Luggage Volume Calculator
Works out how many litres a bag holds, and the linear size that luggage limits are often given in.
Volume of one bag
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In litres — L
Linear size, height + width + depth —
Volume of all the bags —
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The formula
volume = height × width × depth linear size = height + width + depth
Measure including the wheels and handles if you are checking against a limit.
What to watch out for
Rounded soft bags hold less than the box measure, by a margin that depends on the shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many litres is a 55 × 40 × 20 cm bag?
44 litres as a full box, and a linear size of 115 cm, or 45 inches.
What are linear inches?
The height, width and depth added together: a single figure for how big a bag is.