The very best carry-on luggage to take with you next summer

Flying has never been more stressful than it is today. Luggage is being lost in transit, more and

more people are using AirTags to track their belongings, and flights are delayed and canceled at an alarming rate. Whether you're flying, backpacking, or traveling with kids, a carry-on suitcase is the answer for all the current air travel challenges: packing lighter, smarter, and more efficiently, and keeping your suitcase close at hand.

Away The Carry-On

One of the reasons Away is a leader in luggage is its durable polycarbonate hard shell, which is lightweight and compact yet spacious enough to hold a week's worth of clothes, as well as a built-in USB charger for your smartphone. Plus, we really like this bag. It holds more than you think, especially if you use compression bags. Airlines recognize this bag and know it will fit in the overhead. This company honors its warranty.

Monos Carry-On Pro Plus

The large capacity of this carry-on suitcase will make you wonder why you ever checked a bag in the first place. It features several generous compartments with ample space for clothing, shoes, and toiletries, as well as a built-in compression pad for organizing everything from your clothes to toiletries.

Antler Clifton Carry-On

In the United States, Antler's iconic travel pieces, designed to endure nearly anything, are now available. Their best-selling suitcase is modern, functional, designed to withstand almost anything, and is naturally lightweight. Furthermore, it's stylish, comes in a wide range of gorgeous colors, and eliminates the hassle of lifting your bag under the overhead compartment.

Tumi 22-Inch 19 Degrees International

There are plenty of pockets in this Tumi carry-on luggage to keep your essentials organized, so you can pack your outfits for seven days without getting too crowded. With a 22-inch width, this suitcase fits plenty of outfits for seven days. Moreover, Tumi Tracer, which is an exclusive, complimentary program that helps you reunite with your luggage in case it is lost, is included with all Tumi bags.

Troubadour Weekender

A practical solution for folks who don't want to carry a suitcase is this Troubadour duffel. It's durable, lightweight, and can fit a weekend's worth of clothing, as well as smaller essentials. It also has a padded carrying pocket for a laptop up to 16 inches in size as well as a trolley sleeve that slips over luggage handles or can be zipped up as a pocket.

Rimowa Cabin

This carry-on from Rimowa is made from lightweight anodized aluminum that is extremely durable and built to last. But that's not all. It comes with a ridiculously spacious interior with flexible dividers that keep everything you need neatly separated. Additionally, it comes with TSA-approved locks for extra security. Yes, it is a splurge, but the quality is worth the investment.

Samsonite Omni PC

There you have it: a suitcase that has everything you need in one. It has a sturdy and scratch-resistant micro diamond polycarbonate exterior; it has a spacious main compartment with plenty of room to spare. What’s more, it features a zippered expansion pocket, in case you need more room. Oh, and it also comes with 360-degree spinner wheels for easy maneuverability.