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Thule Aion Travel Backpack 40L
#4 Overall travel pack Updated 16 August 2026

Thule Aion Travel Backpack 40L

Carry-on travel pack in durable waxed canvas

THE undig SCORE — 4 SOURCES, UNTANGLED
83
Out of 100

Key characteristics

Capacity
25–45 L
Weight
1.4–2.1 kg
Laptop sleeve
Up to 16"
Material
Nylon / polyester
Weather
Water-resistant
Opening
Clamshell / panel

Highlights

  • 40 L carry-on size with clamshell opening
  • Water-resistant waxed canvas, 100% recycled fabrics
  • Removable roll-top pouch for shoes or dirty kit
  • Padded 16" laptop and tablet sleeves

Our take

A carry-on travel pack from a brand you can actually buy across the EU — Thule's waxed-canvas Aion is tough, well-organised and sustainably made, the sensible replacement for US-only bags.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • + Premium build that shrugs off airport abuse
  • + Comfortable, stowable backpack harness
  • + Smart organisation without feeling bulky
  • + Sustainable materials throughout

Cons

  • Heavier than minimalist travel packs
  • Premium price
  • Limited colour choice locally

Review sources

We aggregate scores from these sources. Each source is weighted by credibility tier.

P
Pack Hacker Lab · Tier A

Recommended

84
W
Wirecutter Lab · Tier A

Also Great

78
T
Tom's Guide Lab · Tier A
83
T
T3 Expert · Tier B
82
How we score

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