You can pack a standard phone charger (cable and wall adapter) in either your hand luggage or checked suitcase, but portable power banks and spare batteries MUST go in your carry-on (hand luggage) because of fire risk in the cargo hold. Always pack power banks in carry-on and protect their terminals to prevent short circuits.
Don't pack these common items in your checked-in bags
Batteries, portable chargers or power banks that are not installed in a device must be packed safely in carry-on. battery terminals must be protected by tape, retail packaging or individual plastic bags.
Auxiliary batteries, spare lithium-ion batteries (not installed in a device), and power banks must NOT be placed in overhead bins or checked-in baggage. These are only allowed as carry-on items. Store them in a bag that stays with you, in the seat pocket or under the seat in front of you.
Portable chargers or power banks containing a lithium ion battery must be packed in carry-on bags. Spare lithium batteries, which include both power banks and phone chargers, are prohibited in checked luggage.
Charging cables and plug-in adapters don't contain lithium batteries, so they're permitted in both carry-on and checked bags. Most travelers prefer hand luggage for easy access during layovers or flights. Just pack them neatly to avoid delays during security screening.
Types of chargers not allowed on a plane
Other than the 100Wh/27,000mAh rule, the FAA does have some limitations: Power chargers must be for personal use only. Power chargers intended for resale are prohibited. Damaged batteries and chargers are not allowed.
Carry-on baggage only – not permitted in checked luggage.
You must pack power banks and any loose/spare lithium batteries in your cabin bag. If your carry-on is gate-checked (e.g. on a small plane), remove any power banks to keep them with you in the cabin.
Powerbanks must always be transported in hand baggage! If you have a powerbank in your checked baggage, your suitcase may be opened at the security check and the powerbank removed. This is because a powerbank is difficult to check in a suitcase.
You can't bring sharp objects (knives, scissors over 4in), weapons, most tools (hammers, drills), firearms, explosives, flammable liquids/aerosols, large lithium batteries, disabling sprays (pepper spray), or large quantities of liquids (over 100ml) in your carry-on; most hazardous materials and large sporting goods are also banned due to security risks, requiring them to be checked.
If a lithium battery—like a power bank, e-cigarette, or spare battery—is found in your checked luggage, airport security will usually intercept the bag during screening. If you're still landside, you may be called back to remove the item.
Power banks with a capacity of up to 100Wh (approximately 27,000 mAh) are generally allowed in carry-on luggage without requiring any special approval. If the capacity falls between 100Wh and 160Wh, you typically need airline approval before bringing it on board.
Many airlines have banned the use and charging of power banks in-flight due to fire risks, including Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways, EVA Air, Korean Air, Vietnam Airlines, AirAsia, Scoot, China Airlines, Air Busan, and Hong Kong Airlines, though they can usually be carried in carry-on luggage with restrictions. Rules vary, but generally, power banks must be kept in your carry-on, not checked baggage, and cannot be charged or used during the flight, with some enforcing limits on capacity (e.g., under 100Wh).
You can generally take electric and electronic items in your hand or checked baggage, but you need to follow specific safety instructions: Airport security staff may ask you to turn on electronic or battery-powered devices, such as phones, tablets, e-books and laptops, to demonstrate they function.
You can't bring sharp objects (knives, scissors over 4in), weapons, most tools (hammers, drills), firearms, explosives, flammable liquids/aerosols, large lithium batteries, disabling sprays (pepper spray), or large quantities of liquids (over 100ml) in your carry-on; most hazardous materials and large sporting goods are also banned due to security risks, requiring them to be checked.
You can pack many electronics in checked bags if completely off and protected, but spare batteries, power banks, and e-cigarettes are forbidden and must be in carry-on; devices with large lithium batteries (over 160Wh), certain smart bags, and damaged electronics are generally banned from both carry-on and checked bags due to fire risks, so always check your airline's specific rules.
If you need to bring medication with you, please pack it in your cabin bag wherever possible. A letter from your healthcare practitioner is only required If you are bringing any of the following items on board: Liquids that exceed 100ml.
Most airlines let passengers carry power banks in their carry-on luggage, provided they meet specific capacity limits and quantity restrictions. The general rule is that flying with batteries with a capacity of 100 watt-hours (Wh) or less is permitted without special approval.
Yes, you can bring deodorant on a plane. Stick and solid deodorants are allowed in your carry-on luggage without restrictions. Spray, gel and liquid deodorants over 3.4 ounces need to be packed in your checked baggage.
Charging cables (USB cords) and plug-in power adapters for phones do not contain batteries or hazardous components, so they are allowed in both cabin hand luggage and checked baggage.
Key Takeaways: Wall chargers are allowed in both carry-on and checked luggage, while portable chargers (power banks) with lithium-ion batteries must be packed in carry-on bags only due to safety regulations.
You can bring your medication in pill or solid form in unlimited amounts as long as it is screened. You can travel with your medication in both carry-on and checked baggage. It's highly recommended you place these items in your carry-on in the event that you need immediate access.
Can I Pack Chargers in My Carry On? (Adapters & Cables) The short answer is yes. You can bring chargers, including USB cables, power adapters, and charging bricks, in your carry-on luggage. Airport authorities like CATSA, IATA, and EASA allow these items since they don't contain batteries or hazardous materials.
Most airlines allow passengers to bring power banks in their carry-on luggage, but not in checked baggage, due to the risk of fire caused by lithium-ion batteries. The capacity of the power bank is also typically limited to 100 watt-hours or 27,000mAh.
You can't bring sharp objects (knives, scissors over 4in), weapons, most tools (hammers, drills), firearms, explosives, flammable liquids/aerosols, large lithium batteries, disabling sprays (pepper spray), or large quantities of liquids (over 100ml) in your carry-on; most hazardous materials and large sporting goods are also banned due to security risks, requiring them to be checked.