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The Best Carry-On Bags for Business Travel

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When business calls, you answer—and so should your luggage. Whether you’re dashing through terminals, juggling devices, or trying to keep your professional style intact, the right carry-on bag makes all the difference.

From sleek spinners to polished totes, we’ve rounded up the best carry-on luggage and carry-on backpacks designed for business travelers who appreciate both function and fashion.

Boardroom-Ready, Runway-Worthy

small black hardside spinner carry on suitcase with quilted pattern

Dimensions: 13.5" W x 23" H x 9" D

Most business trips require more than a briefcase. The 22" Adair Spinner is your jet-setting power move, built for smooth airport sprints and effortless style. The four multidirectional wheels glide like a dream, and the telescopic handle adjusts for your perfect roll. Inside, thoughtful organization—including a compression board and zippered compartments—keeps your wardrobe crisp and conference-ready.

Need a little extra space? The expansion panel is there when your return trip includes a few more “souvenirs” (aka client gifts).

The 48-Hour Business Trip MVP

quilted cotton weekender bag with handles and adjustable strap in tomatoes on vine pattern

Dimensions: 17.75" W x 11" H x 7" D

For quick-turnaround trips, meet the Miramar Weekender. This ultra-stylish and endlessly practical overnight bag is designed for business travelers who pack smart. A dedicated laptop compartment, a trolley sleeve for easy attachment to rolling luggage, and an adjustable strap for multiple carrying options make it the ultimate companion for short trips.

Bonus: It’s carry-on compliant, so no unexpected gate-checking drama.

The Polished Professional’s Carry-On

large quilted cotton backpack with brown green and blue flowers and feathers pattern

Dimensions: 12" W x 16.5" H x 9" D

A carry-on backpack that means business? Absolutely. The Large Bancroft Backpack is sleek, spacious, and ready for wherever your work takes you. A padded laptop pocket (fits up to a 15" device), multiple zip compartments, and a trolley sleeve make airport security and boardroom transitions seamless.

Whether you're headed to a client meeting or working remotely from the lounge, this backpack blends function and refinement.

Where Business Meets Chic

model wearing cream linen dress holding large purple nylon tote bag

Dimensions: 13.25" W x 13" H x 5.25" D (Top width: 20.5” W)

For those who prefer a tote over a backpack, the Hathaway Tote is your go-to for work trips and daily commutes alike. Spacious enough for all your essentials but polished enough to look boardroom-ready, this tote features a slip pocket for easy access to your phone and an interior designed to keep your laptop and daily must-haves in order.

It’s the “effortlessly put-together” bag, even when your schedule is anything but.

Big Style, Compact Size

mini hardside spinner carry on suitcase with cream colored quilted pattern

Dimensions: 14" W x 16" H x 8" D

If you like the Adair Spinner, but prefer something more compact, the Mini Adair Spinner is your answer. It’s small enough to slide under most airline seats but spacious enough for a well-edited travel wardrobe for short trips.

With smooth-glide wheels, a telescoping handle, and locking zippers, this bag makes every business trip effortless.

Smart Travel Extras: Stay Organized on the Go

Every business trip deserves an equally great lineup of must-have accessories:

Beauty, Simplified

When you're traveling for business, you need a cosmetic bag that keeps your essentials organized without taking up too much space in your carry-on luggage. The Medium Cosmetic Bag offers the perfect solution, featuring a spacious interior for your skincare, makeup, and travel-sized toiletries.

medium size blue quilted cosmetic bag shown unzipped and open

Whether you're refreshing before a meeting or unwinding after a long flight, this sleek and durable bag keeps everything in its place.

Tangle-Free = Stress-Free

No more digging through your bag for tangled chargers and missing earbuds. The Cord Organizer keeps all your electronic accessories neat and accessible, so you can stay powered up and connected wherever you go.

quilted cotton cord organizer pouch open with zippered pocket inside

With dedicated mesh pockets and zip compartments, it’s the ultimate business travel hack for professionals who refuse to waste time untangling cords before an important call.

Convenience with a Touch of Style

Your AirPods should always be within reach, especially when you’re navigating a busy airport or jumping from one meeting to the next. The Bag Charm for AirPods not only keeps your earbuds safe and secure but also adds a stylish touch to your tote, backpack, or carry-on luggage.

purple bag charms for airpods clipped onto strap of brown leather bag

This compact case clips right onto your bag, ensuring you never have to rummage for your AirPods again.

Final Boarding Call for Terrific Carry-On Luggage & Accessories

Business travel should be as smooth as your most polished presentation.

With these carry-on backpack and luggage options, you’ll be ready to navigate the skies, the city, and everything in between, without sacrificing style or organization.

Wherever your work takes you, go with confidence (and a bag that works as hard as you do).

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