There are certain rules about which batteries are permitted and how they can be carried.
Packing and quantity
| Type | Quantity | Packing | Do you need Icelandair approval? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spare batteries (including power banks)up to 100Wh | Max 20 per person | Always pack in carry-on baggage. Pack so as to prevent short circuit.* | No |
| Spare batteries (including power banks)between 100Wh and 160Wh | Max 2 per person | Always pack in carry-on baggage. Pack so as to prevent short circuit.* | Yes |
| Electronics with lithium batteriesup to 100Wh | — | Pack in carry-on baggage if possible. May also be in checked baggage. Devices must be turned off. Passenger must ensure the devices do not accidentally activate. | No |
| Electronics with lithium batteriesbetween 100Wh and 160Wh | — | Pack in carry-on baggage if possible. May also be in checked baggage. Devices must be turned off. Passenger must ensure the devices do not accidentally activate. | Yes |
| Mobility aids | — | Detach and separate battery where possible. | Yes |
*The terminals of all spare batteries must be protected from short circuit by enclosing them in their original retail packaging, taping over the terminals, or placing each battery in aseparate plastic bag.
See also the Icelandair reference guide on dangerous goods.
Rules for carry-on baggage
- Lithium batteries can be placed in carry-on baggage, either contained in the equipment or carried as spare batteries.
- Spare lithium batteries must be carried as carry-on baggage and should not be placed in checked baggage. This refers to batteries used for laptops and/or any spare batteries which can be used for the powering of electronic devices, such as cameras, cellphones, camcorders and power banks.
- Since electronic devices with rechargeable lithium batteries can be a hazardous source of ignition, passengers are asked to pack small devices containing lithium batteries in their carry-on baggage.
- If your carry-on baggage is removed from the cabin and stowed in the hold you must declare any lithium batteries before the bag is moved.
Rules for checked baggage
Passengers are requested to pack lithium batteries in their carry-on baggage, but they are not strictly forbidden in checked baggage as long as the batteries are contained in the equipment. Spare lithium batteries should never be placed in checked baggage.
Damaged, defective or recalled lithium batteries and/or devices
It is forbidden to carry on board an aircraft any damaged, defective or recalled lithium batteries or devices.
If a damaged, defective or recalled battery or device is noticed to have been carried inadvertently on board an aircraft, the passenger concerned must keep the battery or device turned off, protect it from accidental activation (also disabling any features that may turn it on), keep it on their person, and not charge it at any time.
Immediately inform the cabin crew when a device is damaged, becomes hot, produces smoke, is lost, or falls into the seat structure.
