The Best Travel Tote Bags In Australia For 2024

When it comes to travelling, anything that can be done to make the experience run a little bit smoother is something we are willing to try.

It might seem obvious but a good quality, travel tote bag will make your time at the airport, running between hotels, and day-to-day organisation far less stressful.

Investing in an ample-sized tote, with plenty of internal organisation and the space to fit those everyday items you’ll reach for – like books, travel documents and tech – will ensure you don’t have to rifle through meticulously packed suitcases and can travel with ease.

There are some aspects to consider when it comes to finding the perfect travel tote. Is it durable? Can it be attached to your suitcase? Does it fit all of the essentials? And most importantly, does it align with airplane carry-on restrictions?

The best travel tote bags to buy In Australia for 2024

Because here at Now To Love we are all about finding the best options to shop, we have done a deep dive and scoured out our favourite tote bags perfect for travellers to prepare you for your upcoming adventures.

Neoprene Shopper

$99.95 at Country Road

Made using at least 30 per cent recycled materials with a smooth neoprene outer, this classic shopper has been described as “spacious and sleek” by a five-star reviewer.

Key features:

Zip top opening
Cotton webbing straps

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Also available at:

$99.95 at The Iconic
$99.95 at Myer
$99.95 at David Jones

beige and black waterproof travel tote bag

RAINS Waterproof Tote Bag

$136 at ASOS

Made with a waterproof woven fabric, this classic RAINS tote bag combines function and style. Whether you’re looking for a durable-yet-chic bag for an everyday commute, or you need something to see you through long-haul travel, this travel tote is the perfect addition to your bag collection.

Key features:

Zip top opening
Twin handles
Adjustable, detatchable strap
Available in three colours

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Also available at:

$140 at The Iconic
$140 at David Jones
$140 at Strandbags

Louenhide Manhattan Tote Bag

$119.95 at The Iconic

This functional bag has all of the bits and pieces for a good work bag but is also a perfect travel tote. It can fit a laptop for work trips and has attachable straps for comfort and versatility.

Key features:

Colourful contrast nylon lining
Adjustable and detachable strap
Fits up to a 16-inch laptop.

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Nakedvice The Alfie

$189.95 at The Iconic

The Aflie Tote is a unisex bag that is made from black nylon and vegan leather making it extra durable for on-the-go travel. With enough room to fit laptops, documents and internal pockets for organisation, this is a safe bet for a travel bag.

Key features:

Two large top handles
Removable branded strap

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Evity Maya Leather Buckle Tote Bag

$199 at STRAND

This stylish tan leather bag has ample room and plenty of internal organisational pockets to ensure no important items get lost in the craziness of travelling.

Key features:

External zip pocket
Internal zip and organiser pockets
Two flat shoulder straps

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Guess Kamryn Black Double Strap Tote Bag

$199 at Myer

This stylish tote bag can be used for almost any occasion but is also a great chic travel option.

Key features:

Pale gold-toned hardware
Faux saffiano leather finish

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Also available at:

$170 at Amazon

Carry All Tote

$195 at July

For the expert traveller – this handy tote bag is lightweight, comfortable to wear and has a capacity for up to 20L! Not to mention the hidden secure pockets, internal pockets and a strap to attach to your luggage.

Key features:

A pass-through band for easy attachment to your luggage
Durable nylon handle with a soft leather grip
Water-resistant

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What are the carry-on restrictions in Australia and overseas?

Here in Australia, the restrictions for carry-on differ between each airline.

The general weight limit for domestic flights is around 7kg, however, Qantas allows for 14kg with no single item over 10kg.

For international flights, the weight limits greatly differ between each airline and the length of the flights. However, it is safest to try to stick to under 7kg and to read the specifics of your flight before you fly if wanting to pack beyond that.

Writer Isabelle Knevett

Isabelle is a graduate of Macleay College, where she earned a Bachelor of Journalism with a focus on politics, social justice, and fashion. During her studies, she had the opportunity to interview figures like Peter Greste and Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa. After graduation, she dove into the world of publicity, handling accounts for global and local fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands, including Reebok, adidas, Romance Was Born, KITX, and more. She then shifted gears to writing, joining Are Media’s Content Commerce team as a Senior Digital Content Producer. There, she specialised in creating shoppable content for publications like WHO, Marie Claire, ELLE, Now To Love and more. Fashion-obsessed, she has a deep love of its history and style subcultures, driving her to explore the global fashion industry. Now based in London, she works as a freelance writer. If she’s not writing about the latest runways, trends, and pieces to shop, you’ll find her flipping through magazines or with her nose stuck in a book reading about them.

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