17 Best Garment Bags of 2022, According to Reviews

We’re not saying you won’t have to use the iron in your hotel room ever again (though there’s wrinkle-free clothing that can ensure that). But we are saying your formal attire will fare much better on the hanger of a travel garment bag than folded at the bottom of your rollaboard carry-on or duffel bag.

While you’ll sometimes receive a complimentary garment bag when purchasing formalwear, it’s typically one that’s made of thin material, which can cause it to rip and fall apart very easily. That’s why purchasing a quality garment bag is a worthy investment, especially in the following scenarios:

Plus, the best garment bags do double (or triple) duty, offering space for other travel accessories.

Yes, most major airlines consider a garment bag to be carry-on luggage.

U.S. News compiled this list of the best garment bags for travel based on the recommendations of travel experts and consumers. The list includes everything from affordable garment bags to rolling styles for business trips, weekend getaways and destination weddings.

(Note: Prices were accurate at the time of publication; they may fluctuate due to supply chain issues.)

Specializing in garment bags, WallyBags offer an exclusive WallyLock that secures hangers in place on all of its bags. They have a wide selection of garment luggage, including a fun floral-print bag and another one that says “Bride,” perfect for wedding dresses. But if you’re looking for a classic garment suitcase, we recommend the black 52-inch garment bag, which keeps up to six garments wrinkle-free and − just as its name implies − offers (generously sized) pockets.

Reviewers appreciate that this bag saves them the hassle of ironing, with many noting they’ve been pleased with their WallyBags product and have used it for years. WallyBags also makes a 40-inch version of this garment bag.

[WallyBags 52″ Deluxe Garment Bag With Pockets: $89.99 or less. View deal.]

Looking for a cheap garment bag to protect your cocktail dress for an upcoming soiree? Priced at less than $17 on Amazon, this inexpensive option will get the job done. Long enough to hold suits, tuxedos, dresses and coats, this garment bag is also wide enough to carry additional items such as accessories or even more clothing. In fact, several Amazon reviewers say they’ve been able to fit multiple coats in the garment bag. It quickly folds for easy transport through the airport and storage in the overhead bin.

[Simplehouseware 60-inch Heavy Duty Garment Bag: $16.87 or less. View deal.]

Note: The Amazon Basics 40-inch Premium Garment Bag is temporarily unavailable. However, you can still place an order and will not be charged until the bag ships.

Another cheap garment bag, this one comes from Amazon Basics. This simple garment bag accommodates up to three dresses or suits and has several interior mesh pockets for belts, tights, dress socks and more. Travelers note that their formalwear, from suits to military uniforms, didn’t have any wrinkles post-flight when using the bag. This Amazon Basics Premium Garment Bag is available in two sizes, 40- and 45-inch, and comes with an adjustable, detachable strap.

[Amazon Basics 40-inch Premium Garment Bag: $42.45 or less. View deal.]

The Modoker Convertible Garment Bag is a garment bag that looks like a duffel bag because it’s both. What’s more, this gem of a garment bag is available for less than $100. The multifunctional design has a 45-liter capacity, which equates to roughly one week’s worth of clothing for business travel. The travel bag also features a pocket for shoes, pockets for accessories (such as your phone and keys), and a trolley sleeve so you can place it on top of an additional suitcase (if you even need one). Reviewers note that the bag is bigger than expected.

[Modoker Convertible Garment Bag: $69.99 or less. View deal.]

Away is known for its statement luggage, particularly its carry-on bags. So it should come as no surprise that Away also makes a sleek garment bag for travel. Available in black or navy, this roomy garment bag can fit two suits or three full-length garments, making it the ultimate piece of luggage for everyone from business travelers to brides-to-be. It also has interior pockets for shoes and accessories. External features include a zip-out hook so you can easily hang it on the go, a padded shoulder strap (which can be removed) and a zipped pocket for quick access to essentials. This garment bag is currently available in navy nylon only; if you are interested in the black nylon version, you can sign up here to be notified when it’s available.

[Away The Garment Bag: $195 or less. View deal.]

This travel garment bag keeps clothing wrinkle-free with a metal hanger clamp, hold-down straps and a padded roll bar while ensuring you can pack everything you need − not just suits and dresses − thanks to multiple pockets. Users also love its height-adjustable PowerScope handle, which makes it a breeze to maneuver at the airport. Frequent travelers agree this bag is well worth the investment.

[TravelPro CrewVersaPack Carry-on Rolling Garment Bag: $299.99 or less. View deal.]

Breeze through the airport or train station with this two-wheeled garment bag by DELSEY. The bag features a clamping system to secure garments in place, an extender for long garments, two interior corner pockets for accessories, two interior shoe pockets and a large exterior pocket for easy access to important items such as your passport wallet. Made with the brand’s dependable MicroBallistec™, the DELSEY Optimax Lite 2.0 is durable, yet lightweight.

