The £14.44 Ryanair cabin bag with an expandable shoe compartment that reviewers love

Finding a cabin bag that is small enough to meet Ryanair’s underseat allowance but spacious enough for a weekend away can be tricky, which is why this £14.44 option caught my eye.

The Ryanair cabin bag is currently reduced from £16.99 and has a clever expandable design that adds a separate shoe compartment when you need more room.

This particular £14.44 travel bag is available in black, beige with brown straps, army green and peacock blue, although other colours are available at different prices. The deal is also for the 40x20x25cm version, while other sizes are available separately.

Before expansion, the bag measures 40x20x25cm, with the listing stating that it corresponds to Ryanair’s 40x30x20cm hand luggage allowance. As airline rules can change, it is still worth checking the current baggage requirements for your specific flight before travelling.

One five-star reviewer bought the cabin bag specifically for flying and said it offered considerably more than expected from such a compact piece of luggage. Although their review relates to EasyJet travel, they said it fitted comfortably underneath the seat, did not need forcing into place and was not questioned during boarding.

The same reviewer was also impressed by its appearance, describing the black version as sleek and modern rather than something that looked like a typical budget airline bag. They praised the sturdy-feeling fabric, reinforced stitching and smooth-running zips, saying it looked suitable for both business and leisure trips.

For Ryanair passengers, the underseat travel bag has plenty of organisation built in. There are six internal pockets and three external pockets, while the main compartment provides space for clothing and other essentials. The stated 20-litre capacity is designed to accommodate several summer outfits, toiletries and cosmetics.

One of the more useful features is the separate shoe compartment. When the bag is expanded, this provides somewhere to keep footwear away from clean clothes, which could be particularly handy when packing for a short break.

There is also a waterproof wet pocket for damp clothing or towels. That means a swimsuit, gym kit or wet towel can be separated from the rest of your belongings rather than being thrown into the main compartment.

The reviewer also highlighted the layout, saying the separate shoe compartment kept dirty soles away from clean items while the multiple pockets made it easier to find things such as chargers and passports. A rear sleeve allows the Ryanair cabin bag to slide over a suitcase handle when you are travelling with a larger case.

Despite being marketed around budget-airline travel, it could have plenty of uses beyond flying. The manufacturer positions it as a weekender, overnight bag, gym bag and work-trip companion, while its compact shape could make it useful for everything from a city break to a quick business trip.

The current £14.44 deal represents a 15 per cent saving on the £16.99 price, with selected colours included in the offer. If you are planning a Ryanair trip and want a bag that can also double as a gym or overnight holdall, it is an option worth considering while the limited-time discount remains available.