JanSport Odyssey Backpack vs Ortlieb Messenger-Bag
The JanSport Odyssey Backpack is 39L and 1.3kg2.9lb; the Ortlieb Messenger-Bag is 39L and 1.3kg2.9lb. They weigh the same. The JanSport Odyssey Backpack costs $55 less. The JanSport Odyssey Backpack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Ortlieb Messenger-Bag fits 18; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | JanSport Odyssey Backpack | Ortlieb Messenger-Bag |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $110Best | $165 |
| Volume | 39L | 39L |
| Weight | 1.3kg2.9lb | 1.3kg2.9lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100%Best | 50% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 48×35×18cm19×14×7in | 50×39×15.5cm19.5×15.5×6in |
| Laptop | 15" | n/a |
| Compartments | 3 | n/a |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | n/a |
| Compression straps | 2 | n/a |
| Opening | n/a | Roll-top, roll closure |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 5 years |
| Organizer | Yes | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | No | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Hideable | Yes |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | Yes |
| Material | n/a | PVC-coated polyester (pd620), PVC-coated Cordura (ps620c) |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | JanSport Odyssey Backpack | Ortlieb Messenger-Bag |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air France | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| AirAsia | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Alaska Airlines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| American Airlines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Avianca | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Cebu Pacific | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Delta Air Lines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Emirates | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Gol Linhas Aereas | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| IndiGo | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| JetBlue Airways | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| KLM | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| LATAM Airlines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Qantas | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Qatar Airways | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| United Airlines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Vietjet Air | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| WestJet | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
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Specs come from each brand's own product page. Fit uses listed dimensions in any orientation. How we score carry-on fit.