Can I bring it?
Can I Bring a Laptop on a Plane?
Can I bring laptop on a plane?
Rule at a glance
Laptop baggage decision
- Carry-on
- Allowed
- Keep accessible for security screening
- Checked baggage
- Review the official item rule
- Power off fully and protect from damage
- Scope
- This answer is based on published guidance from U.S. Federal Aviation Administration. It addresses departure-security screening; your airline, transit point and destination country can apply additional restrictions.
Send this rule directly to the person you are travelling with.
Why?
Portable electronic devices with installed lithium batteries may be carried on. When checked, they should be completely powered off and protected from accidental activation and damage.
Estimated packing weight: about 1400 g each · editable in My Bag
Before you fly
- 1Check the departure-security rule and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration source again before travel.
- 2Check the item’s components, sharp parts, battery and fuel status.
- 3Also check your operating airline’s baggage policy and destination import rules.
Official source
U.S. Federal Aviation Administration
Last verified · Sep 2026
Rules vary by airline and route
Always verify important restrictions with your airline and the official security authority before departure.Frequently asked questions
Can I bring laptop in carry-on baggage?
Keep accessible for security screening
Can I pack laptop in checked baggage?
Power off fully and protect from damage
Should I put my laptop in checked baggage?
A laptop may be accepted when fully powered off and protected, but carrying it in the cabin keeps it accessible and reduces damage risk.