[DELSEY Optimax Lite 2.0 2-Wheel Garment Bag: $500 or less. View deal.]

This spacious style is modish − it comes in colors such as mauve and cheetah print − yet it’s practical, with room for several outfits and both interior and exterior pockets. And even with multiple garments in the bag, reviewers rave that it never feels too packed. Its tri-fold shape and carrying handles make it easy to travel with, and the ripstop nylon material helps ensure it won’t be destroyed any time soon. The Calpak Compakt Garment Bag also comes in a smaller version.

[CALPAK Compakt Large Garment Bag: $98 or less. View deal.]

Complete your Vera Bradley collection with the line’s newest piece of luggage: a convertible garment bag. You’d never know that when expanded, this garment suitcase can hold up to four pieces of clothing and has two interior pockets for jewelry and the like. This travel garment bag comes in one color − black − but don’t worry, the interior features one of Vera Bradley’s signature designs.

[Vera Bradley Convertible Garment Bag: $200 or less. View deal.]

New from Briggs & Riley is the Wide Carry-On Wheeled Garment Spinner, which secures one to three garments with a hanger bracket and offers multiple compartments and pockets for additional items. It’s so versatile that you can use it as a garment bag or a carry-on, or both at the same time. Exterior features include a PowerPocket™ that enables you to charge your phone on the go, as well as a SpeedThru™ pocket for easy access to your passport and other important documents needed at security. You can also have the bag monogrammed for an additional fee.

[Briggs & Riley Wide Carry-On Wheeled Garment Spinner: $779 or less. View deal.]

Another pick by Briggs & Riley, this traditional garment bag fits one to two suits or one to three garments, such as shirts and pants. This simplistic yet sharp bag also features an exterior pocket that’s helpful for stowing last-minute items before going through airport security screenings. Reviewers comment that the bag feels sturdy yet lightweight, making it perfect for travel.

[Briggs & Riley Classic Garment Cover: $219 or less. View deal.]

Available on Amazon, this style gets rave reviews for its spacious design and ability to keep clothing wrinkle-free. It has an exterior pocket with various sized compartments inside, an adjustable shoulder strap and a trolley sleeve. This garment bag is available in gray and black.

[ZEGUR Suit Carry On Garment Bag: $54.80 or less. View deal.]

Since the launch of its Travel Pack on Kickstarter in 2017, NOMATIC has expanded its luggage line to include a garment bag (and has gained quite a following in the process). This garment bag can hold several pieces of clothing, a pair of shoes in a shoe-specific compartment and accessories. It’s also water-resistant and convenient to store when flying, with many reviewers saying they were able to store it in the closet at the front of the plane.

[NOMATIC Garment Bag: $170 or less. View deal.]

Note: This garment bag is currently sold out, but you can sign up here to receive an email when it’s back in stock.

This stylish and functional bag has three included hangers for garments (though some reviewers say they’re able to fit five garments in the bag). An exterior pocket can hold shoes or large accessories, while interior pockets are perfect for jewelry, socks and even toiletries.

[Beis Travel Garment Bag: $88 or less. View deal.]

This bag is simply elegant and, as many reviewers note, super lightweight and functional, too. A German-engineered bag, the DEGELER SkyHanger features a sturdy titanium hanger that can hold up to three suits, two interior pockets for small accessories, a large interior mesh pocket for dress shirts and other garments and an exterior pocket that’s big enough to hold a 15-inch laptop. DEGELER makes other garment bags as well, all of which are available in eye-popping colors.

[DEGELER SkyHanger Velocity Nylon Garment Bag: $249 or less. View deal.]

The Samsonite Just Right Garment Carrier is especially ideal for dresses thanks to an extender that lengthens the bag. You can comfortably fit two to three dresses in this bag, and two interior pockets plus a large exterior pocket make it easy to keep travel accessories such as under garments, jewelry and shoes in one place. Just as good as the bag itself is its ease of transport – with the SmartSleeve™, the Samsonite Just Right Garment Carrier fits over most upright luggage handles.

[Samsonite Just Right Garment Carrier: $170 or less. View deal.]

If you’re looking for a travel garment bag that can fit inside your other luggage, consider a garment bag sleeve such as this design from Eagle Creek. The garment folder features mesh wings for compression and a folding board to prevent crinkled clothing. And while this garment sleeve can fold into most carry-on bags, it can also be used as a traditional, standalone garment bag, a feature reviewers have found useful.

[Eagle Creek PACK-IT REVEAL GARMENT FOLDER M: $25 or less. View deal. ]