11 Best Kids Luggage (Cute & Fun Suitcases)

Trunki

Make traveling feel like playing with a Trunki ride-on suitcase. The award-winning British design is both functional and fun. This kids luggage packs a whopping 55 liters giving more than enough space for your kid’s clothes, books, and toys. The robust, lightweight plastic material also gives great protection even if you fill this to the brim.

Perhaps the most attractive part of this luggage for both you and your kid is the design. It comes in six different animal characters with fun colors and short backstories. All characters are fit as a carry-on at 12.8 x 18.4 x 8 inches.

The kids luggage comes with two carry handles, but the top is curved to serve as a seat for your child. Kids can roll this bag with their feet and steer the luggage with the horn handles. If your tiny tot is too tired (or bored), you can attach the shoulder strap with a built-in ID key and tow your kid and his luggage around.

When you open up the bag, one side has compression straps and the other opening is also lined with soft foam to protect tiny fingers in case the luggage closes by accident.

There are internal pockets to organize the many items you’ll fit in the ride-on suitcase. The snout is also a secured latch to ensure the safety of your kids luggage. The luggage can also hold up to 75 lbs of weight, so your kid can just use it as a toy and zoom around the house.

The biggest problem with this kid’s luggage is the hinge. It’s a simple clamshell design with the lid attached with a C-clip instead of a hinge.

It’s not easy to open and close it quickly as the C-clip gets dislocated, which means you’ll have to open the luggage fully and align the C-clip before you can close it again. The latch is also very stiff and will be difficult for your child to unlatch it, which may or may not be a good thing.

Hey America Travel Tots Kids 2 Pc. Luggage Set

Every big adventure needs a tough and sturdy companion. Heys America Travel Tots Kids Luggage are sturdy and durable and fit for any kind of travel for kids. The roller luggage comes in adorable animal characters with a matching pack.

This way, your tiny tot can leave his luggage behind and carry around daily essentials when you’re ready to tour the city.

The ABS/Polycarbonate composite materials for both luggage and backpack can weather any kind of abuse, especially when kids decide to use this as a toy. The luggage measures 18.2 x 14 x 8.8 inches, making it an ideal kids carry-on item for air travel.

Both bags open with all-around zippers. This kids rolling luggage has large in-line wheels to manage different kinds of terrain.

There are x-straps in the main compartment to keep items from spilling out. When open, the luggage can still stand up straight making it easy for you to slip in some last-minute items without having to open the entire bag.

The pack has a polyester lining and is very easy to carry. It also comes with a grab handle at the top.

There are no built-in security measures or locks, but zippers for both bags have loops where you can thread your own lock. It lacks organization options, however. There are no internal or external pockets to keep small items segregated.

Stephen Joseph Character Rolling Luggage

With fun colors and little details to play with, the Stephen Joseph Character Rolling Luggage is a great piece of kids luggage. The Polyester material means it won’t scratch or dent easily. It’s also safe to wash the bag with soap and water for the inevitable stain.

The lid opens with a zipper to reveal one main compartment. It’s straightforward storage with no straps and no internal pockets. There’s an external front pocket where your kid can stuff in little knickknacks.

The wheels on this kids rolling luggage are small and tucked well under the compartment. You can let your toddler roll this kids suitcase around without accidentally tripping himself on the wheels.

It’s a little smaller than usual making it more like a kids rolling luggage.

Skip Hop Zoo Little Kid Luggage

The Skip Hop Zoo Little Kid Luggage is a great piece of luggage for kids. This pint-sized kids rolling luggage comes in fun characters with fun details. Each luggage has floppy animal ears and zipper designs to match. With a 13-inch retractable handle, toddlers will have no problem rolling this bag themselves.

It’s a decent size for overnight trips and as kids carry-on luggage for air travel. It also has a large front pocket that can hold snacks and pens or coloring books. On the side is a mesh pocket for a water bottle or anything else you’ll need to carry around.

In consideration to parents running after their young kids, this Skip Hop kids luggage comes with a detachable back strap for convenient handling.

You can sling this over your shoulder and carry the travel bag around after your toddler inevitably gets tired of pulling it himself. It’s also convenient if you have to bring this upstairs or through rough terrain.

