UK flyers and holiday-goers were seriously impressed after spotting Home Bargains’ bags that could be just the ticket for budget trips
Home Bargains has wowed shoppers with its selection of affordable cabin bags, with prices starting as low as £5.99. Showcasing the offers on TikTok, eagle-eyed shopper Ella (@Thatgingerabroad) wrote: “PSA – Home Bargains has new travel bags for less than £10.”
In the viral video, Ella highlighted the £9.99 Salisburys Light Luggage Carry-On Cabin Backpackand the£5.99 Bordlite Under Seat Cabin Bag, discounted from £14.99. Shoppers loved the video, which has racked up over 90,000 views.
In the comment section, one viewer wrote: “If only I was in the UK right now, I’d stock up.” Ella replied: “Ahh no that’s such a shame! Hopefully they’ll stock them for a while – they’re so good!”
The bags could also help save money for shoppers who prefer not to pay for checked baggage. It’s a bonus that Elle was quick to pick up on and share.
In her caption, she wrote: “Can’t believe the under the seat one is £5.99?!” She clarified in the comments that some airlines might classify the rucksack as a large cabin bag.
For reference, the store’s Salisburys Light Luggage Carry-On Cabin Backpack measures 55 x 40 x 20cm. Meanwhile, the Bordlite Under Seat Cabin Bag measures 40 x 20 x 25cm.
Jet2 says: “You may carry on board one piece of hand luggage free of charge, as long as it weighs no more than 10kg and is no larger than 56cm x 45cm x 25cm.” Alternatively, Ryanair’s website says passengers can bring a small bag (40 x 20 x 25cm) on board for free or purchase cabin baggage (55 x 40 x 20cm).
In this instance, the under-seat cabin bag is your best bet if you don’t wish to pay extra. Although, you may prefer the backpack, which will offer you more storage space if you’re willing to pay to carry it on board.
As per easyJet’s website, all passengers can carry one small cabin bag on board for free. This bag can’t measure over 45 x 36 x 20 cm. However, passengers who book to bring a large cabin bag on board (max. 56 x 45 x 25 cm, including any handles and wheels) would be able to use Home Bargains’ bags.
According to the product description, the backpack is designed with comfort in mind. Home Bargains says: “The adjustable straps, the zipped pockets and the lightweight construction make it ideal for carrying on your shoulders and flying past everyone waiting around with a suitcase.” There are numerous pockets and compartments, meaning you’ll be able to fit even more in it.
On the other hand, the under seat bag could come in handy on busy flights. The description says it is “perfect to fit under seat during flight when room in overhead is becoming more precious” and that “durable woven 600D shower proof polyester outer means it is built to last these long journeys.”