What Is the Maximum Allowed Battery Capacity in Checked Luggage?

Learn the rules for carrying lithium-ion batteries in checked luggage including maximum watt-hour limits.

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Lithium-ion batteries exceeding 100 watt-hours (Wh) are not allowed in checked luggage. Spare lithium-ion batteries under 100 Wh can be carried in carry-on baggage only, with a max of two spares between 101 and 160 Wh, pending airline approval.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I carry spare lithium-ion batteries in checked luggage? No, spare lithium-ion batteries must be carried in carry-on baggage only.
  2. What is the watt-hour limit for lithium-ion batteries? Lithium-ion batteries exceeding 100 watt-hours (Wh) are not allowed in checked luggage.
  3. How many spare batteries can I take on a plane? You can carry a maximum of two spare lithium-ion batteries between 101 and 160 watt-hours, pending airline approval.