Aer Flight Pack vs. Day Owl Backpack Pro
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer Flight Pack | Feature | Day Owl Backpack Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | top, back |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 6 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1680D Cordura ballistic nylon | waxed canvas |
Day Owl Backpack Pro
| Capacity | 21 L |
| Weight | 1.1 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×31×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $155 |
Key differences between the Aer Flight Pack and Day Owl Backpack Pro
- Passport pocket: Top on the Aer Flight Pack; Top, back on the Day Owl Backpack Pro.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Aer Flight Pack; Yes on the Day Owl Backpack Pro.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Aer Flight Pack; 6 on the Day Owl Backpack Pro.
Both have: luggage passthrough, laptop sleeve, 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. 177 accept both. 1 accept only the Aer Flight Pack, and 2 accept only the Day Owl Backpack Pro.
Only the Aer Flight Pack fits
Air Niugini.
Only the Day Owl Backpack Pro fits
Air Tahiti, Gulf Air.
Aer Flight Pack vs. Day Owl Backpack Pro: which should you pack?
The Day Owl Backpack Pro carries 1L more than the Aer Flight Pack (20L vs. 21L), while the Day Owl Backpack Pro is the lighter pack at 1.1kg (vs. 1.5kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Day Owl Backpack Pro fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Day Owl Backpack Pro; if you want to travel lighter, the Day Owl Backpack Pro is the better call.