If you want to complete the look, there are also matching lunch packs, neck pillows, and backpacks to go with your kids rolling luggage.

The poly-canvas fabric is low maintenance and keeps this kids luggage lightweight. However, some of the materials seem to be thinner and of less quality. The mesh pocket tends to break after a while when holding water bottles. If handled roughly, some design elements like ears and eyes also tend to break.

Overall, it’s a popular rolling kids carry-on!

yisibo Kid Toddler Dinosaur Backpack

It’s also worth considering a backpack option when it comes to kids luggage. After all, they don’t always have the concentration or stamina to lug a suitcase around for hours at a time.

This particular toddler backpack is super cute and will appeal to young kids who love dinosaurs due to the fun designs that Yisibo has come up with.

The interior of this toddler luggage has plenty of place for keeping your child’s favorite toys and so forth organized. From space for pens, pencils, and notebooks, to zippered pockets to stow away small things that just might get lost on a trip. There are also handy side pockets for your kid’s water bottle which is great when they get thirsty!

All in all, this kids suitcase is a fun, playful yet still functional travel bag that will make a great option for your kid’s carry-on.

Rockland Jr. My First Luggage For Kids

Spinner fans, rejoice! Your tiny tot can look like a savvy traveler with Rockland Jr. My First Luggage. With different characters and luggage shapes, this is a great spinner option for kids to easily roll through long airport halls. The hardside luggage style and polycarbonate material mimic adult luggage except with much cooler prints and colors.

The single telescopic handle can be adjusted to two heights so both you and your kid can roll the luggage with ease. The 360-degree spin wheels make this very maneuverable as well. Most adult-sized spinners have trouble going through rough terrain, but since the Rockland Jr. is very light, it can easily go through stairs, rubble, cobblestone, and dirt. The luggage is very sturdy and can take a lot of airports or travel abuse.

A great feature of this rolling bag is its compartment. One side has an x-strap to contain your items, while the other has a zippered divider. The polyester lining also features fun designs so your kid can enjoy every bit of his luggage. Even though we know it’s only for their toys, right?

It opens with an all-around zipper for easy access, and the bag stays upright even with the front lid open. The zippers also overlap so you can thread your own lock through them. It also comes with a matching ID tag.

It would have been great if it had internal and external pockets, but there are no other organization options than the main compartments.

The pull handle goes through the back compartment of the luggage, protruding towards the inside and taking up some packing space, which reduces the usable space, despite seeming like great luggage for kids.

American Tourister Hardside Luggage

If you want a really sturdy suitcase for your kid, then American Tourister is a great option. Their parent company is Samsonite, and you can expect a very high level of quality and durability of this rolling luggage for kids. And that is obvious from the shell composition – it is made from a mixture of ABS and Polycarbonate, so it’s going to be pretty durable.

This American Tourister suitcase is available in loads of different designs, which are mostly inspired by cartoon characters, from Elsa to R2D2. I’m sure your little one will find a design they love, and which makes them want to carry the suitcase on their own.

The rolling bag is pretty much an adult size – with a total height of 20”, it is not really shorter than your average carry-on. This is both a good a bad thing – it’s good because it means you can pack plenty of items in it. And it’s bad because it might be too big for your kid.

Its interior is divided into two packing compartments. One has elastic cross straps, while the other one features a full panel zippered divider – something you usually see on adult suitcases.

The only downside to this kids rolling luggage is the lack of spinner wheels. It has two in-line skate wheels and a retractable pull handle, which means you have to tilt the suitcase to get it rolling. But it’s not too bad for the price, considering that most of the designs are under $50.

One thing I really like about this suitcase is that it features lockable zippers. You won’t get a lock with it, but a padlock will fit through the zippers, and ensure that your kid’s belongings (favorite toys, etc) are perfectly safe at all times.

Yodo Zoo 3-Way Kids Rolling Luggage

The Yodo rolling suitcase is a great versatile piece of kids luggage. It is available in two sizes, small and medium, and you can see its dimensions in the box below. The differences in sizing are really not drastic, and I would recommend the medium option for travel. 

The design of this bag is pretty cute, and it’s perfect for kids. The options to choose from are shark, unicorn, owl, monkey, and dinosaur, and every design is a different color.

