Deuter Trans Alpine 24 vs. Deuter Flyt 20

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

Deuter Trans Alpine 24

Front facing view of the Deuter Trans Alpine 24
Capacity24 L
Weight1.16 kg
Dimensions50×24×20 cm
Airline fit92%

Feature by feature

Deuter Trans Alpine 24FeatureDeuter Flyt 20
Storage
Y Compression Y
None Expanded Capacity None
4 Opening 4
N Passport N
N Passthrough N
Carry
Y Backpack Y
Y Hip Belt removable
Y Sternum Strap Y
Inside
N Laptop N
1 Main Compartments 1
Y Organizer Y
Outside
× Hard Shell ×
Y Rain-fly N
2 Water Bottle Holder 2
Y Water Resistant Y
Material
210D PA, 600D PES210D PA, 100D PA High Tenacity

Deuter Flyt 20

Front facing view of the Deuter Flyt 20
Capacity20 L
Weight1.18 kg
Dimensions50×26×19 cm
Airline fit92%
Price$178

Key differences between the Deuter Trans Alpine 24 and Deuter Flyt 20

Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, sternum strap, built-in organizer, 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. 174 accept both. Every airline that takes one takes the other.

Deuter Trans Alpine 24 vs. Deuter Flyt 20: which should you pack?

The Deuter Trans Alpine 24 carries 4L more than the Deuter Flyt 20 (24L vs. 20L), while the Deuter Trans Alpine 24 is the lighter pack at 1.16kg (vs. 1.18kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Deuter Trans Alpine 24 fits 92% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Deuter Trans Alpine 24; if you want to travel lighter, the Deuter Trans Alpine 24 is the better call.