Shoppers are raving about £12.50 Dunelm cabin bag that 'fits all airlines'

14 February 2024 , 07:00

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Travellers are delighted with the bargain buy (Image: Getty)

Hailed as the "ultimate travel companion that adapts to your needs" this expandable piece of hand luggage is helping travellers to navigate complicated airline luggage restrictions with ease.

Currently reduced to half price at Dunelm, the Constellation Expandable Universal Holdall is now just £12.50, giving travellers a lot of packing power to the pound. Small enough to meet the super strict requirements of Ryanair, shoppers who have already invested in the miracle travel bag have learnt that they don't need another bag as this one can be altered to fit most UK flight cabin sizes.

Sleek and stylish, the minimalist design will match any airport outfit, and the tardis-like interior means it's also a great choice for weekends away and road trips here in the UK.

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The bag features expanding front, base and side panels that increase capacity so you can fit more in. It also comes with a handy guide that tells you which expander zips to use for which airline including Jet2, British Airways, EasyJet and more.

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The handy cabin bag is now just £12.50 (Dunelm)

A trustworthy bit of kit that is versatile and durable, delighted shoppers have been leaving five-star reviews on the Dunelm website.

One customer said: "This holdall is a good sturdy bag and great concept. The bag is in line sizewise with the airline we are travelling with. You can also use with the extensions fully out if you were not flying and travelling by car, train or bus."

Shoppers seem to be particularly impressed by the compact dimensions that are small enough to stow under the seat in front on a Ryanair flight, with one describing it as a "Clever, smart looking expandable holdall that comfortably fits Ryanair measurements at its smallest. A bargain."

With a selection of internal and external pockets to keep smaller items close at hand in transit as well as a slip pocket to slot over the handle of your suitcase, this is a great little bag that has been designed to go the distance.

Cabin luggage restrictions for 2024

Not sure how big your bag can be for your next adventure? We've compiled a list of restrictions so you know exactly which size works best for you.

Aer Lingus

• For regional flights, passengers are permitted one piece of cabin baggage with a weight limit of 7kg and maximum dimensions of 48 x 33 x 20 cm.
• For all other flights, Aer Lingus permits one piece of cabin baggage with a weight limit of 10kg and maximum dimensions of 55 x 40 x 24 cm.
• Passengers can also bring a smaller piece of hand luggage into the cabin, such as a laptop, with maximum dimensions of 25 x 33 x 20cm.

British Airways

• One cabin bag measuring no more than 56x40x23cm and one personal item measuring no more than 40x30x15cm. Passengers must be able to lift them into the overhead lockers.

EasyJet

• One cabin bag measuring no more than 45x36x25 and weighing no more than 15kg.
• Passengers can book an additional large cabin bag measuring no more than 56x45x25. Prices start from £5.99
• EasyJet Plus members and passengers who have booked a FLEXI fare are also entitled to bring a large cabin bag onboard

Emirates

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• Economy customers are permitted one piece of carry-on baggage that must not exceed 55 x 38 x 20cm and must weigh no more than 7kg.
• First Class and Business Class customers are allowed two pieces of carry-on baggage: one briefcase plus either one handbag or one garment bag. The briefcase may not exceed 45 x 35 x 20cm; the handbag may not exceed 55 x 38 x 20cm; garment bags can be no more than 20cm thick when folded. The weight of each piece must not exceed 7kg.

Jet2

• One piece of hand luggage is free of charge, as long as it weighs no more than 10kg and is no larger than 56cm x 45cm x 25cm.
• Passengers can also bring a small, personal item on board.

Ryanair

• All fares include one small personal bag which can be brought on board, such as a handbag or laptop bag (40x20x25cm), which must fit under the seat in front of you.
• Priority and 2 Cabin Bag customers can bring a small personal bag measuring no more than 40x20x25cm, which must fit under the seat in front of you and a 10kg bag measuring no more than 55x40x20cm onboard.

TUI Airways

• One piece of hand luggage measuring no more than 55x40x20. It must weigh no more than 10kg and be able to be lifted into the overhead locker.
• One small personal item such as a handbag or laptop bag must be able to fit under the seat in front.

Virgin Atlantic

• All tickets include hand baggage measuring no more than 23 x 36 x 56cm as well as a small handbag or laptop bag. They must not weigh more than 10kg

Vueling Airlines

• All customers can take a cabin bag on board, free of charge measuring no more than 40x20x30 cm, as well as any purchases made at the airport. All cabin bags must fit under the seat in front.
• Premium and TimeFlex Fare passengers can also bring a 55x40x20cm cabin bag weighing no more than 10kg.
• Large cabin bags can be purchased in advance, with prices starting from £21.59 online or £49.49 at check-in.

Wizz Air

• All passengers are entitled to bring on 40x30x20cm bag onboard for free. The bag must weigh less than 10kg and fit under the seat in front.
• Large cabin bags measuring no more than 55x40x23cm can be purchased with Wizz Priority.

If you have yet to find the perfect cabin bag to meet your needs, the Kono bag from Amazon is proving popular at just £9.99, while on the other end of the spectrum, Antler is selling a delicious designer cabin bag for £100 in their online sale.

Laura Mckenna