10 Amazon In-flight, Anti-theft Travel Items

Of all the travel mishaps that could take place, few are as disarming as getting pickpocketed or stolen from during your journey—especially while you’re in the air. While in-flight theft isn’t the most common occurrence, it does happen, but a recent viral Instagram reel, which has garnered more than 17,000 likes, delivered one simple solution: stow your luggage in the overhead bin across the aisle from your seat so you can keep an eye on it.

According to the creator, travel blogger @chasingmemories.co, “Travel safety is about visibility. When your bag is above you, you can’t see what bag is getting accessed when someone is opening that bin. But when it’s across the aisle, you’ve got eyes on it the entire flight.” With your bag across the aisle and in plain view you’ll certainly have more peace of mind while flying, but if you’re looking to upgrade your security measures even further, keep reading to find the 10 anti-theft essentials worth shopping at Amazon before your next flight, starting at just $11.

Matein Travel Laptop Backpack

The right backpack can be a major asset for shorter trips, and you can’t go wrong with the traveler-adored Matein Travel Laptop Backpack—especially now that it’s on sale for $18. It’s equipped with a number of handy pockets for keeping your belongings organized and easily accessible, and it’s even designed with a thoughtful hidden anti-theft pocket at the rear of the bag that’s the ideal location to store your passport and other important documents.

The North Face Surge Commuter Laptop Backpack

The North Face is one of the most trustworthy brands to score travel essentials from, and this secure laptop backpack is no exception. Currently available for 27 percent off, the slim bag boasts more than enough space for spare clothes, toiletries, and in-flight essentials thanks to its roomy 31-liter volume. The back of the bag is made with molded shoulder straps and padding for extra support, plus it features waist and sternum straps that’ll come in handy if you also plan on taking this bag on a hike. Just lock the zippers with TSA-approved locks (and store it in plain view across the aisle) and you’ll be good to go.

Coolife Carry-on Suitcase With Built-in TSA Lock

Aside from staying alert and keeping an eye on your luggage, the second best way to prevent in-flight theft is to travel with a suitcase fitted with a TSA-approved lock. Convenience is one of the biggest appeals to would-be thieves, so the security of a lock will be a large deterrent—especially if your bag is in plain view throughout your flight. In fact, one shopper even revealed that the bag is so secure it “survived a theft attempt in Sao Palou, Brazil,” but even after the assailant attempted to break the locks, they could “not gain entry. Plus, the durable carry-on is designed with a sturdy plastic shell that won’t crack or scratch.

Taygeer Travel Backpack

Surprisingly spacious and perfect for carry-on or personal item use, the Taygeer Travel Backpack is one of the most reliable luggage pieces to take with you on a flight. Case in point, it’s so popular at Amazon that more than 10,000 have been sold in the last month. While it’s not specifically built with anti-theft properties (aside from a hidden pocket at the back), the bag is well-crafted with a number of compartments and a convenient clam-shell design that lends itself to efficient packing. It’ll fit easily beneath your airplane seat as the most secure option, but if you do plan to put it in the overhead bin, just make sure to keep it in your eyeline if possible.

Kroser Carry-on Underseat Suitcase

Compact, easy to carry, and specifically built with anti-theft features, the Kroser Carry-in Underseat Suitcase is the ideal travel companion at just $60. It comes fitted with a TSA-compliant lock to keep your belongings safely stored inside, and it’s the proper size to slide beneath the plane seat (so it’s safely within eyesight) or the overhead bin. It has a smaller front pocket for items you’ll want to keep accessible in-flight, and the primary compartment provides plenty of packing space for an overnight or weekend trip.

Lovevook Travel Laptop Backpack

This roomy anti-theft backpack will quickly become your top choice for air travel with its multitude of pockets and high-quality design, and whether you store it beneath your seat or in the overhead bin it’ll keep your belongings safe. One shopper dubbed it the “perfect travel backpack” in large part due to the “anti-theft lock device” affixed to the zipper on the main compartment, but its large packing capacity certainly doesn’t hurt either. It even has space to plug in your own portable charger to securely power your phone on the go.

Lapsouno Carry-on Travel Backpack

With more than 15 spacious pockets and a durable, well-made exterior, you can trust the Lapsuono Carry-on Travel Backpack to securely store your on-the-go essentials throughout your flight and the duration of your trip. One traveler pointed to the anti-theft pocket at the back of the bag as a “great touch,” and its breathable back padding will ensure your lasting comfort even if you’ve packed it to the brim. Best of all, it’s now on sale for $20, and with the sheer volume of packing space it provides, it all but ensures you can skip checked bag fees for good.

Tzowla Anti-theft Laptop Backpack

Intentionally built to quell your concerns of theft while traveling, this Tzowla backpack excels at its job thanks to an RFID-blocking exterior, security hooks, and locking zippers that will make it much more difficult for strangers to gain access to your luggage. A unique side spring rope tucked into the exterior pocket of the bag secures it to a stationary item (like a table leg) so it can’t be moved without your knowledge, and it’s also made for comfort with a padded back and shoulder straps. Shoppers have confirmed that the bag’s locks provide “added peace of mind” while traveling, and right now it’s on sale for almost $20 off.

Bobino Zipper Clip

If you’re already content with your luggage collection but still aim to add more security to your bags to ward off in-flight theft, the Bobino Zipper Clip is a far more affordable alternative to trading in your bags altogether. Simply affix the clip to the zipper on your suitcase or backpack and snap both sides together. When you’re ready to open the bag, twist and unhook the two sides. While it’s not an entirely theft-proof solution with a code or key, it’ll stall would-be thieves, and if you’ve stored your bag in the overhead compartment across the way, you’ll have more time to take notice and take action.

Sure Lock TSA Compatible Travel Luggage Lock 2-pack

The most effective way to ensure your bags remain shut tightly against theft are these TSA-friendly luggage locks that are so reliable that more than 6,000 have been purchased at Amazon in the last month. The tough stainless steel loops are reinforced and designed to remain rust-free even after years of use, and a three number combination lock will be easy to remember and difficult to crack. Right now, a two-pack is even on sale for just $11.

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