Travel & Carry-On Duffel Bags

A duffel bag (or duffle bag) has historically meant a top-entry cylindrical bag. Named after a town in Belgium where the thick cloth that they were made from originated, the original duffle bag was large, made of coarse, woolen cloth, and had a zipper or drawstring to close at the top. The term “duffel bag” has since evolved to include a wide variety of materials, with the bag retaining the same general shape and a zipper that closes to the side.

Today, duffle bags are regularly used for travel, as gym bags, for sports and recreation, camping, hunting, and much more. With new materials that offer waterproof and water-resistant duffle bags, these are go-to options for outdoor enthusiasts.

Modern duffel bags are becoming increasingly popular for business travelers as well. Many business duffels come with sleek designs, laptop pockets, and wheels for easier transport when traveling. Carry-on duffel bags and travel duffel bags with wheels offer sizes and features that make traveling for any business trip that much easier. You can even find duffel backpack options!

Eagle Creek duffel bags, travel duffel bags, duffel backpacks, and duffel bags for men and women are stylish, durable, and come in a variety of sizes and colors to perfectly match your lifestyle. Sizes range from carry-on duffel bags, to large duffel bags, to extra large duffle bags up to 130 liters in volume. Choose from travel duffel bags with wheels or without for whatever your next adventure may be!

Nothing quite matches up to a travel duffel bag for versatility and carrying power on a road trip, a long weekend, or as general travel gear. Pack more and carry longer with the perfect carry-on duffel bag or weekend duffel for you.

Our duffels are available in a wide variety of styles: classic duffel bags, backpack duffels, and even rolling duffels. Each type has its benefits and special features. Classic duffel bags are easy to pack last minute and are soft-sided to fit in any space. They make great carry-on bags if they're small enough. Backpack duffels come with comfy shoulder straps making them easy to carry and take along as a weekender duffel bag. Wheeled duffels have two wheels for toting around your heavier gear but keep the benefits of soft sides to fit into flexible spaces. You can sling your backpack or messenger bag around the handle for easy carry.

Extra large duffle bags offer expandable sides and exterior compression straps meaning you can fill your main compartment and side pockets with toiletries, clothes, shoes, and travel accessories without bursting your bag at the seams. For even more space-saving travel gear, we love to use our compression packing cubes to maximize space use with ease.

Yes, a duffel bag or duffel backpack can be used as a carry-on with any airline! The only consideration is that it must be within the carry-on size and weight requirements posted by the airline company. Weight and size restrictions for duffle bag carry-ons are the same as any other type of bag or luggage option.

When compared to hard-sided suitcases, travel duffel bags are often better to use than other carry-on options. Travel duffles and convertible duffle bags offer easy-to-pack convenience with light weight and more flexible materials than traditional suitcases and luggage. This allows travel duffle bags to easily fit into tight spaces above and below aircraft seating, as well as in vehicles for road trips!

Yes! We offer three types of carry-on duffel bags that each meet the typical size requirement for carry-on items set by most major airlines. Each Eagle Creek carry-on duffel bag has a 40L capacity. Here’s a look at the three types of carry-on duffel bags we offer:

• No Matter What Duffel Bag
• Cargo Hauler Duffel Bag
• Migrate Duffel Bag

Of these three options, the Migrate Duffel Bag is expandable to accommodate a 44L capacity. Each of our carry-on duffel bags is compressible, made with recycled polyester, and backed by our No Matter What® Warranty. Both the Cargo Hauler and Migrate carry-on duffel bags can be converted to backpacks to suit your preferred style of carry, while the No Matter What 40L Duffel Bag features a trolley sleeve to fit over any luggage handle.

You may have to tote your duffel bag around the city or airport, but we never said you couldn't do it in style and comfort. Our bags are available in an array of styles and colors so you can pick the design that suits you best.

Maximize your comfort with soft, adjustable backpack and shoulder straps. Most straps are stowable for easy access without catching on luggage racks. Wear your duffel crossbody, as a backpack, or choose a rolling duffel bag for a more traditional luggage look. When you get tired of carrying your bag, simply set it on the ground and start pulling. Our duffels also have a selection of side pockets and strap points for easy access to small items.

First, prepare the items you plan to pack in your duffel bag. Lay everything out between “must-have” and “maybe” to help visualize what size travel duffel will be needed. Large and extra large duffle bags can range from 90L - 120L and provide ample packing space.

Group clothing by outfits for the day so you don’t have to dig through your duffle to complete an outfit. Roll your clothes to compress items in a tight form and reduce wrinkling. For smaller items, you can use packing aids like compression sacks, packing cubes, and toiletry bags to create even more space and organization in your duffle bag.

Finally, the best way to pack rolling or carry duffel bags is to start with large, bulky items at the bottom of the bag. Line your travel duffle bottom with things like shoes, boxes, laptops in protective cases, etc. Next, load your rolled clothes in packing cubes. Lastly, any larger items that are heavy or awkwardly shaped should go on top. This is particularly important if you are using a duffel backpack.

All of our duffel bags are made out of durable materials and are backed by our No Matter What® Warranty. Luckily, we also make our small and large duffels to last. Water-resistant and water-repellent fabrics are available to protect your things even in rain and snow. Ripstop fabric protects your bags from tears, even in tough situations. Eagle Creek durability can stand up to over-full and heavy packs, rough handling, getting stuffed in the overhead bin, and more. We even offer duffle bags that can be folded up and stowed without losing shape or ripping. Look for more luggage and carry-on options with our selection of backpacks, crossbody bags, and tote bags.