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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/9qiq5dttgm/fjallraven-kanken-outlong/ev828hrr4z/aer-go-pack-2/"
title: "Fjallraven Kanken Outlong vs Aer Go Pack 2 - One Bag Travel"
description: "Fjallraven Kanken Outlong vs Aer Go Pack 2: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
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# Fjallraven Kanken Outlong vs. Aer Go Pack 2

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

## [Fjallraven Kanken Outlong](https://onebag.travel/carryon/9qiq5dttgm/fjallraven-kanken-outlong/)

by [Fjallraven](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Fjallraven)

![Front facing view of the Fjallraven Kanken Outlong](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1788990364/carryons/fjallraven-kanken-outlong-9qiq5dttgm.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>18 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.5 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>40×28×14 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>99%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$155</td></tr></tbody></table>

## 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 |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>Vinylon F: 100% vinylal Produced without PFAS</td><td>210D Cordura® crinkle nylon exterior</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [Aer Go Pack 2](https://onebag.travel/carryon/ev828hrr4z/aer-go-pack-2/)

by [Aer](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Aer)

![Front facing view of the Aer Go Pack 2](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/carryons/pzcvjkjaola8ts3h8lhb)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>20 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.6 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>43×28×14 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>96%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$99</td></tr></tbody></table>

## 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.