# Carry-on only packing list

How to pack carry-on only: what fits, what to wear on the plane and what to leave at home.

## Check first

- [ ] Look up the airline's carry-on size and weight limits
- [ ] Check the liquids rule: container size and clear bag requirement
- [ ] Check for items that are not allowed in a carry-on, such as sharp objects
- [ ] Check whether you will need to buy or rent anything at your destination

## Wear on the plane

- [ ] Your heaviest shoes
- [ ] Your bulkiest jacket
- [ ] Your thickest trousers or jeans
- [ ] A scarf or wrap that works as a blanket

## Clothes in the bag

- [ ] Three tops that go with everything
- [ ] Two bottoms
- [ ] Underwear for 3 to 4 days, to be washed on the trip
- [ ] Socks for 3 to 4 days
- [ ] One light layer
- [ ] Sleepwear that doubles as loungewear
- [ ] Swimwear if relevant

## Toiletries

- [ ] Liquids in 100 ml containers, in a clear resealable bag
- [ ] Solid shampoo or conditioner bars
- [ ] Toothbrush and toothpaste
- [ ] Deodorant
- [ ] Sunscreen
- [ ] Medication in its original packaging

## Documents and electronics

- [ ] Passport and visa if needed
- [ ] Boarding pass, saved offline
- [ ] Phone and charger
- [ ] Universal adapter
- [ ] Power bank in your hand luggage, not a checked bag
- [ ] Earphones

## Packing tips

- [ ] Roll or fold clothes into packing cubes
- [ ] Put heavy items near the wheels or the back
- [ ] Keep liquids and documents in the outer pocket
- [ ] Leave 10 percent of space free for souvenirs
- [ ] Weigh the bag before you go to the airport

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