Backpacks & messenger bags

Messenger bags and backpacks: IKEA quality on the go

Backpack or shoulder bag? Why not both – take it anywhere. Our messenger bags and backpacks make life on the move much easier. From smart backpacks in the cabin‑size format for your flights to roomy business backpacks with space for your laptop, stationery and more: here you will find storage that comes with you. Perhaps as a lightweight hiking backpack for your next trip into nature, as a versatile backpack for bike tours or as a bag that carries your notebook to the café round the corner. Either way, our messenger bags and backpacks are made for the great outdoors and the urban jungle, for work and for play. Which carry solution will you sling over your shoulder?

The key features and benefits of our messenger bags and backpacks at a glance (depending on the model):

• Plenty of space: A generous main compartment and clever internal organisation keep everything tidy and make it easy to store your laptop, bottle, umbrella and everyday essentials. Available for example with 12 or 24 litres of capacity.
• Comfortable to carry: Padded, adjustable shoulder straps relieve pressure on your back and increase comfort, even on longer journeys or with a full load.
• Water‑repellent materials: The bags protect your belongings in bad weather – perfect for everyday life, the school run, free time and outdoor activities.
• Practical details: Padded laptop compartment, detachable or stowable shoulder straps, external key straps and easily accessible side and front pockets for quick access.
• Flexible use: IKEA bags and backpacks are designed to be universal – ready to use as a classic backpack, business companion, leisure or hiking backpack and even as a shoulder or tote bag.
• Hard‑wearing: Durable fabrics and robust construction are ready to accompany you wherever you go.
• More sustainability: Many models are made from at least 90% recycled polyester.

Looking for a backpack you can also wear as a shoulder bag? Want a messenger bag you can quickly turn into a business backpack? Here you will find practical, flexible solutions for everyday life. Discover our messenger bags and backpacks now.

Whether bike or school backpack from IKEA: they can handle it

With our backpacks, staying organised on the go is easy. There is room for everything: from your laptop and snacks to pens and notebooks – thanks to clearly structured internal pockets, your belongings stay both tidy and well protected. A helmet, travel mug or shoes can also be stored practically in or on your backpack, separate from the rest. The perfect bike backpack for commuters who are out and about in town or the surrounding countryside every day? Absolutely. But not just for them: our backpacks are also ideal for pupils (recommended from 14 years). There is space for books, stationery, lunch and more. And a simple black backpack looks great too.

Handy bonus: you can use our backpacks as a messenger bag, shoulder bag or classic backpack whenever you like. Whatever the day brings, you are ready.

Our messenger bags, backpacks and more pull their weight in everyday life

Our messenger bags and backpacks come with you – to the supermarket, the lake, the mountains or all the way round the world. At IKEA you will find these and many more everyday companions. From cool bags and moving supplies to trolleys for your home: whenever there is something to carry, we are there. And when there is nothing to transport, you can store your IKEA messenger bags, moving boxes or freezer bags in no time – for example on our wall storage or in handy shelving units for the basement or the garage.