Aer Lingus power bank rules
What Aer Lingus’s own page says about power banks, checked 22 October 2026.
The rules
- Limited to a maximum of two per person
- Must not exceed 100 Wh
- Must not be used or charged during the flight
- Must not be stowed in overhead compartments; keep it on your person or in the seat area so it stays observable
- Spare batteries must be protected against contact with other metal items and carried in hand baggage
| Using it on board | Must not be used during the flight |
|---|---|
| Charging the power bank | Must not be charged during the flight |
| Where to keep it | On your person or in the seat area, where it stays observable; not in overhead compartments |
Source: aerlingus.com, checked 22 October 2026. Rules can change and can differ on codeshare flights, so check with the airline that operates your flight.
Common sizes on Aer Lingus
| Power bank | Wh | One power bank |
|---|---|---|
| 10,000 mAh at 3.7 V | 37.0 Wh | Allowed |
| 20,000 mAh at 3.7 V | 74.0 Wh | Allowed |
| 27,000 mAh at 3.7 V | 99.9 Wh | Allowed |
| 40,000 mAh at 3.7 V | 148.0 Wh | Not allowed |
Wh = mAh ÷ 1000 × V. We show 3.7 V as an example; use the voltage printed on yours. Check yours with the calculator →
Aer Lingus cabin bag size
Packing your hand luggage too? See the Aer Lingus cabin bag size and weight allowance, or check your bag against 36 airlines with the cabin bag checker.
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