The Ultimate Guide to Packing Cubes: Are They Worth It?
If your suitcase starts off perfectly organised and ends up a mess by day two, packing cubes might be your new travel essential.
They’re simple, lightweight organisers that keep clothes separated inside your suitcase, make it easier to find what you need and help you make better use of your packing space.
So, are packing cubes actually worth it? We think so. Here’s why.
What are packing cubes?
Packing cubes are zipped travel organisers that sit inside your suitcase. Different sizes can be used for different items – think tops in one, underwear in another and swimwear or accessories in a smaller cube.
Instead of digging through your entire suitcase, everything has its place.
Why use packing cubes?
1. Keep your suitcase organised
No more pulling everything out just to find one T-shirt. Packing cubes keep different types of clothing together, making it much easier to find what you're looking for.
2. Make packing and unpacking easier
Once you arrive, simply lift the cubes out of your suitcase and place them into your hotel drawers or wardrobe. When it's time to leave, they go straight back into your case.
3. Separate clean and worn clothes
Keep one cube aside for worn clothing and you won't have to mix it with everything that's still clean.
4. Make better use of your suitcase space
Packing cubes keep clothing neatly contained, which can make it easier to use the space inside your suitcase efficiently.
Want to take it a step further? Compression packing cubes → use an additional zip to compress bulky clothing and reduce the amount of space it takes up.
Just remember: compression can save space, but it won't reduce the weight of your luggage.
Packing cubes vs compression packing cubes
The main difference is simple:
Standard packing cubes are designed primarily for organisation.
Compression packing cubes organise your clothes while also compressing them to take up less room.
If you're packing a cabin case or trying to squeeze a little more into your luggage, compression cubes can be particularly useful.
Shop Compression Packing Cubes →
Are packing cubes worth it?
For most travellers, yes.
They're particularly useful for family holidays, cabin luggage, longer trips and multi-destination travel. They're lightweight, easy to use and can stop your carefully packed suitcase turning into chaos halfway through your holiday.
Once you start using them, travelling without them feels surprisingly disorganised.
Ready to get organised?
Explore Skyflite Packing Cubes → and find the right set for your next journey.
