The list below represents our top picks for the best carry-on backpacks in 2025.

What size backpack is best for travel? There's no one-size-fits-all ... for daylong excursions or to carry on the plane while most of your stuff goes in a separate suitcase – a 20-liter (5.3 ...

But with so many options on the market, how do you find the perfect travel backpack? We’ve rounded up the best backpacks for air travel that strike the ideal balance between functionality ...

Even though much of my job as a travel writer involves testing suitcases, I usually prefer to fly with a carry-on backpack when I have the choice. You just can’t beat the sense of freedom that ...

The best crossbody bags for travel are roomy and secure enough to store everyday essentials without weighing you down. Here ...

We test the best travel backpacks for comfort, durability and ease of packing ... Many budget airlines like Ryanair and easyJet are quite restrictive with their baggage allowances and baggage ...

We tested backpacks with kids aged 3 to 18 years old and picked the best bags for upcoming trips. Anna Popp is a New York-based associate editor at Travel + Leisure, covering all of the best ...

We love a laptop backpack that's ... keep our laptops safe during travel. Anna Popp is a New York-based associate editor at Travel + Leisure, covering all of the best travel products, from luggage ...