For most travelers, it’s important to have certain items at our fingertips while traveling by plane. Not only do we want our cash and valuables in sight, but we may want access to reading materials or items to help pass the time, and even toiletries to freshen up during a longer flight. Sure, it’s nice to have a carry-on bag that you can put in the overhead compartment, but that can be challenging to access once the plane is in the air. That’s where under seat rolling tote bags come in.
With a rolling underseat tote, you get the convenience of an easy to maneuver bag for easily getting to and from your destination, in a compact size that you can stow close at hand for accessing whenever you choose without interrupting anyone else. This type of bag comes in a wide range of styles, features, and prices. We’ve compiled a list of the 8 top under seat rolling totes, based on actual user ratings and reviews. Prices range from about $35 – $200.
Delsey Quilted Rolling UnderSeat Tote
Add some style to your travels with this quilted under seat rolling tote from Delsey luggage. You’ll want to take this highly versatile bag with you wherever you go.
Exterior dimensions: 14.5″ x 14″ x 9″
Weight: 5 lbs, 9 oz
Colors: Chocolate brown, Purple, or Black
Standout Features
- Made of durable polyester in a stylish quilted diamond pattern
- Padded top handle makes it easy to carry this lightweight bag, or extend the retractable handle to roll it
- Slip through sleeve on back of bag can be put over the handle of a larger bag for ease of transport
- Protective front zip sleeve is foam padded, ideal for tablet or book reader
- Multiple interior compartments for separating toiletries or other smaller items, and exterior pockets perfect for water bottle, passport, etc
Small Samsonite Travel Accessories Wheeled Underseater
Travel with your essentials at your finger tips and neatly stowed away with this Samsonite Wheeled Underseater. The smaller dimensions of this bag ensure that it will even fit under the aisle seats of most major airlines.
Exterior dimensions: 13″ x 13″ x 9″
Weight: 6 lbs, 9 oz
Colors: Black
Standout Features
- Convenient, removable 3-1-1 hanging pouch is great for organizing toiletries in your bag, and then taking out at your destination
- See-thru interioir wetpak zippered compartments are perfect for stowing a wet bathing suit or liquid toiletries
- Exterior side pocket and front pocket provide flexible options for quick access essentials
- Smooth gliding skate wheels and sturdy retractable handle make it a easy to glide through the airport or down the aisle
LUCAS Wheeled Under the Seat Cabin Bag
Spacious yet compact, this rolling underseat tote from LUCAS has so many thoughtfully designed extras, including removable cosmetic satchel, document holder, and slippers.
Exterior dimensions: 15.7″ x 15.7″ x 9.8″
Weight: 6 lbs
Colors: Red, Navy, or Black
Standout Features
- Full zipper fold down access gives easy access and visibility to all items inside
- Comes with matching hanging cosmetic satchel and over-the-neck ticket/document holder
- Matching fishnet slippers for sanitary protection
- Three clear zippered pockets inside for keeping items well organized
- Exterior side pockets for water bottles or other items, and exterior front pockets for quick access items such as mobile phone, keys, travel documents, and more
Ricardo Beverly Hills Malibu Bay 16″ 2W Rolling Under-Seat Tote
You’ll love the smart design of this rolling under seat tote from Ricardo Beverly Hills Malibu Bay collection. Designed to fit under an airplane seat or in the overhead bin, this bag is extremely lightweight for easy mobility.
Exterior dimensions: 16″ x 14″ x 8″
Weight: 4.7 lbs
Colors: Indigo Blue or Grey
Standout Features
- Retractable handle is adjustable to multiple heights for optimal comfort in handling
- Fits most laptops up to 15.5 inches
- Designed more like a mini-suitcase than a traditional tote bag, able to stand upright on stable footed base
- Exterior has large front pockets and roomy side pockets for multiple packing options
- Three interior zipper compartments are see through for visibility of items
Nicole Miller Under Seat Carry On Tote Bag
This highly stylized under seat carry on tote from Nicole Miller looks more like a contemporary handbag that a piece of luggage, providing tons of versatility in how it can be used.
Exterior dimensions: 15″ x 15″ x 8.5″ (varies slightly by specific style chosen)
Weight: 5.2 lbs (varies slightly by specific style chosen)
Colors: Choose from over 15 colors and patterns
Standout Features
- Fashionable exterior design with complementary trim and interior lining. For example, the one pictured here is from the New York Kristina Collection, with a tweed canvas exterior and an animal print lined interior
- Multiple storage pockets for versatile packing options, including clear pouches inside, and 6 compartments of various sizes on the outside
- Loop handles provide easy carrying when you don’t want to roll, and can either be buttoned together to keep them from flopping about when not in use, or slipped over the handle of a larger bag for hands-free transporting
2-Piece Travelon Wheeled Underseat Carry-On with Back-Up Bag
This 2-piece Travelon Wheeled Underseat Carry-On bag set includes both an under seat rolling tote, plus a matching handheld tote bag. Use them both together, or choose the one that best suits your needs for a given outing.
Exterior dimensions: 14.5″ x 13.5″ x 8.5″
Weight: 6.9 lbs
Colors: Eggplant, Khaki, Red, Black, Black Patent, or Dark Brown
Standout Features
- Made of quilted microfiber material that’s soft to the touch
- Includes a matching foldable tote bag you can keep stowed in a side pocket, at hand for when you need it for those unexpected purchases
- Slightly tapered shape makes a comfortable footrest when laid under the seat with its top toward you
- Numerous compartments inside and out provide flexible packing options.
- Add-a-bag sleeve on back lets you easily slip this wheeled tote bag over the handle of a larger bag when desired
Baggallini Carryon Rolling Travel Tote
This well-organized carry on rolling travel tote from Baggallini makes it a breeze to carry your essentials for in-flight travel or overnight convenience. Please note that this bag is a bit longer than others on the list, so may not fit under some airline seats. But it does fit under most window or middle seat on larger planes, or can be turned lengthwise for use as a footrest.
Exterior dimensions: 17″ x 14.5″ x 8″
Weight: 5.5 lbs
Colors: Choose from 12 stylish color options
Standout Features
- 3 separate compartments provide distinct compartments for clothing, toiletries and cosmetics, and a center compartment for a laptop (non-padded) or other accessories or clothing
- Back sleeve allows bag to easily be slid over the handle of another luggage piece
- Telescoping handle zips neatly away when not in use
- Leather carry handles for those times when you want to pick up your bag and go instead of roll
- Made of extremely lightweight, water resistant crinkle nylon fabric
Olympia Deluxe Fashion Rolling Overnighter
The 2-wheeled Olympia Deluxe Fashion Rolling Overnighter tote bag adds a bit of fashion fun to your travel adventure. Please note that like the bag above, this bag is a tad bit longer than others on the list so may not fit under seat on every flight, depending on plane size and seat location. But since it does fit under many seats, and certainly fits in the overhead compartment, we couldn’t bare to leave it off of our list because it’s so cute and ultra-popular.
Exterior dimensions: 17″ x 14″ x 8.5″
Weight: 5.2 lbs
Colors: Teal Paisley, Tulip Contemporary, Zebra Print, Black/Blue, Black/Purple
Standout Features
- Ripstop polyester exterior is durable and spot cleanable
- Padded protective compartment for laptop or tablet
- Spacious exterior zipper pocket easy access items
- Two small side velcro quick open pockets are great for keys, smart phone, sunglasses, and more
- Hugely versatile, from use as an overnight or week-end getaway bag, a carry-on tote bag for use along with additional luggage, or around town day bag for work or school