Icelandair Power Bank Rules 2026
You can take up to 2 power banks of up to 100 Wh, in carry-on only. In-flight use: not recommended under the ICAO rule.
At a glance
Capacity
Up to 100 Wh (≈ 27,000 mAh)Allowed
100–160 WhWith approval
We couldn’t find this on the Icelandair website; check with the airline.
Over 160 WhNot allowed
Rules
Power banks per passengerup to 2 (ICAO rule)
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Use and charge in flightPlease check
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Checked baggageNot allowed
What else matters
Where to keep itSpare batteries including power banks must be carried in carry-on baggage only; lithium-ion up to 100 Wh (max 20 spare batteries per person), 100-160 Wh max two spare batteries in carry-on only.
Capacity markingKeep the capacity (Wh, or mAh and V) readable on the case so staff can check it.
Over the limitIt will be taken at security: power banks may not go in checked baggage.
Codeshares and connectionsThe rules of the airline that operates the flight apply. With a connection, follow the strictest one.
SourceOfficial Icelandair rule ↗ · reviewed on 16 October 2026
Questions about Icelandair and power banks
How many power banks can I take on Icelandair?
Icelandair allows up to 2 power banks per passenger, in carry-on baggage only.
What is the Icelandair power bank capacity limit?
Up to 100 Wh without asking. From 100 to 160 Wh only with the airline’s prior approval. Over 160 Wh is not accepted.
Can I use or charge a power bank on an Icelandair flight?
Using it in flight: not addressed in the readable document.. Charging the power bank itself on board: no separate airline rule; under the ICAO rule it is not allowed.
Can I put a power bank in checked baggage on Icelandair?
No. Power banks are spare lithium batteries and travel in the cabin only.
