Deuter Aviant Access 55 vs. Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Deuter Aviant Access 55 | Feature | Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | removable |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | hideable |
| hideable | Hip Belt | hideable |
| hideable | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 17in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | optional |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 600D PES, 420D PA | 100% Nylon & 100% Polyester |
Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L
| Capacity | 48 L |
| Weight | 1.65 kg |
| Dimensions | 66×34×29 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $330 |
Key differences between the Deuter Aviant Access 55 and Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L
- Compression straps: Yes on the Deuter Aviant Access 55; Removable on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L.
- Sternum strap: Hideable on the Deuter Aviant Access 55; Yes on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Deuter Aviant Access 55; 17in on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Deuter Aviant Access 55; No on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L.
- Rain cover: No on the Deuter Aviant Access 55; Optional on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Deuter Aviant Access 55; No on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L.
Both have: backpack straps, hip belt, water bottle pockets.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 2 accept both. 1 accept only the Deuter Aviant Access 55, and 0 accept only the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L.
Only the Deuter Aviant Access 55 fits
Island Air.
Deuter Aviant Access 55 vs. Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L: which should you pack?
The Deuter Aviant Access 55 carries 7L more than the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L (55L vs. 48L), while the Deuter Aviant Access 55 is the lighter pack at 1.64kg (vs. 1.65kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Deuter Aviant Access 55 fits 2% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Deuter Aviant Access 55; if you want to travel lighter, the Deuter Aviant Access 55 is the better call.