Do electronics go in checked luggage?


Do electronics go in checked luggage? While you can pack expensive, fragile electronics items in checked or carry-on bags, we recommend packing them in your carry-on.


What electronic components are allowed in checked luggage?

Most consumer personal electronic devices containing batteries are allowed in carry-on and checked baggage, including but not limited to cell phones, smart phones, data loggers, PDAs, electronic games, tablets, laptop computers, cameras, camcorders, watches, calculators, etc.


Can I put laptop in checked baggage?

The good news is, yes, you can. Your laptop is considered a personal electronic device, and most airlines are perfectly fine with you bringing it along in addition to your cabin baggage.


Are electronic devices allowed in hand luggage?

Cell phones, cell phone battery charging cases, laptops, cameras, smart phones, electronics, data loggers, PDAs containing lithium batteries, games, tablets, watches, etc. Devices containing lithium metal or lithium ion batteries (laptops, smartphones, tablets, etc.) should be carried in carry-on baggage.


What are the rules for electronics at the airport?

Remove personal electronic devices larger than a cell phone from your carry-on bag and place them into a bin with nothing placed on or under them for X-ray screening. (E.g. laptops, tablets, e-readers and handheld game consoles.) Remember to check the bins and collect all belongings after going through screening.


Where do I put electrical items when flying?

Devices containing lithium metal or lithium ion batteries should be carried in carry-on baggage. Most other consumer devices containing batteries are allowed in carry-on and checked baggage. For more information to portable electronic devices, see the FAA regulations.


Which items are not allowed in flight?

Corrosives such as acids, alkalis, mercury and wet cell batteries and apparatus containing mercury. Explosives, munitions, fireworks and flares, ammunition including blank cartridges, handguns, fire works, pistol caps.


Do airlines scan checked bags for lithium batteries?

Checked Bags: No Spare (uninstalled) lithium ion and lithium metal batteries, including power banks and cell phone battery charging cases, must be carried in carry-on baggage only.


What electronics are banned on airlines?

TSA said any electronic device larger than a cellphone will not be allowed on carry-on luggage. These include: laptops, tablets, e-readers, cameras, DVD players, electronic game units larger than a smartphone, printers and scanners.


Do airports scan luggage for lithium batteries?

A: The bags are scanned for security, not specifically for lithium batteries. If you leave a lithium battery in your bag it will travel with you. It is safer for the battery to be in the cabin so that if a thermal runaway occurs the cabin crew can deal with it.


What is not allowed in checked baggage?

Firearms and ammunition, as well as any replicas or imitations. Explosives and flammable items, such as fireworks, gas, and aerosols. Poisonous and toxic substances, including pesticides and certain chemicals. Lithium batteries and other hazardous materials, as these can pose a safety risk if not handled properly.


Can I put iPad in checked luggage?

Laptops, tablets and iPads are not considered threats; hence passengers can take them onto planes without worry. You can either pack your iPad in a carry-on bag or checked baggage – don't forget that loose lithium batteries cannot be put into the latter though.


Do airlines check laptop bag weight?

Most airlines consider your laptop bag as a personal item, and as long as it fits under the seat in front, you're golden. But remember, even though it's a “personal item,” it's not your “personal gym.” Avoid overpacking it like a Thanksgiving turkey.


What happens if you have a lithium battery in checked luggage?

Lithium batteries can catch fire
While not all batteries are prohibited in checked luggage, lithium batteries are considered hazardous and should not be packed in checked bags. If a lithium battery overheats and catches fire inside the cargo hold, the fire can quickly spread and become difficult to control.