Tortuga · carry-on
Does the Tortuga Pro Backpack 34L fit as a carry-on?
By its listed size it fits 37 of 38 airlines that publish a carry-on limit and is too big for 1.
Size and specs
| Listed size | 20.5 × 13 × 7.5 in (52 × 33 × 19 cm) |
|---|---|
| Volume | 34 L |
| Empty weight | 3.5 lb (1.6 kg) |
| Laptop sleeve | up to 16 in |
| Wheels | none |
| List price | $300 (seen 2026-10-19) |
The brand doesn't say whether this is the outside size.
Against the usual US limit
Dashed and yellow: American Airlines' carry-on limit, 22 × 14 × 9 in. Coloured: this bag's listed size.
Every airline
| Airline | carry-on limit | This bag |
|---|---|---|
| United States | ||
| Alaska Airlines | 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm) | Fits 1 in to spare |
| Allegiant Air | 10 × 16 × 22 in (25 × 41 × 56 cm) | Fits 1.5 in to spare |
| American Airlines | 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm) | Fits 1 in to spare |
| Avelo Airlines | 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm) | Fits 1 in to spare |
| Breeze Airways | 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm) | Fits 1 in to spare |
| Delta Air Lines | 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm) | Fits 1 in to spare |
| Frontier Airlines | 24 × 16 × 10 in (61 × 41 × 25 cm) | Fits 2.5 in to spare |
| Hawaiian Airlines | 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm) | Fits 1 in to spare |
| JetBlue | 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm) | Fits 1 in to spare |
| Southwest Airlines | 24 × 16 × 10 in (61 × 41 × 25 cm) | Fits 2.5 in to spare |
| Sun Country Airlines | 24 × 16 × 11 in (61 × 41 × 28 cm) | Fits 3 in to spare |
| United Airlines | 9 × 14 × 22 in (23 × 36 × 56 cm) | Fits 1 in to spare |
| Canada & Mexico | ||
| Aeromexico | 55 × 40 × 25 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.8 in) | Fits 1.2 in to spare |
| Air Canada | 9 × 15.5 × 21.5 in (23 × 39 × 55 cm) | Fits 1 in to spare |
| Porter Airlines | 21.5 × 15.5 × 9 in (55 × 39 × 23 cm) | Fits 1 in to spare |
| Viva Aerobus | 22 × 16 × 10 in (56 × 41 × 25 cm) | Fits 1.5 in to spare |
| Volaris | 55 × 40 × 25 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.8 in) | Fits 1.2 in to spare |
| WestJet | 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm) | Fits 1 in to spare |
| Latin America | ||
| Avianca | 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in) | Fits 0.8 in to spare |
| Copa Airlines | 56 × 36 × 26 cm (22 × 14.2 × 10.2 in) | Fits 1.2 in to spare |
| LATAM Airlines | 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in) | Fits 0.8 in to spare |
| Europe | ||
| Aer Lingus | 55 × 40 × 24 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.4 in) | Fits 1.2 in to spare |
| Air France | 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in) | Fits 0.8 in to spare |
| British Airways | 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in) | Fits 1.5 in to spare |
| easyJet | 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in) | Fits 1.5 in to spare |
| Iberia | 56 × 40 × 25 cm (22 × 15.7 × 9.8 in) | Fits 1.5 in to spare |
| Icelandair | 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in) | Fits 0.4 in to spare |
| KLM | 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in) | Fits 0.8 in to spare |
| Lufthansa | 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in) | Fits 1.2 in to spare |
| Ryanair | 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in) | Fits 0.4 in to spare |
| Turkish Airlines | 23 × 40 × 55 cm (9.1 × 15.7 × 21.7 in) | Fits 1.2 in to spare |
| Virgin Atlantic | 23 × 36 × 56 cm (9.1 × 14.2 × 22 in) | Fits 1.2 in to spare |
| Vueling | 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in) | Fits 0.4 in to spare |
| Wizz Air | 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in) | Fits 1.2 in to spare |
| Middle East & Asia-Pacific | ||
| Emirates | 55 × 38 × 22 cm (21.7 × 15 × 8.7 in) | Fits 1.2 in to spare |
| Japan Airlines | 55 × 40 × 25 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.8 in) | Fits 1.2 in to spare |
| Qantas | 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in) | Fits 1.2 in to spare |
| Qatar Airways | 50 × 37 × 25 cm (19.7 × 14.6 × 9.8 in) | Too big 0.8 in over, too tall |
"Borderline" means over by no more than the rounding in published sizes (0.5 cm, about 0.2 in). It may pass at the gate, but we don't promise it.
Where these numbers come from
- tortugabackpacks.combrand page
Notes from our data check
Brand: 'Dimensions: 20.5 x 13 x 7.5 in (52 x 33 x 19 cm) | Volume: 34 liters | Weight: 3.6 lb (1.6 kg)'; 'Electronics : Up to 16-inch laptop and 12.9-inch tablet'; FAQ: 'designed to meet carry on size limits for both US and international airlines'. The hip belt is not included (sold separately). Price $300. Amazon not checked.