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Can I Bring Lithium Batteries on a Plane?

Here is the practical packing answer for lithium batteries before you get to airport security.

Lithium battery items are usually handled in carry-on, not loose in checked baggage. Protect battery terminals and check airline limits.

3-1-1 Liquids Rule

  • Keep liquid, gel, paste, and aerosol containers at 3.4 oz / 100 ml or less.
  • Place them in one clear quart-sized bag when packing carry-on.
  • Pack larger containers in checked luggage unless an exception applies.

Carry-on

Carry-on rules matter

Checked bag

Checked baggage is usually allowed, but liquids, aerosols, batteries, and fragile items have extra limits.

Before you pack

  • Check the exact carrier and TSA page for special versions of the item.
  • Keep medication, documents, and valuables in carry-on.
  • If a checkpoint officer says no, that decision controls the trip.

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