Travel backpack · carry-on
Tortuga Lite Backpack 40L: size, weight and airline fit
The Tortuga Lite Backpack 40L measures 22 x 14 x 8 in and fits the carry-on limit of 32 of 39 airlines. Too big for Air Canada, Porter and others.
Listed outside size
22 x 14 x 8 in
about 55 x 35 x 20 cm · 3.5 lb (1.59 kg) · 40 L
Fits 32 of 39 airlines
See it on Tortuga's sitePrices change often. Sizes from www.tortugabackpacks.com, checked October 29, 2026.
What to know before you buy
- Tortuga lists 22 x 14 x 8 in (55 x 35 x 20 cm), 3.5 lb and 40 L, the same size as the Pro. A Tortuga help article gives about 2.9 lb instead.
- Tortuga warns its 40 L bags may not meet the strictest budget-airline limits.
Which airlines does it fit as a carry-on?
| Airline | Carry-on limit | Verdict | Tightest side | Weight limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | 55 x 40 x 25 cm | Fits | exactly at the limit | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| AirAsia | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Fits | 1 cm spare | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Japan Airlines (JAL) | 55 x 40 x 25 cm | Fits | exactly at the limit | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Singapore Airlines | 115 cm total | Fits | 5 cm spare | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Vietjet Air | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Fits | 1 cm spare | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Vietnam Airlines | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Fits | 1 cm spare | — |
| British Airways | 22 x 18 x 10 in | Fits | exactly at the limit | — |
| Iberia | 56 x 40 x 25 cm | Fits | 1 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Jet2 | 56 x 45 x 25 cm | Fits | 1 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| KLM | 55 x 35 x 25 cm | Fits | exactly at the limit | 12 kg (26 lb) |
| Lufthansa | 55 x 40 x 23 cm | Fits | exactly at the limit | 8 kg (18 lb) |
| Ryanair | 55 x 40 x 20 cm | Fits | exactly at the limit | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Turkish Airlines | 55 x 40 x 23 cm | Fits | exactly at the limit | 8 kg (18 lb) |
| Vueling | 55 x 40 x 20 cm | Fits | exactly at the limit | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Wizz Air | 55 x 40 x 23 cm | Fits | exactly at the limit | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| easyJet | 56 x 45 x 25 cm | Fits | 1 cm spare | — |
| Avianca | 55 x 35 x 25 cm | Fits | exactly at the limit | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Copa Airlines | 22 x 14 x 10 in | Fits | exactly at the limit | 22 lb (10 kg) |
| Volaris | 55 x 40 x 25 cm | Fits | exactly at the limit | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Emirates | 55 x 38 x 22 cm | Fits | exactly at the limit | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Alaska Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | exactly at the limit | — |
| Allegiant Air | 22 x 16 x 10 in | Fits | exactly at the limit | — |
| American Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | exactly at the limit | — |
| Breeze Airways | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | exactly at the limit | 35 lb (15.9 kg) |
| Delta Air Lines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | exactly at the limit | — |
| Frontier Airlines | 24 x 16 x 10 in | Fits | 2 in spare | 35 lb (15.9 kg) |
| JetBlue | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | exactly at the limit | — |
| Southwest Airlines | 24 x 16 x 10 in | Fits | 2 in spare | — |
| United Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | exactly at the limit | — |
| WestJet | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | exactly at the limit | — |
| Jetstar | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Fits | 1 cm spare | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Qantas | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | exactly at the limit | 15 lb (7 kg) |
| 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 | 0.3 in over | 26 lb (12 kg) |
| LATAM Airlines | 21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8 in | Too big | 0.3 in over | 26 lb (12 kg) |
| Qatar Airways | 50 x 37 x 25 cm | Too big | 5 cm over | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Air Canada | 21.5 x 15.5 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 | — |
| Air New Zealand | 21 x 16 x 9 in | Too big | 1 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 x 8 in (about 55 x 35 x 20 cm) |
|---|---|
| Includes wheels and handles? | Not stated by the maker |
| Linear size (L + W + H) | 44 in (110 cm) |
| Empty weight | 3.5 lb (1.59 kg) |
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Type | Travel backpack |
| Brand | Tortuga |
Questions people ask
What size is the Tortuga Lite Backpack 40L?
The maker lists 22 x 14 x 8 in (about 55 x 35 x 20 cm).
Which airlines does the Tortuga Lite Backpack 40L fit?
On paper it fits the carry-on limit of 32 of the 39 airlines we track that publish a size.
How much does the Tortuga Lite Backpack 40L weigh?
3.5 lb (1.59 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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