Aluminium Collection
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Aluminium Suitcases & Metal Luggage
Aerolite’s aluminium suitcase range brings genuine metal luggage within reach. Choose full aluminium cases with a solid metal body, or aluminium frame suitcases pairing a reinforced metal frame with a polycarbonate shell - both zipperless, both TSA-locked, both backed by our 15-year warranty.
From 40L cabin cases at 55x40x20cm through to 90L and 97.6L checked luggage and trunk suitcases, every case in the range uses latch-lock closure rather than zips, removing the most common point of failure on hard-shell luggage. Prices start at £179.99, a fraction of what premium aluminium luggage usually costs.
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Aerolite 56x45x25cm Easyjet Large Cabin, British Airways, Jet2 Maximum Allowance 8 Wheel Suitcase, Ultra Lightweight Carry On Hand Cabin Luggage Suitcase with Built-In TSA Approved Lock, 57L Capacity
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Aerolite 56x45x25cm Easyjet Large Cabin, British Airways, Jet2 Maximum Allowance 8 Wheel Suitcase, Ultra Lightweight Carry On Hand Cabin Luggage Suitcase with Built-In TSA Approved Lock, 57L Capacity
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This Aerolite suitcase measures EXACTLY 56x45x25cm, the maximum size for Easyjet Large cabin, British Airways, and Jet2 allowances. It features a durable ABS plastic shell, an eco-friendly interior with high-quality zippers, and dual spinner wheels for smooth rolling. The suitcase...
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Aerolite 56x45x25cm Easyjet Large Cabin, British Airways, Jet2 Maximum Allowance 8 Wheel Suitcase, Ultra Lightweight Carry On Hand Cabin Luggage Suitcase with Built-In TSA Approved Lock, 57L Capacity (Set of 2)
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Aerolite 56x45x25cm Easyjet Large Cabin, British Airways, Jet2 Maximum Allowance 8 Wheel Suitcase, Ultra Lightweight Carry On Hand Cabin Luggage Suitcase with Built-In TSA Approved Lock, 57L Capacity (Set of 2)
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This suitcase is exactly 56x45x25cm to allow you to pack the maximum possible allowance for two of the UK's most popular airlines - Easyjet and British Airways. This is the maximum approved size for the free British Airways, Jet2 and Iberia cabin allowances, as well as...
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Aerolite Easyjet Bundle, Large Cabin (56x45x25cm) Lightweight Hard Shell Cabin Suitcase & (45x36x20cm) Easyjet Max Holdall
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Aerolite Easyjet Bundle, Large Cabin (56x45x25cm) Lightweight Hard Shell Cabin Suitcase & (45x36x20cm) Easyjet Max Holdall
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Introducing the Aerolite Easyjet Bundle: the perfect travel duo designed for hassle-free journeys with Easyjet, British Airways, Jet2, and more! Large Cabin Suitcase (56x45x25cm): Max Size Compliance: Tailored to meet the cabin size requirements for British Airways, Jet2, and Easyjet...
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Aerolite 56x45x25cm Easyjet Large Cabin, British Airways, Jet2 Maximum Allowance 8 Wheel Ultra Light 8 Wheels Suitcase
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Aerolite 56x45x25cm Easyjet Large Cabin, British Airways, Jet2 Maximum Allowance 8 Wheel Ultra Light 8 Wheels Suitcase
This Aerolite suitcase has precise dimensions of 56x45x25cm, making it the largest allowed size for Easyjet Large cabin, British Airways, and Jet2 luggage allowances. The suitcase boasts a sturdy ABS plastic exterior and an eco-friendly interior with premium zippers, as...
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Aerolite Easyjet Bundle, Large Cabin (56x45x25cm) Lightweight Hard Shell Cabin Suitcase & (45x36x20cm) Easyjet Max Suitcase
£89.99
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Aerolite Easyjet Bundle, Large Cabin (56x45x25cm) Lightweight Hard Shell Cabin Suitcase & (45x36x20cm) Easyjet Max Suitcase
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Introducing the Aerolite Easyjet Bundle: the perfect travel duo designed for hassle-free journeys with Easyjet, British Airways, Jet2, and more! Large Cabin Suitcase (56x45x25cm): Max Size Compliance: Tailored to meet the cabin size requirements for British Airways, Jet2, and Easyjet...
