Think Tank Airport Commuter Backpack, 31L, Black

Designed for Maximum Carry Capacity in Carry-On Size

The Airport Backpack series is engineered to transport the maximum amount of photography equipment within carry-on size limits. Constructed from durable materials, these backpacks offer enhanced comfort and intelligent organization to protect your gear while providing quick access to laptops, tablets, and travel essentials. Whether flying internationally or moving between photoshoots, the Airport Backpacks deliver the security, capacity, and reliability trusted by traveling photographers.

Airport Commuter 31L

Designed to meet most domestic and international carry-on requirements, the Airport Commuter™ 31L is a versatile, spacious backpack tailored for traveling photographers. It accommodates camera bodies with grips and larger lens kits, including an attached 400 mm f/2.8 lens. Its balanced dimensions and space-maximizing design now include a full-width divider that separates the main compartment into camera gear and personal items, offering greater versatility for travel luggage.

Main Features

• Complies with most international and US carry-on size regulations
• Lockable YKK RC Fuse zippers and integrated cable lock ensure equipment security
• Fits up to a 16-inch MacBook Pro and a 10-inch tablet
• New daily organization with a larger front pocket featuring an organizer and key leash
• Rear laptop access allows quick removal of laptops, tablets, or documents when the bag is turned forward (except Airport Essentials rolling backpack, which has a front laptop compartment)
• Expanded side storage with two zippered pockets for increased capacity for water bottles, chargers, or other essentials
• Tripod-compatible design with attachment straps above each side pocket
• Dedicated security pocket with cable and lock on the left side (Airport Essentials™ rolling backpack places this feature in the top pocket under the handle)
• New divider system for all sizes
• Full-width divider (Airport Essentials 26L, Airport Commuter 31L, and Airport Essentials rolling backpack) separates gear from personal items
• Three new padded dividers with integrated accessory pockets
• Additional internal storage with zippered mesh pockets in the lid for cables, cards, or batteries
• Multiple carrying options with handles on top, bottom, and both sides for easy grab-and-go
• Easy identification with a visible business card holder on top
• Luggage handle pass-through for easier transport and a new hidden security pocket beneath the pass-through for passport or cash storage (not available on Airport Essentials rolling backpack)
• Elastic waist support with removable stabilizer belt that can be concealed when not needed
• Exclusive to Airport Essentials rolling backpack: retractable bag straps for rough terrain, precisely engineered 80 mm wheels with sealed ABEC 5 bearings for quiet operation, and reinforced telescoping handle with rubberized touch points
• Includes rain cover with hermetically sealed seams
• YKK RC Fuse zipper on the main camera compartment

Updates

• Laptop compartment relocated from front pocket to a new rear zippered pocket for easier access and improved security. Rear laptop access allows the backpack to be turned forward for quick retrieval of documents, laptops, and other items while standing (except Airport Essentials rolling backpack, which retains front laptop compartment).
• Airport Essentials 26L, Airport Commuter 31L, and Airport Essentials Rolling Backpack now feature a full-width internal divider to separate gear from personal items.
• Improved rear panel, shoulder straps, luggage pass-through, and hidden security pocket provide comfort and discretion during travel; Airport Essentials rolling backpack straps smoothly tuck into the rear panel.
• Front pocket now offers more space for personal items and includes an integrated organizer and key leash.
• Two zippered side pockets with attachment straps replace elastic pockets to securely carry tripods or water bottles.
• 200D two-tone diamond ripstop fabric inside adds a modern, premium look, balancing the series' conservative exterior with bold visual energy.
• Refined silhouette with 420D nylon mini ripstop, 1260D polyester ballistic fabric, and 600D polyester for a smoother, contemporary appearance.

Capacity

• Holds 2 camera bodies with lenses attached
• Accommodates 3–6 additional lenses and accessories
• Supports lenses up to 400 mm f/2.8
• Fits a 16-inch MacBook Pro and a 10-inch tablet

Examples of Compatible Equipment

• Canon EOS-R1
• Nikon Z9