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A Guide to the Best Camera, Drone & Laptop Cases for Travel

Are you looking to travel with expensive equipment? Whatever tech you’re travelling with, our guide to the best camera, drone and laptop cases will help you find the right protection for your kit.

Protective, airline approved cases add extra support and ensure you can transport equipment safely, reduce the likelihood of your gear being damaged during transit and are fully prepared should you need to check your baggage into the hold.

Cabin baggage sizes and weights vary between airlines, with an average maximum weight of around 10kg, so it’s worth keeping this in mind when shopping for the best travel case for your camera, drone or laptop.

The most common hand luggage size for airlines serving the UK is 55 x 40 x 20cm, with 10 airlines including Ryanair and Tui offering passengers this carry on baggage size. For comparison, Wizz Air opts for the smallest size at 40cm x 30cm x 20cm while Egypt Air offer a whopping 58cm x 45cm x 25cm.

It is advisable to check cabin baggage size and weight limits with your airline before travelling. You might also want to check out our research on damaged luggage claims to find out which airlines to avoid flying with! However, our range of camera, drone and laptop cases ensure that your tech receives the highest level of protection, even in the event that it has to be checked into the hold.

The key features to look for in a hard case are:

 

The best hard shell camera cases for travel

When looking for a hard shell camera case that is suitable for travel, and flying in particular, you need to choose one that will withstand vibration, extreme temperatures and impact.

Cabin baggage sizes and weights vary between airlines, with an average maximum weight of around 10kg, so it’s worth keeping this in mind when shopping for a suitable travel case for your camera or drone.

If you have a lot of kit or a case that exceeds the sizes and weight guidelines of the airline you’re travelling with, you may need to check your baggage into the hold but travelling with the right case can take the stress out of this scenario.

Having a hard shell case with foam inserts is the best choice for protecting professional photography equipment, as it will be protected from damage, ensuring your photography gear arrives safely at the end of your journey. Find out more about custom foam inserts.

Check out our top three recommendations below to find lightweight and waterproof hard shell camera cases that are airline approved and will withstand the rigours of travel.

  1. Challenger TR5014 waterproof hard case with wheels

Made from ultra high strength, moulded plastic for the ultimate protection, and finished with wheels for convenience. This waterproof hard shell camera case benefits from two layers of pick and pluck foam, plus an egg-box foam layer to the lid, to provide cameras and photography equipment with full support during transit.

  1. MAX430 professional photography case

This IP67 rated waterproof camera case is perfect for travel and will make your kit highly visible at all times. Trusted worldwide by photography professionals, its lightweight design makes it ideal for travel, while its tough and rugged design delivers reliable protection against the elements, water, dust and impact.

  1. SKB iSeries H6 / DSLR combo case

This super lightweight design accommodates the H6 or H4N model recorder and a shotgun microphone, alongside the most popular DSLR camera models. This custom waterproof case is made in the USA from ultra high strength polypropylene copolymer resin that is waterproof, submersible and resistant to corrosion and impact damage. Protects cameras on the roughest of flights.

Shop the full range of hard, waterproof camera cases.

 

The best drone cases for travel

Drones are perfect for exotic landscapes or for capturing unique event footage, but you need the right casing solution to ensure it arrives at your destination in one piece.

Our range of travel cases for drones are incredibly lightweight and compact, ensuring your kit benefits from the best protection throughout your journey.

Most are compact enough to meet hand luggage size restrictions for the majority of airlines, while offering a reliable and robust casing solution that will fully protect your drone in the event of having to check it into the hold.

Take a look at our top three recommendations for the best drone cases for travel.

  1. MAX235H105 Mavic Mini drone case waterproof case

Protect your DJI Mavic Mini drone on the go with this super lightweight MAX case, which is fitted with a custom inlay to protect the drone, controller, accessories and more during transit and storage. IP67 rated and designed to withstand temperatures from -30 to 90°C.

  1. MAX300 DJI Mavic Air 2 drone case

This IP67 waterproof case is fitted with a custom foam inlay that is precision cut to support and protect the DJI Mavic Air 2 drone, controller and propellers, alongside cables and accessories. Built to withstand extreme temperatures, from -30 to 90°C while protecting its contents.

  1. SKB iSeries DJI Mavic Pro Case

This ultra high strength injection moulded waterproof drone case is built to be robust in all terrains. It benefits from a gasket-sealed, water and dust-tight, submersible design for the ultimate protection, complemented by a custom form-cut PE (polyethylene) foam insert. Resistant to UV, solvents, corrosion, fungus, and impact damage.

 

Protective laptop cases for travel

Whether you are travelling for work, documenting your trip or want to stay connected on the go, it is now very common to travel with a laptop, iPad or similar tech. While the majority of airlines will allow you to keep your laptop with you as carry on luggage, there may be instances when your precious tech will need to be checked into the hold, if your hand luggage exceeds the airline’s weight or size limit, for example.

This is where your everyday soft padded case is no longer fit for the job. Hold baggage is usually in for a rough ride especially when you consider the extreme temperatures of the hold, weight and pressure from other baggage, and the potential for mishandling. If you regularly travel, it makes sense to invest in a protective, hard shell laptop case that is airline approved and designed for travel.

Check out our top recommendations for lightweight and waterproof hard laptop cases, which are all designed to provide your tech with the maximum protection. These cases are used by a wide range of industries, including the military, which ensures that each design has been put through its paces.

  1. MAX380H115 tough IP67 rated laptop case

This IP67 certified, tough, durable and reliable protective laptop case from MAX is ideal for frequent flyers. These cases offer superior protection from the elements, water, dust and impacts, while being lightweight, and are supplied with a modular laptop inlay for support, which is made to measure for the MacBook 13″, 15″, and iPad, but can also accommodate other laptop brands.

  1. SKB iSeries waterproof laptop case with sun screen

This iSeries military-standard waterproof hard case from SKB benefits from ultra high-strength polypropylene copolymer resin and comes with custom interiors to support and protect your laptop in transit. Backed by SKB’s unsurpassed no-fault Lifetime Warranty, this case is airtight, submersible and resistant to corrosion and impact damage – the perfect travelling companion.

Shop the complete range of laptop and computer flight cases.

 

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