The great thing about this suitcase is that it transforms into a bag. So, if your kid gets tired of dragging it around, they can always just wear it like a backpack. Or you can – the shoulder straps are adjustable and comfortable, and there is a soft cover for the wheels.

As a suitcase, this luggage stands upright due to in-line skate wheels. They’re not the smoothest rolling wheels you will encounter, but you’re not paying more than $35 for this suitcase anyway. There is also a telescopic wheel handle, as well as a grab handle on the top of the bag.

Both the small and the medium bag have a quick access pouch on the front – perfect for any items you want to have handy at all times. They also feature stretch side pockets, which are just the right size for a water bottle.

There is a difference in the opening of the bag – the main compartment of the small version only opens up halfway, as you see on most backpacks. And it does not have an internal pocket. On the medium suitcase, the main compartment can be entirely uncovered, and it features a pretty large internal pocket.

The medium suitcase also has a name tag, which the smaller suitcase doesn’t.

Hauptstadtkoffer Luggage For Kids

This is the perfect kids luggage for those that are a bit older and want to act all grown up. It doesn’t feature any kind of design on the shell, and it is available in five solid colors. The exterior of the luggage is made from an ABS and PC mixture and it is pretty sturdy. It features a glossy finish, which is a bit sensitive to scratches.

Even the interior of this suitcase is pretty grown-up – one packing compartment features elastic cross straps, and the other has a full panel zippered divider with a small zippered pocket on it. This is more than you will get on some adult suitcases, and that is pretty great.

But it is neither too large nor too heavy – at a little over 18”, this suitcase is small enough for kids to wheel around effortlessly. And it weighs some 3.5 lbs, which makes it one of the lightest hardside suitcases I’ve shown you.

The luggage features four single spinner wheels and a retractable wheel handle, which allow for easy manoeuvring of the suitcase. Plus, the wheel handle is ergonomic and it is really comfortable to hold in your hand.

This suitcase also features lockable zippers, which is perfect if you have any safety concerns. The only downside is the price – it is a bit expensive for a children’s suitcase. But, since it could easily double as an adult suitcase, I think the price is pretty fair.

Stephen Joseph Rolling Luggage For Kids

Stephen Joseph produces a wide range of kids luggage, so don’t be put off if this design doesn’t float your boat! There are also boy-specific designs too.

Like most kids luggage,  it comes with rolling skate wheels, a telescopic handle, and can stand when you leave it. Handy when most kids rolling luggage would get away from kids easily.

There are also some handy, large outer pockets for organization and storage of perhaps your child’s most important toys. You know, the ones you want to get at fast when they are suddenly in a bad mood on the plane!

The interior of this case is quite simple, like many adult suitcases actually. There is one large packing space and a zippered compartment on the lid. So, all in all, easy to take care of.

Kids will love the design options and adult-ness of this suitcase and although it is not the cheapest on the market, is a great option nonetheless!

American Tourister Softside Kids Rolling Luggage

The kids softside suitcase by American Tourister is another alternative you should consider. Softsides are a good option for carry on luggage and for road trips. This suitcase, in particular, is very lightweight, and has a decent capacity.

The Polyester exterior is lightweight and durable, but not as sturdy as Nylon. However, the exterior of this luggage is very colorful, which means that it’s rarely going to look really dirty. And it’s pretty easy to clean.

It has a single main compartment, which is lined with nylon and very spacious. There are elastic cross straps inside to hold its contents in place, as well as a slip pocket on the top flap of the suitcase. And there is also a pretty large external pocket, which is perfect for coloring books, pencils, and any other items you want to keep handy.

This suitcase is quite large for kids luggage, since it is the size of an average adult carry-on. But, that means that you can fit plenty of stuff for your little one and that they can actually use it as a proper suitcase.

And that’s not even the best part. The best part is that this luggage features Disney inspired exterior, with designs for both girls and boys. The price will depend on the design you choose, but the suitcase is generally under $50.

It is an upright suitcase, so it features two in-line skate wheels. There is also the telescopic wheel handle that packs into its own compartment, which allows your little one to drag the suitcase themselves. But, even when they get tired of doing it, it’s not going to be too awkward for you to drag it around, because of its size.