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Ryanair & Aer Lingus Power Bank Limits (2025)
Check instantly whether your power bank is allowed on Irish airlines.
Both Ryanair and Aer Lingus follow the same international safety rule —
power banks must be carried in hand luggage only and must not exceed 100 Wh (≈ 26 800 mAh at 3.7 V).
Allowed Power Bank Sizes
| Capacity (mAh) | Approx Wh | Ryanair | Aer Lingus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 000 mAh | ≈ 18.5 Wh | ✅ Allowed – carry-on only | ✅ Allowed – carry-on only |
| 10 000 mAh | ≈ 37 Wh | ✅ Allowed – carry-on only | ✅ Allowed – carry-on only |
| 20 000 mAh | ≈ 74 Wh | ✅ Allowed – carry-on only | ✅ Allowed – carry-on only |
| 26 800 mAh | ≈ 99 Wh | ✅ Maximum limit (≤ 100 Wh) | ✅ Maximum limit (≤ 100 Wh) |
| 30 000 mAh | ≈ 111 Wh | ❌ Not allowed – over 100 Wh limit | ❌ Not allowed – over 100 Wh limit |
| 40 000 mAh | ≈ 148 Wh | ❌ Not allowed – over 100 Wh limit | ❌ Not allowed – over 100 Wh limit |
| 50 000 mAh + | ≈ 185 Wh + | ❌ Not allowed – over 100 Wh limit | ❌ Not allowed – over 100 Wh limit |
Summary:
Power banks up to 26 800 mAh (≈ 100 Wh) are airline-safe for both Ryanair and Aer Lingus when carried in your hand luggage.
Anything above that (> 100 Wh) is ❌ not accepted on either airline.
Important Notes
- Carry-on only rule: Power banks are not permitted in checked baggage.
- Label required: Security may refuse unlabelled or unrated batteries.
- Aer Lingus limit: Maximum 4 spare batteries ≤ 100 Wh per passenger.
- No approval path: Neither Ryanair nor Aer Lingus accept power banks > 100 Wh.
- Sources: Aer Lingus Guide to Dangerous Goods (2025) & Ryanair Safety Guidelines.
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Last updated October 2025 – Based on official Ryanair & Aer Lingus battery policies and IATA safety standards.