Packing List Generator
Choose your trip type, how many days you are away and the weather, and get a categorised packing checklist with the right quantities. Tick items off as you pack, add your own, then print or copy it.
Your list, ticks and custom items are saved in this browser automatically.
How to use the Packing List Generator
- Pick a trip type: beach, city break, business, hiking / camping, ski or family with kids.
- Set the trip length in days and tick the expected weather: hot, cold and/or rain.
- Choose extras such as laundry available, international trip or flying.
- Press Generate packing list and tick items off as they go into your bag. Remove items you don't need and add your own.
- Print the checklist or copy it as text. Your list and ticks are saved in this browser for next time.
How the quantities are worked out
Clothing is calculated from the number of days you need clothes for. Without laundry that is the full trip length; with laundry it is capped at 7 days. Call that number C.
| Item | Rule | 3 days | 7 days | 14 days + laundry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Underwear | C + 1 spare | 4 | 8 | 8 |
| Socks | C + 1 spare | 4 | 8 | 8 |
| Tops / T-shirts | 1 per day | 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Trousers, shorts or skirts | 1 per 3 days, rounded up | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Sleepwear | 1 per 4 days, rounded up | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Swimsuits (beach) | 2 from 3 days | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Meals (camping) | 3 per trip day | 9 | 21 | 42 |
| Hand warmers (ski) | 1 pair per day | 3 | 7 | 14 |
Kids' clothing uses C + 2 outfits per child, because children need changes more often. For babies, diapers are counted at 6 a day for up to 5 days; for longer trips it is usually easier to buy more at your destination.
What each trip type adds
| Trip type | Extra items |
|---|---|
| Beach | Swimsuits, cover-up, beach towel, sandals, sun hat, sunscreen, after-sun, waterproof phone pouch |
| City break | Two pairs of walking shoes, going-out outfit, day bag, offline maps, foldable tote |
| Business | Suit or blazer, dress shirts, ties, dress shoes, belt, laptop, presentation adapter, business cards, steamer |
| Hiking / camping | Tent, sleeping bag and pad, stove and fuel, water filter, headlamp, first-aid kit, map and compass, meals and trail snacks |
| Ski | Ski jacket and pants, thermal base layers, ski socks, goggles, helmet, gloves, neck gaiter, hand warmers, lift pass |
| Family with kids | Kids' outfits, pajamas and shoes per child, snacks, toys, wipes, children's medicine, thermometer, plus diapers and a stroller for babies |
Packing tips that save space
- Wear your bulkiest items (boots, coat, ski jacket) on the journey instead of packing them.
- Roll soft clothes and use packing cubes per category, matching the sections of this list, so you can find things fast.
- Choose one colour palette so every top goes with every bottom; you then need fewer pieces.
- Carry medicines, documents and chargers in your hand luggage, never in a checked bag.
- Check airline liquid rules: in many countries carry-on liquids must be in containers of 100 ml or less inside one clear, resealable bag of about one litre.
Frequently asked questions
How many clothes should I pack for a week?
For 7 days pack about 8 pairs of underwear and socks (one per day plus a spare), 7 tops, 2 to 3 bottoms, 2 sets of sleepwear, plus one warm or rain layer depending on the weather. The generator works this out for any trip length.
How does the laundry option change the list?
With laundry available you only need clothes for up to 7 days, however long the trip is, because you can wash and rewear. Trip gear, meals and other non-clothing quantities still follow the full trip length.
What should every packing list include?
ID or passport, bank cards and some cash, tickets and booking confirmations, phone and charger, prescription medicines, a toothbrush and basic toiletries, and enough underwear and socks. These essentials are added for every trip type.
Is my packing list saved?
Yes. Your trip settings, ticked items, removed items and custom items are saved in your browser's local storage on this device. Nothing is uploaded, and the list is still there when you come back.
Can I print the checklist?
Yes. Press Print checklist and only the list is printed, in two columns with tick boxes, without the rest of the page. You can also choose Save as PDF in the print dialog.
How do I pack for a family trip with kids?
Choose Family with kids, enter the number of children and tick the baby option if you travel with a toddler in diapers. Kids' outfits, pajamas, shoes and toys are multiplied by the number of children, and extra outfits are added for spills.
Can I add things that are not on the list?
Yes. Type an item name, set the quantity, choose a category and press Add item. Custom items are marked as yours, stay when you change the trip settings, and can be removed with the × button.