If you're in the market for some new luggage ahead of holiday travel season, Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days (October 7-8) has some of the steepest luggage discounts of the year.
Our team of shopping pros have been tracking deals all year on top-performing travel brands tested in the Good Housekeeping Institute's Textiles Lab. This October Prime Day, we're looking at steep markdowns on both checked luggage and carry-on luggage for easy airport maneuvering, plus packing cubes and handy travel accessories to keep you organized.
BROWSE OCTOBER PRIME DAY SALES
Since not all deals are worth jumping on, we curated a small list of editor-approved luggage that is reasonably discounted right now. Our experts expect some of these items to sell out, so don't miss these deals on top-tested luggage from brands like Samsonite, Vera Bradley, and Delsey Paris for up to 56% off!
Our favorite Prime Day luggage deals
Checked luggage deals
Samsonite Freeform Hardside Expandable Luggage
If you're a frequent traveler in need of new checked luggage, we recommend the Samsonite Freeform hard-sided suitcase while it's 50% off. The GH Institute named it the best overall luggage on Amazon and the best overall Samsonite luggage because of its easy-to-pack interior and impressive durability for the price. Plus, its 360-degree spinner wheels make it convenient to navigate through crowded terminals.
More checked luggage to consider:
- Take 45% off the Samsonite Winfield 3 DLX Hardside Expandable Luggage, which is yet another pick from our experts' favorite luggage brand ($104).
- Take 41% off the Delsey Paris St. Tropez Hardside Expandable Luggage—the brand has been included in several top-tested luggage roundups ($147).
- Take 30% off the Delsey Paris Helium DLX Softside Expandable Luggage, one of the GH Institute's top picks for lightweight checked luggage ($175).
- Take 15% off the Travelpro Maxlite 5 Softside Expandable Checked Luggage—our experts found that Travelpro's fabric held up well during abrasion tests in our Lab ($225).
Carry-on luggage deals
Delsey Paris Sky Max 2.0 Softside Expandable Luggage
In our Lab, our experts found that Delsey's soft-sided fabric held up well during durability tests. This 21-inch carry-on is equipped with two zippered exterior compartments, as well as two zippered interior compartments to help keep you organized on the go. What's more, the brand says it can expand up to 2 inches to give you extra packing space–ideal for stashing souvenirs at the end of your trip.
More carry-on luggage to consider:
- Take 37% off the Samsonite Winfield 20-Inch Hardside Luggage, a top-tested luggage brand ($120).
- Take 20% off an Away Softside Carry-On, a top-tested brand, and one of the few Away pieces on sale right now. ($180)
- Take 18% off the Samsonite Freeform 21-inch Hardside Expandable Carry-On Luggage, named the GH Institute's best lightweight carry-on ($146).
- Take 24% off the American Tourister Stratum 2.0 Expandable Hardside Luggage, which comes from our experts' best value luggage brand ($68).
Travel backpack deals
Named the best overall backpack on Amazon by the GH Institute, this popular bag has earned more than 90,000 five-star reviews from shoppers for its impressive quality and affordable price. Our testers loved its comfortable straps, anti-theft lock, and padded laptop compartment to help keep your devices safe during travel. It also has a built-in USB port to easily charge your phone on the go—though a portable power bank and cable are not included. At $17.59, this bag is currently sitting at its lowest price ever.
More travel backpacks to consider:
- Take 55% off the JanSport Laptop Backpack—the brand was included in our experts' best college backpack roundup ($25).
- Take 27% off the Lenovo Laptop Backpack, the GH Institute's best value backpack on Amazon ($16).
- Take 25% off the Baggallini Securtex Anti-Theft Travel Backpack, the GH Institute's best compact anti-theft backpack ($90).
- Take 40% off the Osprey Farpoint 40L Travel Backpack, the GH Institute's best carry-on backpack for lumbar support ($111).
Duffel bag deals
This Herschel Novel Duffle—a newer version of the GH Institute's best value duffel bag—is currently 40% off (and at its lowest price ever). Analysts at the Good Housekeeping Institute are often impressed by Herschel bags (given their durable, versatile designs), and the former version of this particular duffel did not disappoint during testing. Not only did testers note its sturdy base (which made it simple to pack), but they also appreciated the separated shoe compartment—a feature this newer version also boasts.
