Can you bring a charger in your hand luggage - See what you can pack

Have you ever been at the airport and wondered where the charger should be: in your suitcase or in your bag by your seat? The rules are basically simple, but they are closely related to whether batteries are involved and how you pack the electronics so that they slide easily through security.

As a regular passenger, you are typically allowed to carry chargers and cables in your carry-on luggage. A “charger” without a built-in battery is usually considered a regular electronic accessory, and can usually also be placed in checked luggage. What often makes the difference in the rules are lithium-ion batteries, because they are handled for safety reasons.

Also, remember that the weight and dimensions of hand luggage vary from airline to airline. Therefore, you may be allowed to bring a charger, but still lack space if your bag is packed tightly.

• Cables
• Wall charger
• Mobile charger
• Adapters

These items are usually straightforward, as long as they are packaged securely and can be presented at check-in if asked.

Power banks are essentially lithium-ion batteries, so they are usually something you need to take with you in the cabin and not in your checked luggage. In many places, the rule of thumb is that power banks under 100 Wh are allowed without prior approval, while 100-160 Wh may require permission from the airline, and there may be a limit on the number of units in the higher category.

If you are unsure about your power bank's Wh, it can often be found on the device itself or calculated from the specifications. It's a good habit to check this before you pack.

Batteries pose different risks than a regular charger. This is why the regulations are often stricter for power banks than for cables and plugs.

When packing your charger and power bank in your hand luggage, it's also about getting through security quickly. It's a good idea to put your charger and cables together so you can easily take them out if security asks. Power banks are often asked to be placed separately in the tray.

A small, practical detail is to roll up the cables and avoid loose ends getting tangled in other things. This makes both control and your own access to power more seamless.

On a trip where your hand luggage needs to accommodate both practical items and electronics, lightweight equipment gives your bag more space. A quick-drying towel, for example, can be a smart companion because it typically takes up less space than many classic alternatives and can be nice to have during stopovers or at your destination. If you want to pack light, a travel towel like the Outdoor towel can be relevant, and some textiles are treated with Polygiene StayFresh technology (a silver-based antibacterial treatment), which is intended to keep the textile fresh for longer and can reduce the need for washing, which also saves water. In addition, many people place importance on avoiding unnecessary packaging when choosing equipment for their bag.

If you want to collect everything in one place, you can also look for small travel accessories and other equipment in the Store , so that you can more easily put together a carry-on bag where chargers, cables and the rest of the contents play well together.