Global flight baggage guide
Can I bring a power bank on a plane?
Keep spare lithium batteries and power banks in the cabin, protected from short circuit. Airline limits still apply.
Scope
Global aviation safety baseline; your operating airline and departure airport can impose stricter rules.
Before-you-fly checklist
- 1Find the Wh rating on the battery, not just mAh.
- 2Keep it in carry-on baggage with terminals protected.
- 3Check the operating airline before a connecting flight.
Reviewed: 2026-09-09
Official sources
Rules vary by airline and route
Always verify important restrictions with your airline and the official security authority before departure.