Can I bring a Jackery or EcoFlow on a plane?

Most Jackery and EcoFlow models are over 160 Wh and are banned from commercial flights in both carry-on and checked bags. Verify your specific model's watt-hour rating — models under 100 Wh can fly, 100-160 Wh requires airline approval, over 160 Wh is banned.

How do I check if my power station battery is within airline limits?

Look for the Wh (watt-hour) rating printed on the device or in the manual. If the rating is 100 Wh or under, it is allowed in carry-on. 100-160 Wh requires pre-approval from your specific airline. Over 160 Wh cannot fly on commercial aircraft.

Can You Bring a Portable Power Station on a Plane?

The short answer for most popular models: no. Portable power stations from brands like Jackery, EcoFlow, Goal Zero, and Anker SOLIX are essentially very large lithium battery packs. Most models have battery capacities between 300 Wh and 2,000 Wh or more — far exceeding the 160 Wh limit above which lithium batteries are banned from commercial aircraft in both carry-on and checked baggage.

The Battery Capacity Rules

IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, adopted by virtually all commercial airlines worldwide, set the following limits for lithium ion batteries:

Battery capacity	Carry-on	Checked bag
Under 100 Wh	Allowed (no approval needed)	Allowed
100 Wh to 160 Wh	Allowed with airline pre-approval	Allowed with airline pre-approval
Over 160 Wh	Banned	Banned

There are no exceptions to the over-160 Wh ban. These rules apply regardless of airline, route, or country of departure. No amount of packaging or declaration can make an over-160 Wh battery legal on a commercial flight.

Popular Models and Their Status

Banned from all commercial flights (over 160 Wh):

Jackery Explorer 240: 240 Wh — banned
Jackery Explorer 300: 293 Wh — banned
Jackery Explorer 500: 518 Wh — banned
EcoFlow RIVER 2: 256 Wh — banned
EcoFlow DELTA mini: 882 Wh — banned
Goal Zero Yeti 200X: 187 Wh — banned
Anker SOLIX C200: 204 Wh — banned

Requires airline pre-approval (100–160 Wh):

Jackery Explorer 160: 160 Wh — right at the limit; some airlines may approve, some will not; contact your airline before travel

Allowed in carry-on without pre-approval (under 100 Wh):

Goal Zero Sherpa 100 AC: 97.28 Wh — technically within the 100 Wh limit; allowed in carry-on
Small camping power banks and compact battery packs under 100 Wh — allowed

Note: product lines change regularly. Always verify the Wh rating of your specific model and version against the current specifications before you fly, even for models listed as allowed above.

How to Find the Wh Rating

Most portable power stations prominently display the watt-hour rating on the device itself — either on a label on the casing or printed near the battery specifications. Look for a number followed by "Wh" on the unit.

If the rating is not visible on the device, check:

The product manual
The manufacturer's website product page (technical specifications section)
The box the device came in

If the specification is listed in mAh rather than Wh, convert using this formula:

Wh = (mAh × nominal voltage) ÷ 1000

For example: 60,000 mAh at 3.7V = (60,000 × 3.7) ÷ 1000 = 222 Wh — banned from aircraft.

Most portable power stations use lithium ion cells at 3.7V nominal voltage, but some use higher-voltage configurations. Use the manufacturer's stated voltage for accuracy.

What to Do Instead

If you need a power station at your destination and your model exceeds the airline limit, your options are:

Ship it ahead. Ground courier services (FedEx, UPS, DHL) have their own lithium battery regulations, but large power stations can often be shipped as ground cargo with proper documentation. Sea freight is another option for large units. Check the courier's dangerous goods rules before shipping.

Buy or rent at the destination. For longer trips in regions where power stations are common for camping or van life, buying a used unit locally and reselling it before you return can be cost-effective for trips of several weeks or more.

Use solar or 12V car charging. For camping and overlanding trips, a solar panel (which has no battery and can fly) combined with a car 12V outlet at the destination is a common workaround. Many campsites in Europe and North America have electric hookups.

Downsize to a standard power bank. For charging phones, tablets, and laptops, a high-capacity standard power bank under 100 Wh can replace a portable power station for most everyday needs. These are fully allowed in carry-on.

If Your Model Is in the 100–160 Wh Range

Contact your airline directly before travel — not at the airport. Airlines are required to have a process for approving 100–160 Wh batteries, but each airline's approval process differs. Some require a written confirmation or a case number to present at check-in. Arriving at the airport with a 150 Wh power station and no prior approval is a risk — the gate agent may or may not allow it.

The Jackery Explorer 160 (160 Wh) sits exactly at the boundary. This exact threshold can go either way depending on the airline's interpretation — some apply the limit as "up to and including 160 Wh" and approve it; others treat 160 Wh as exceeding the limit. Get written confirmation from your airline if you plan to travel with any device in this range.

Summary

Most portable power stations cannot fly. Check the Wh rating before you travel. If the unit is over 160 Wh, plan to ship it or source it at your destination.