Convertible travel backpack · carry-on
Patagonia Black Hole MLC Convertible Carry On Backpack 45L: size, weight and airline fit
The Patagonia Black Hole MLC Convertible Carry On Backpack 45L measures 22 x 14.5 x 7.6 in and fits the carry-on limit of 8 of 39 airlines.
Listed outside size
22 x 14.5 x 7.6 in
about 56 x 37 x 19 cm · 3.6 lb (1.63 kg) · 45 L
Fits 8 of 39 airlines
See it on Patagonia's sitePrices change often. Sizes from www.patagonia.com, checked October 29, 2026.
What to know before you buy
- Patagonia lists 22 x 14.5 x 7.6 in (56 x 37 x 19 cm), 1,635 g and 45 L.
- It is half an inch wider than the 22 x 14 x 9 in US limit on paper, but the 7.6 in depth leaves room to squeeze.
Which airlines does it fit as a carry-on?
| Airline | Carry-on limit | Verdict | Tightest side | Weight limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore Airlines | 115 cm total | Fits | 3 cm spare | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| British Airways | 22 x 18 x 10 in | Fits | exactly at the limit | — |
| Iberia | 56 x 40 x 25 cm | Fits | exactly at the limit | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Jet2 | 56 x 45 x 25 cm | Fits | exactly at the limit | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| easyJet | 56 x 45 x 25 cm | Fits | exactly at the limit | — |
| Allegiant Air | 22 x 16 x 10 in | Fits | exactly at the limit | — |
| Frontier Airlines | 24 x 16 x 10 in | Fits | 1.5 in spare | 35 lb (15.9 kg) |
| Southwest Airlines | 24 x 16 x 10 in | Fits | 1.5 in spare | — |
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | 55 x 40 x 25 cm | Too big | 1 cm over | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| AirAsia | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Too big | 1 cm over | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Japan Airlines (JAL) | 55 x 40 x 25 cm | Too big | 1 cm over | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Vietjet Air | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Too big | 1 cm over | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Vietnam Airlines | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Too big | 1 cm over | — |
| Aer Lingus | 21.5 x 15.5 x 9.5 in | Too big | 0.5 in over | 22 lb (10 kg) |
| Air France | 21.7 x 13.8 x 9.9 in | Too big | 0.7 in over | 26 lb (12 kg) |
| KLM | 55 x 35 x 25 cm | Too big | 2 cm over | 12 kg (26 lb) |
| Lufthansa | 55 x 40 x 23 cm | Too big | 1 cm over | 8 kg (18 lb) |
| Ryanair | 55 x 40 x 20 cm | Too big | 1 cm over | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Turkish Airlines | 55 x 40 x 23 cm | Too big | 1 cm over | 8 kg (18 lb) |
| Vueling | 55 x 40 x 20 cm | Too big | 1 cm over | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Wizz Air | 55 x 40 x 23 cm | Too big | 1 cm over | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Avianca | 55 x 35 x 25 cm | Too big | 2 cm over | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Copa Airlines | 22 x 14 x 10 in | Too big | 0.5 in over | 22 lb (10 kg) |
| LATAM Airlines | 21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8 in | Too big | 0.7 in over | 26 lb (12 kg) |
| Volaris | 55 x 40 x 25 cm | Too big | 1 cm over | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Emirates | 55 x 38 x 22 cm | Too big | 1 cm over | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Qatar Airways | 50 x 37 x 25 cm | Too big | 6 cm over | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Air Canada | 21.5 x 15.5 x 9 in | Too big | 0.5 in over | — |
| Alaska Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.5 in over | — |
| American Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.5 in over | — |
| Breeze Airways | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.5 in over | 35 lb (15.9 kg) |
| Delta Air Lines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.5 in over | — |
| JetBlue | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.5 in over | — |
| Porter Airlines | 21.5 x 15.5 x 9 in | Too big | 0.5 in over | — |
| United Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.5 in over | — |
| WestJet | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.5 in over | — |
| Air New Zealand | 21 x 16 x 9 in | Too big | 1 in over | 15 lb (7 kg) |
| Jetstar | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Too big | 1 cm over | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Qantas | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.5 in over | 15 lb (7 kg) |
Compared side by side in the unit each airline publishes, largest side first. "Spare" is the room left on the tightest side.
Specs
| Listed outside size | 22 x 14.5 x 7.6 in (about 56 x 37 x 19 cm) |
|---|---|
| Includes wheels and handles? | Not stated by the maker |
| Linear size (L + W + H) | 44.1 in (112 cm) |
| Empty weight | 3.6 lb (1.63 kg) |
| Capacity | 45 L |
| Type | Convertible travel backpack |
| Brand | Patagonia |
Questions people ask
What size is the Patagonia Black Hole MLC Convertible Carry On Backpack 45L?
The maker lists 22 x 14.5 x 7.6 in (about 56 x 37 x 19 cm).
Which airlines does the Patagonia Black Hole MLC Convertible Carry On Backpack 45L fit?
On paper it fits the carry-on limit of 8 of the 39 airlines we track that publish a size.
How much does the Patagonia Black Hole MLC Convertible Carry On Backpack 45L weigh?
3.6 lb (1.63 kg) empty.
Researched from the maker's published specifications, not measured by us. Listings change, so check the size on the product page before you buy.
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