Korean Air 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 allowed.
At a glance
Capacity
Up to 100 Wh (≈ 27,000 mAh)Allowed
100–160 WhWith approval
Over 160 WhNot allowed
Rules
Power banks per passengerup to 2
Use and charge in flightNot allowed
Checked baggageNot allowed
What else matters
Where to keep itOn your person or in the seat pocket, terminals taped or bagged; not overhead
Capacity markingA power bank without a readable capacity may be refused.
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 Korean Air rule ↗ · reviewed on 9 October 2026
Questions about Korean Air and power banks
How many power banks can I take on Korean Air?
Korean Air allows up to 2 power banks per passenger, in carry-on baggage only.
What is the Korean Air 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 Korean Air flight?
Using it in flight: not permitted, except for medical purposes. Charging the power bank itself on board: not allowed.
Can I put a power bank in checked baggage on Korean Air?
No. Power banks are spare lithium batteries and travel in the cabin only.
