When I flew to Phoenix last week I packed my luggage like I was going to Georgia and it came out to 35 pounds. I just re-packed and I am now 45 pounds. Why the difference? I am bringing school supplies like books, flash cards, colored pencils, etc. I may be weeding out some of these items before the end of the day. 35 pounds was so nice to carry and I am not looking forward to an extra 10 pounds.