Qantas power bank rules
What Qantas’s own page says about power banks, checked 22 October 2026.
The rules
- Up to two power banks per person, each not exceeding 160 Wh
- Carry-on only; power banks found in checked baggage will be confiscated or disposed of
- Keep them within reach, in your seat pocket or under the seat in front
- Power banks cannot be used or charged during the flight, including via in-seat USB ports
- No more than 20 spare batteries in total per passenger
| Using it on board | Cannot be used during the flight |
|---|---|
| Charging the power bank | Cannot be charged during the flight, including via in-seat USB ports |
| Where to keep it | Within reach, in your seat pocket or under the seat in front |
Source: qantas.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 Qantas
| 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 | Allowed |
Wh = mAh ÷ 1000 × V. We show 3.7 V as an example; use the voltage printed on yours. Check yours with the calculator →
Qantas cabin bag size
Packing your hand luggage too? See the Qantas cabin bag size and weight allowance, or check your bag against 36 airlines with the cabin bag checker.
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