someone has only packed for a single day trip. I get that some people have physical issues but, big a fan as I am on wheels for check-in luggage for the relatively rare occasions I need it, IMO it's mostly unnecessary for carry-on.
StreamBright 7y ago
Absolutely. This is what I do. I travel every second week and for a long time I just have a carry on.
- ghaff 7y ago
  Every now and then I need to check luggage--mostly because I need gear for some longer active vacation. But it's definitely the exception and I run into problems of some sort on a fairly regular basis when I do. (Usually due to flight changes/cancellations because of weather, etc.

close04 7y ago

Looking at some fellow passengers I sometimes have the feeling that you could board the plane with a mid-sized SUV, if only you were able to lift it above your head to put it in the bin. Some try to avoid bags in the hold (because of costs, time, risk) by cramming everything their cabin bag. And overpacking is pretty common.