9 best lightweight suitcases and luggage to shop in Australia 2023
These top-rated suitcases are your ticket to stress-free, stylish travel.
Checked light suitcase, $325 with free personalisation (usually $65), July
Carry more, without compromising the things you need in a quality suitcase: double wheel glides, proper handles and beautiful colours.
Key features:
- Weighs 3.2kg
- Can be personalised
- Available in 9 stunning colours
- Capacity: 75L
- Twin bar 3-stop telescopic handle
- German polycarbonate shell
- SilentMove Series 2 360° double spinner wheels
- Lifetime warranty, 100 day returns and free shipping across Australia
Brixham large suitcase in black, $379, Antler
Don't let the name fool you; Brixham is Antler's lightest suitcase yet. It has a minimalist, modern aesthetic complemented by contrasting piping. And although it's super lightweight, a deep, spacious packing compartment lets you pack more in.
Key features:
- Weighs 2.7kg
- 4 360-degree double spinner wheels
- Expander zip offering 5cm extra depth
- Cushioned handles on top and side
- Lightweight grab handle on bottom
- Protective corner guards on two top corners
- 2 internal zipped pockets
- Lifetime warranty
Samsonite C-Lite Spinner suitcase, $664.30 (usually $949), The Iconic
The Samonsite C-Lite Spinner weighs an impressive 2.5kgs - a huge feat for a checked bag. Not only is it lightweight, but it's extremely sturdy and has a striking design all the way from the wheels to its zippers.
Key features:
- Weighs 2.5kgs
- Made with cutting-edge Curv material
- Recyclex Material Technology lining
- Provides ultimate comfort with double wheels and double tube handle
- Made in Europe
- TSA lock
- Available in Black and Midnight Blue colours
Rockland Santa Fe hardside spinner carry-on luggage, $90.90, Amazon
The Rockland Santa Fe carry-on suitcase has almost 14,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, with one customer saying: "I’m pretty snobby about luggage. This works great. Very very lightweight, rolls well, and held a ton of baby gear that we didn’t want to risk checking in a bag. This thing rolled all over Miami airport with no problems."
Key features:
- Weighs 3.4kg
- Lightweight yet extremely durable ABS material
- Multi-directional double spinner wheels
- Sturdy, ergonomic aluminium telescoping handle
- Interior mesh zip pocket and elasticated pocket
- Free delivery
- Available in 24 different colours
Light Max large, $234.50 (usually $335), American Tourister
Light Max is designed to give you the biggest packing space, at an incredibly low weight. It's made with ultralight polypropylene technology and premium components, tested under the industry's most stringent standards.
Key features:
- Weighs 4kg
- Capacity/volume: 138/144L
- Expandable mid section and interior organisation
- Smooth double wheels
- Available in Off-White and Navy colours
- 10-year global warranty
Nere Edit 69cm suitcase, $240, Strandbags
Designed at the check-in luggage size of 69cm, this suitcase will easily safekeep your essentials. Its soft-case silhouette and must-have features guarantee smooth journeys ahead.
Key features:
- Weighs 2.5kg
- Capacity:70/80L
- Soft construction
- Polyester material
- 8 spinner wheels
- Expander inside
- Built-in TSA combination lock
- Available in Charcoal/Aqua and Black/Orange colours
- 10-year warranty
Rockland Melbourne hardside expandable spinner wheel luggage set, $180.64, Amazon
You'll love this gorgeous matching set boasting over 1,390 five-star reviews. Customers praise the set's aesthetic and durability, writing: "I’m so in love with my new luggage! What an adorable pair of luggage with a good deal for a matching 28 inch check in and a 20 inch inch carry on! The colours are adorable and they seem well made."
Key features:
- Carry-on suitcase weighs 2.7kg
- Checked suitcase weighs 4.5kg
- Lightweight yet extremely durable ABS material
- Multi-directional double spinner wheels
- Sturdy ergonomic chrome telescoping handle
- Expandable
- Pink/mint two-tone design
Essential check-in medium suitcase, $1540, RIMOWA
Strong, durable and lightweight, the RIMOWA Essential check-in suitcase is the ultimate example of luggage innovation. Designed to accompany you on a lifetime of journeys, this medium-sized hard shell suitcase is equally durable and beautiful.
Key features:
- Weighs 4.1kg
- Capacity: 60L
- TSA-approved locks
- Flex divider
- RIMOWA Multiwheel system
- Telescopic handle
- Outside: polycarbonate
- Inside: polyester
- Lifetime guarantee
Jett Black rose quartz paragon carry on small suitcase, $199, The Iconic
Navigate your way around whenever and wherever with this nifty little suitcase. Carry on bags are perfect for overnight stays or weekend getaways, with this one having quality spinner wheels for easy manoeuvrability.
Key features:
- Weighs 2.9kg
- ABS hard-shell material
- Scratch-resistant texture
- Interior Lining: grey polyester with Jett Black logo print
- Rolls upright - no need to tilt the case
- Top and side carry handles
- Integrated TSA lock
- Internal zip divider to separate clean and dirty clothes
- Also available in larger sizes for the perfect matching pair
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