More duffel bags to consider:
- Take 39% off the Vera Bradley Performance Twill Tote Bag, the GH Institute's best weather-resistant tote bag ($70).
- Take 25% off the Under Armour Undeniable 5.0 Duffle, the GH Institute's best gym bag on Amazon ($37).
Travel accessory deals
If you've never used packing cubes, I personally consider them to be life-changing (and I don't say that often!). As a serial over-packer, they're the only way I fit everything into my carry-on when I don't want to check a bag. This top-performing packing cubes set is exactly what I use: I love that they're different sizes so they can fit into my suitcase like a puzzle—plus, it includes one of those handy toiletry bags. I also appreciate the included laundry bag, which makes it easy to keep clean and dirty clothes separate on the return trip. Currently, this set is on sale for just $1 more than its lowest price ever.
More travel accessories to consider:
- Take 22% off the Bagsmart Toiletry Bag, the GH Institute's best hanging toiletry bag ($18)
- Take 37% off the Bucky 40 Blinks No Pressure Eye Mask, the GH Institute's best overall sleep mask ($11).
- Take 32% off the Anker MagGo 3-in-1 Charging Station, the GH Institute's best overall wireless charger ($75).
- Take 40% off the Travel Inspira Digital Luggage Scale, the GH Institute's best overall luggage scale ($8).
- Take 31% off the Apple AirTag, the GH Institute's best overall luggage tracker ($20).
Luggage set deals
Looking to get the most bang for your buck? Check out this suitcase set from Samsonite, our experts' best overall luggage brand pick for its durable designs with ample packing space. This set of two suitcases comes with a 19-inch carry-on and a 28-inch checked bag. Each bag features a hard-sided exterior, 360-degree spinner wheels, and telescopic handles. Plus, they have expandable zippers for additional packing space. We've seen this set drop as low as $156, but it's a solid deal from a GH Institute-recommended brand.
More luggage sets to consider:
- Take 30% off the American Tourister Westridge Hardshell Luggage Set with a 20-inch carry-on, 24-inch checked luggage, and 28-inch checked luggage ($133).
- Take 50% off the Samsonite Freeform Hardside Expandable Luggage Set with a 23-inch carry-on and a 31.1-inch checked luggage ($240).
Is Prime Big Deal Days a good time to buy luggage?
Yes, Prime Big Deal days (which is essentially Prime Day in October) is a great time to buy luggage—especially if you want to score discounted bags before the holiday season officially begins.
Lexie Sachs, executive director of strategy and operations at the GH Institute, says, "Many of our top-tested luggage brands are available for purchase at Amazon, and we've seen them heavily discounted during Prime Day." Sachs continues, "Since luggage is an investment, it's a great time to take advantage of the deals on items you can continue to use for years."
However, while Prime Day and Big Deal Days are great times to buy luggage at a discount, you might find even better deals—which Sachs calls "substantial"—during Black Friday (that is, if you're willing to wait).
Lauren Gruber is an associate commerce editor at Hearst Magazines, where she writes for publications like Good Housekeeping, Cosmopolitan, Prevention, Country Living, House Beautiful, and more. She has over four years of professional experience covering a variety of lifestyle topics from home to fashion, with an advanced background in beauty and fragrance. When she’s not researching the most worthy Prime Day deals or hands-on testing all the latest perfume launches, Lauren is probably hanging out with her cat Serafina or flexing her AMC A-List membership at the movie theater.
You can find her previous work at Entertainment Tonight, Shop TODAY, USA Today, Self Magazine, L’Officiel USA, V Magazine, and Modern Luxury Media.
Samantha is a lifestyle commerce editor at Hearst magazines, where she covers fashion, fitness gear, tech, and viral products. She has over six years of editorial experience, including writing, editing, and hands-on product testing for commerce stories—whether it be an in-depth running shoe review or a curation of the latest Prime Day deals. As an avid runner and former Division I athlete, Samantha has particular expertise in fitness gear, apparel, shoes, and tech. (In fact, when she’s not at her desk, she’s probably out for a run.)
You can find Samantha’s work in Cosmopolitan, Good Housekeeping, House Beautiful, Country Living, Real Simple, Better Homes & Gardens, PEOPLE, and more.