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Aluminium suitcases: your questions answered
For travellers who fly often, yes. A metal suitcase resists impact far better than plastic, holds its shape under pressure in the hold, and lasts considerably longer. The trade-off is weight - an aluminium case is heavier than a polycarbonate one of the same size. Where aluminium has traditionally fallen short is price, with most premium metal luggage starting around £500. Aerolite's range begins at £179.99, which changes that calculation for most people.
It depends what you need it to do. For cabin travel, the M-Lite Full Aluminium Cabin Suitcase offers a solid metal body, front laptop compartment and USB port at £229.99. For checked luggage, the M-Lite Full Aluminium Large gives 90 litres at £249.99. If you want metal strength with less weight, the aluminium frame models pair a reinforced metal frame with a polycarbonate shell from £179.99. All are zipperless, TSA-locked and carry a 15-year warranty.
Aluminium is stronger and more rigid. A metal shell resists crushing and holds its shape where polycarbonate flexes, and it ages into a patina rather than looking scuffed. Polycarbonate is lighter and cheaper, and it flexes rather than dents on impact. If you check bags regularly or carry anything fragile, aluminium is the better choice. If keeping under an airline weight limit matters most, polycarbonate wins.
Aluminium is the most durable mainstream luggage material, which is why it is used for professional camera cases and flight cases. It offers the best protection for what is inside and the longest usable life. It is not the lightest, and it is usually the most expensive. For frequent flyers and anyone carrying valuable or delicate items, metal luggage is the strongest option available.
A full metal suitcase has a body made entirely from aluminium - the whole shell is metal. An aluminium frame suitcase uses a reinforced metal frame around a polycarbonate shell, giving you the rigidity and zipperless latch closure of a metal case at lower weight and lower cost. Both remove the zip, which is the most common failure point on hard-shell luggage. Full aluminium is stronger; aluminium frame is lighter and better value.
Metal luggage is heavier than plastic. The M-Lite Full Aluminium Cabin weighs 4.85kg and the 90L Large weighs 5.7kg. An aluminium frame case sits lower because only the frame is metal. On most airlines the cabin allowance is a size limit rather than a weight limit, so the extra weight matters most on checked bags with a 20kg or 23kg allowance. Plan for roughly 1–1.5kg more than an equivalent polycarbonate case.
Yes, and that is normal. A metal suitcase absorbs impact by deforming slightly rather than cracking, which is precisely what protects the contents. Most owners of aluminium luggage regard the marks as character — it is why the material has been used for professional equipment cases for decades. A polycarbonate case will crack under the same impact that would leave a dent in aluminium. Every Aerolite aluminium case ships with a protective PVC cover to reduce handling marks in transit.
Yes. Aluminum and aluminium are the same material — aluminum is the American spelling, aluminium the British one. Every case in this collection is an aluminum suitcase, whichever spelling you searched for. The range covers full aluminum cabin and checked cases, aluminum frame models, and aluminum trunk luggage.
The M-Lite Aluminium Frame Cabin Suitcase measures 55 x 40 x 20cm, which meets the maximum cabin allowance on a wide range of airlines including Ryanair Priority. The M-Lite Full Aluminium Cabin measures 55 x 38 x 23cm — the extra depth gives more packing room but exceeds a 20cm depth limit, so check your airline before booking. Airline allowances change, so always confirm against your carrier's current published dimensions.
A zipperless suitcase closes with metal latches rather than a zip. Zips are the most common failure point on hard-shell luggage - they split, burst under pressure, and can be forced open with a ballpoint pen without leaving a trace. Latch closure removes that risk entirely and holds the case shut under load. Every suitcase in this collection is zipperless, with TSA-approved combination locks built into the latches.
Premium metal luggage from established names typically runs from £500 to over £1,300. Budget aluminium frame cases start around £60 but usually use thin frames and basic fittings. Aerolite sits between the two: full aluminium cases at £229.99 to £249.99, aluminium frame models from £179.99. All carry a 15-year warranty, TSA locks and zipperless latch closure — the specification you would expect at the premium end.
They are well suited to it. Checked bags take the most handling, and a metal shell holds its shape through baggage systems where a soft or thin-shell case can crush. For extended trips the 90L M-Lite Full Aluminium Large and the 97.6L Aluminium Frame Trunk both offer deep, squared packing space. Both are zipperless, both include a protective cover, and both are covered by the 15-year warranty.
