Travel backpack · carry-on
Tortuga Pro Backpack 34L: size, weight and airline fit
The Tortuga Pro Backpack 34L measures 20.5 x 13 x 7.5 in and fits the carry-on limit of 38 of 39 airlines. Too big for Qatar and others.
Listed outside size
20.5 x 13 x 7.5 in
about 52.1 x 33 x 19.1 cm · 3.6 lb (1.63 kg) · 34 L
Fits 38 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's size comparison on the 40L page lists the 34L at 20.5 x 13 x 7.5 in and 3.6 lb, and notes it has no hip belt.
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 | 2.9 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| AirAsia | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Fits | 3 cm spare | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Japan Airlines (JAL) | 55 x 40 x 25 cm | Fits | 2.9 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Singapore Airlines | 115 cm total | Fits | 10.8 cm spare | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Vietjet Air | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Fits | 3 cm spare | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Vietnam Airlines | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Fits | 3 cm spare | — |
| Aer Lingus | 21.5 x 15.5 x 9.5 in | Fits | 1 in spare | 22 lb (10 kg) |
| Air France | 21.7 x 13.8 x 9.9 in | Fits | 0.8 in spare | 26 lb (12 kg) |
| British Airways | 22 x 18 x 10 in | Fits | 1.5 in spare | — |
| Iberia | 56 x 40 x 25 cm | Fits | 3.9 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Jet2 | 56 x 45 x 25 cm | Fits | 3.9 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| KLM | 55 x 35 x 25 cm | Fits | 2 cm spare | 12 kg (26 lb) |
| Lufthansa | 55 x 40 x 23 cm | Fits | 2.9 cm spare | 8 kg (18 lb) |
| Ryanair | 55 x 40 x 20 cm | Fits | 0.9 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Turkish Airlines | 55 x 40 x 23 cm | Fits | 2.9 cm spare | 8 kg (18 lb) |
| Vueling | 55 x 40 x 20 cm | Fits | 0.9 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Wizz Air | 55 x 40 x 23 cm | Fits | 2.9 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| easyJet | 56 x 45 x 25 cm | Fits | 3.9 cm spare | — |
| Avianca | 55 x 35 x 25 cm | Fits | 2 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Copa Airlines | 22 x 14 x 10 in | Fits | 1 in spare | 22 lb (10 kg) |
| LATAM Airlines | 21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8 in | Fits | 0.8 in spare | 26 lb (12 kg) |
| Volaris | 55 x 40 x 25 cm | Fits | 2.9 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Emirates | 55 x 38 x 22 cm | Fits | 2.9 cm spare | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Air Canada | 21.5 x 15.5 x 9 in | Fits | 1 in spare | — |
| Alaska Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | 1 in spare | — |
| Allegiant Air | 22 x 16 x 10 in | Fits | 1.5 in spare | — |
| American Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | 1 in spare | — |
| Breeze Airways | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | 1 in spare | 35 lb (15.9 kg) |
| Delta Air Lines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | 1 in spare | — |
| Frontier Airlines | 24 x 16 x 10 in | Fits | 2.5 in spare | 35 lb (15.9 kg) |
| JetBlue | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | 1 in spare | — |
| Porter Airlines | 21.5 x 15.5 x 9 in | Fits | 1 in spare | — |
| Southwest Airlines | 24 x 16 x 10 in | Fits | 2.5 in spare | — |
| United Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | 1 in spare | — |
| WestJet | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | 1 in spare | — |
| Air New Zealand | 21 x 16 x 9 in | Fits | 0.5 in spare | 15 lb (7 kg) |
| Jetstar | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Fits | 3 cm spare | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Qantas | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Fits | 1 in spare | 15 lb (7 kg) |
| Qatar Airways | 50 x 37 x 25 cm | Too big | 2.1 cm over | 7 kg (15 lb) |
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 | 20.5 x 13 x 7.5 in (about 52.1 x 33 x 19.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| Includes wheels and handles? | Not stated by the maker |
| Linear size (L + W + H) | 41 in (104.2 cm) |
| Empty weight | 3.6 lb (1.63 kg) |
| Capacity | 34 L |
| Type | Travel backpack |
| Brand | Tortuga |
Questions people ask
What size is the Tortuga Pro Backpack 34L?
The maker lists 20.5 x 13 x 7.5 in (about 52.1 x 33 x 19.1 cm).
Which airlines does the Tortuga Pro Backpack 34L fit?
On paper it fits the carry-on limit of 38 of the 39 airlines we track that publish a size.
How much does the Tortuga Pro Backpack 34L 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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