Carry-on backpacks in leather and canvas

The comparison uses the stated external dimensions with the rolltop closed and not extended. Armando, Arthur in leather and Antonio fit within the larger cabin-bag limits listed below. Dale exceeds them with its nominal depth of 27 cm. It can only travel in the cabin if the packed backpack demonstrably meets every size limit. Your fare, total weight and the airline’s current rules also matter.

The right carry-on bag starts with your trip. For a short business visit with an overnight stay, a separate laptop compartment and room for a change of clothes are particularly useful. On a city break, comfortable back padding, adjustable shoulder straps and a main compartment you can pack neatly make the difference.

Compare the empty backpack’s weight as well as its features. A lighter backpack leaves more of your allowance for the contents, while leather, padding and sturdy fittings add weight of their own. Consider what matters on your journeys. A wide opening helps at the hotel; an accessible outer pocket keeps travel documents close to hand. If you want a travel backpack for flying and everyday use, choose a size you will also enjoy carrying at your destination.

There is no single cabin-bag size that applies to every airline and fare. Distinguish between a small personal item and a larger carry-on bag for the overhead locker. These commonly used limits help you compare your options. Every dimension of your packed backpack must stay within the relevant allowance:

Ryanair: small personal bag: 40 × 30 × 20 cm; large cabin bag: 55 × 40 × 20 cm, up to 10 kg, with Priority & 2 Cabin Bags.

Lufthansa: small personal item: 40 × 30 × 15 cm; large cabin bag: 55 × 40 × 23 cm, up to 8 kg, depending on your fare.

easyJet: small cabin bag: 45 × 36 × 20 cm, up to 15 kg; large cabin bag: 56 × 45 × 25 cm, up to 15 kg, with the appropriate booking.

Wizz Air: small personal bag: 40 × 30 × 20 cm, up to 10 kg; large cabin bag: 55 × 40 × 23 cm, up to 10 kg, with WIZZ Priority.

Eurowings: small personal bag: 40 × 30 × 25 cm; large cabin bag: 55 × 40 × 23 cm, up to 8 kg, depending on your fare.

Air France: small personal item: 40 × 30 × 15 cm; large cabin bag: 55 × 35 × 25 cm, depending on your fare; weight allowance depends on travel class.

Ryanair’s small bag must not exceed 40 × 30 × 20 cm. Its large cabin bag can measure up to 55 × 40 × 20 cm and goes in the overhead locker when you have booked Priority. Armando, Arthur in leather and Antonio exceed the small-bag allowance at their standard dimensions; they are options for the larger allowance with the appropriate booking. Armando and Antonio fit within easyJet’s underseat dimensions. On Lufthansa short- and medium-haul flights, Economy Basic generally includes only a personal item. A larger cabin bag may measure up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm and weigh up to 8 kg. These limits also apply to each large cabin bag in Premium Economy; the permitted number depends on travel class and fare.

Wizz Air includes a small bag free of charge; an additional large cabin backpack requires WIZZ Priority. In Air France Economy, the large cabin bag and small personal item together may weigh up to 12 kg. Whether a large cabin bag is included depends on your fare and any status benefits. Many airlines charge extra for it on their lowest basic fares.

As of October 2026. Before every flight, check your airline’s current rules and your booked fare. Refer to the official information from Ryanair, Lufthansa, easyJet, Wizz Air, Eurowings and Air France.

Litres help you compare capacity, but do not determine whether a bag is allowed on board. Antonio offers 20 litres of space. A 22-litre backpack such as Armando can be enough for an overnight stay if you pack thoughtfully. With 28 litres, there is more room for clothing and devices. What fits also depends on your shoes, the season and the shape of your belongings.

Arthur’s rolltop expands its capacity from 28 to around 36 litres. This extra space is useful on the road, but does not automatically comply with cabin dimensions. Measure the height, width and depth after packing. Allow for filled outer pockets, handles and protruding items as required by your airline. Even a soft backpack must fit inside the prescribed baggage sizer.

Dale has a reference capacity of 50 litres and a rolltop that allows a variable volume of 40 to 60 litres. It measures 55 × 34 × 27 cm and reaches 65 cm in height when unrolled. However, its stated depth of 27 cm exceeds the cabin limits of 20 to 25 cm listed here. Packing less does not prove that the size is suitable: the measured packed dimensions are what count.

When your workplace travels with you, a clear layout makes a difference. Armando keeps your computer separate from the rest of your belongings in an independently accessible padded compartment. The main compartment opens like a small suitcase. Its trolley sleeve is useful when you also travel with a wheeled case.

Arthur in leather combines a rear suitcase-style opening with a padded laptop compartment. The front organiser keeps your charger, cables, mouse and pens in order. You can reach clothing and devices without unpacking everything from the top.

Antonio adds a padded compartment for laptops up to 16 inches. It measures 26 × 36 × 2.5 cm and sits inside the main compartment, without separate access. A trolley sleeve makes it easier to carry with a wheeled suitcase. Dale has no laptop compartment; its large rolltop main compartment is designed for travel and sport.

The indication of up to 17 inches for Armando and Arthur is a guide. Always compare your device’s external dimensions, including its sleeve, with the compartment: 28 × 36 × 3 cm in Armando and 28 × 40 × 2.5 cm in Arthur. Whether your notebook is 15 or 17 inches, the size of its casing matters. In an upright orientation, Arthur’s compartment measures 40 × 28 × 2.5 cm. Explore more models in our laptop backpacks collection.

Armando and Antonio have a refined, understated appearance in full-grain cowhide. Arthur’s buffalo leather has a more pronounced natural texture and develops an individual patina with use. These models suit journeys that move between office, station and hotel. Explore our business backpacks as well.

Dale gets its distinctive character from waxed canvas and substantial leather panels. These materials suit a relaxed travel style and are crafted through many manual production steps. Find out more about how our bags are made.

Water-repellent means protection against light moisture, not waterproofing. In prolonged rain, your backpack and sensitive contents need extra protection. Leather can be treated with a suitable protective product. Follow the relevant care and cleaning instructions.

Armando – for short business trips

With 22 litres, a suitcase-style opening and a separate notebook compartment, Armando is a compact choice for one or two days. Its clean leather silhouette suits a client meeting as well as dinner after arrival.

Arthur in leather – organised technology, travel character

If you appreciate buffalo leather and an organised interior, Arthur combines both with room for clothing. The front tech compartment keeps accessories at hand, while the large rear opening makes packing easier.

Antonio – light and understated on the move

Antonio combines 20 litres of space with a weight of 1.2 kg and a padded laptop compartment for devices up to 16 inches. At 45 × 31.5 × 15 cm, it is a slim alternative for short trips. Full-grain cowhide, a classic zip opening and a trolley sleeve suit an easy transition between everyday life, work and travel.

Dale – generous space in a duffel-style backpack

Dale is made for travel and sport: 50 litres as a reference figure, a variable capacity of 40 to 60 litres and a large rolltop main compartment without a laptop sleeve. This waxed-canvas backpack weighs 1.75 kg and measures 55 × 34 × 27 cm, reaching 65 cm in height when unrolled. Only plan to take it into the cabin once its actual packed dimensions match your booking’s allowance.