Black Friday in India has become one of the year’s best chances to pick up high-quality luggage for a fraction of the usual price.
Between Flipkart’s heavy discounting across budget and mid-range brands and Amazon’s rotating lightning deals and curated brand offers, shoppers can find everything from 22” cabin trolleys to weekend duffels and travel-ready backpacks.
Below is a practical, up-to-date guide to help you choose – plus the best categories and brands to watch on Flipkart and Amazon during the Black Friday sale.
How The Current Black Friday Sale Landscape Looks
- Flipkart’s luggage pages are showing steep discounts across many brands – you’ll regularly see listings advertised up to ~80% off on selected suitcases and sets during sale events. American Tourister – 79 cm TSA Red Check-in Suitcase: Originally INR 12,040, now on sale for INR 3,499. That’s ~70% off.
- Amazon India similarly has heavy “70% off or more” filters active for suitcases, trolley bags, and luggage sets. You can find American Tourister, Safari, Skybags, and many more brands.
- Big-name brands such as American Tourister and Samsonite are participating with dedicated deals and brand pages; American Tourister deals (sets and single trolleys) are visible on both marketplaces, and Samsonite has an official Black Friday page with time-limited discounts.
How To Pick The Right Travel Bag This Black Friday
Use this decision flow before you hit buy:
- Purpose first: carry-on for short trips (≤55 cm), check-in for long trips (65–80+ cm), duffel for sports/weekend, backpack for multi-stop travel.
- Material & weight: hard shell (polycarbonate/ABS) protects fragile items and wipes clean; soft body (polyester/nylon) often expands and is lighter. Check the tear weight – heavy luggage means less allowance for your packing.
- Wheels & handle: 4-spinner wheels roll smoother in airports; 2-wheelers are better on rough surfaces. Look for a telescopic handle with positive stop points.
- Security & extras: TSA-approved locks (for international travel), lockable zips, reinforced corners, and expandable sections are valuable. Warranty length matters (1–10 years depending on brand).
- Seller & returns: on Amazon and Flipkart, buy from verified sellers or the brand store to reduce chance of counterfeit products and to secure easier returns during sale rush.
Top Categories To Watch On Flipkart & Amazon
1) Cabin trolleys (22” / 55–56 cm)
Why: Fits most airline cabin rules and gives a huge convenience boost for quick trips. During Black Friday you’ll find both durable polycarbonate cabin trolleys from Samsonite/American Tourister and cheaper polyprop/ABS options from brands like Safari and Skybags. Look for 8-spinner wheels or reliable 4-wheel designs.
2) Check-in / large suitcases (65–80+ cm)
Why: When you need volume. Combo sets (2-3 piece sets) frequently drop heavily in price during Black Friday – a good way to outfit a family in one purchase. Check both marketplaces for “set of 2/3” filters.
3) Travel backpacks & carry daypacks
Why: If you hop trains or do adventure travel, go for rugged backpacks with hip belts and a dedicated laptop/organizer sleeve. Amazon’s selection includes a wide range of travel backpacks often bundled with smaller daypacks during sales.
4) Travel duffels & wheeled duffels
Why: Lightweight and packable; wheeled duffels give the best of both worlds for mixed travel. Flipkart lists many duffel/trolley hybrid deals during sale events.
5) Travel shoulder bags & anti-theft crossbody bags
Why: Daily convenience for sightseeing — pick water-resistant fabric, RFID pockets, and lockable zips. Search for “Travel Shoulder Bag for ladies” on both marketplaces during the sale to spot targeted offers.
Brand Hotspots
- American Tourister: frequent heavy discounts on both Amazon and Flipkart, including single trolleys and 3-piece sets – solid value for mid-range buyers.
- Samsonite: premium quality and longer warranties; Samsonite runs its own Black Friday promotions (often up to ~40% on selected models) – worth it if you want durable, long-term luggage.
- Safari / Skybags / Kamiliant: strong presence on Flipkart with very aggressive discounting on budget to mid-range models. Good for one-off purchases or as a beginner set.
- Amazon own-label & set deals: Amazon rotates lightning deals – watch the “Suitcases & Trolley” sale pages for time-limited reductions and combo offers.
Quick Shopping Strategy For Black Friday
- Make a short list of 3–5 models (one from each price bucket: budget, mid, premium).
- Compare specs: capacity (L), weight (kg), warranty, wheel count, material.
- Check reviews & Q&A on the product page (look for large sample sizes and recent reviews).
- Use coupons + bank offers: combine exchange offers, bank card discounts, and coupon codes – Flipkart & Amazon allow stacking on many listings.
- Buy from brand storefronts on the marketplace when possible (easier warranty claims and authentic product assurance).
Picks To Check First
- American Tourister hard-shell cabin or 3-piece set (strong mid-range value).
- Samsonite Straren / Freeform style carry-on or checked options for longer warranty & premium feel.
- Safari / Skybags budget-friendly cabin + check-in combo sets and large duffels.
- Trolley + backpack combos and set of 3 deals on Amazon (great for families during Black Friday).
Men’s vs Women’s Travel Bag Picks
- Men’s travel bags: look for neutral palette trolley sets, technical travel backpacks (vented straps, laptop sleeve), and wheeled duffels.
- Women’s travel bags: consider compact spinner trolleys, fashionable hard shells, and anti-theft crossbody day bags for city travel. Both Amazon and Flipkart highlight gendered collections during Black Friday, so filter “men” or “women” when browsing.
Safety & Returns
- Confirm return window (Black Friday orders often have extended returns, but policies vary).
- Check the warranty registration process (some brands require registration on their own site).
- Verify seller rating and avoid suspiciously low prices from unknown third-party sellers (these can be counterfeit or non-returnable).
Summing Up
Black Friday on Flipkart and Amazon is the best time to buy travel bags – from budget duffels and Safari sets to premium Samsonite suitcases and American Tourister combos.
Decide by purpose (cabin vs check-in), compare weight/warranty, and buy from verified brand storefronts to secure authentic products and strong post-sale support.
