Carry-On Only Packing List

A practical checklist for packing efficiently for air travel with just a carry-on.

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  • Passport
  • Boarding passes
  • Travel itinerary
  • Wallet with cash and cards
  • Phone and charger
  • Noise-canceling headphones
  • Headphone wire for onboard entertainment
  • Lightweight jacket or sweater
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Change of clothes
  • Toiletries (in travel-sized containers)
  • Medications
  • Snacks
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Book or e-reader
  • Travel pillow
  • Sunglasses
  • Travel-sized laundry detergentUseful if you need to wash clothes during your trip.
  • Adapter for electronics
  • Small first-aid kit
  • Ziplock bags for liquids
  • Laptop or tablet
  • Camera or GoPro
  • Travel umbrella
  • Sleep mask and earplugs
  • Gum or mints
  • Plastic bag for dirty clothes

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