Fjallraven Kanken Outlong vs. Aer Go Pack 2
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Fjallraven Kanken Outlong
| Capacity | 18 L |
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 40×28×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 99% |
| Price | $155 |
Feature by feature
| Fjallraven Kanken Outlong | Feature | Aer Go Pack 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| front | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 16in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Vinylon F: 100% vinylal Produced without PFAS | 210D Cordura® crinkle nylon exterior |
Key differences between the Fjallraven Kanken Outlong and Aer Go Pack 2
- Passport pocket: Front on the Fjallraven Kanken Outlong; Top on the Aer Go Pack 2.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Fjallraven Kanken Outlong; Yes on the Aer Go Pack 2.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Fjallraven Kanken Outlong; 16in on the Aer Go Pack 2.
Both have: backpack straps, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 181 accept both. 6 accept only the Fjallraven Kanken Outlong, and 0 accept only the Aer Go Pack 2.
Only the Fjallraven Kanken Outlong fits
LC Perú, Lion Air Group, Spring Airlines, VivaColombia, Volaris, Wizz Air.
Fjallraven Kanken Outlong vs. Aer Go Pack 2: which should you pack?
The Aer Go Pack 2 carries 2L more than the Fjallraven Kanken Outlong (18L vs. 20L), while the Fjallraven Kanken Outlong is the lighter pack at 0.5kg (vs. 0.6kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Fjallraven Kanken Outlong fits 99% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Aer Go Pack 2; if you want to travel lighter, the Fjallraven Kanken Outlong is the better call.