Introduction
The rules on flying with e-cigarettes are constantly changing and adapting with certain considerations to take into account. This article is updated regularly with content accurate as of May 2024.
The use of e-cigarettes on commercial airlines and travelling with your vape kits and ejuice remains the same. Although vaping onboard any airline remains prohibited, the majority of countries still welcome vaping, especially throughout Europe. When it comes to purchasing vape supplies and vaping in public, it’s recommended to check with your destination country for further guidance.
Can you take a vape on a plane?
Vape kits and vaping accessories are allowed to be taken onboard commercial aircraft although for the majority you’ll be required to keep these on your person in your carry-on luggage. E-cigarettes much like laptops and other electronics utilise lithium batteries which cannot be stored in the hold of a plane due to fire hazards.
You can expect to keep your device in the cabin with you (carry-on luggage), not your checked luggage. Your device should be separated from any pods or tanks with them as it will be counted as a battery and has to be stored safely.
Can you take ejuice on a plane?
Much like other ejuice, you are permitted to take onboard ejuice, although please note that the same regulations apply. Your carry-on-luggage must only contain a limit of 100mls in any variety of ejuice, including ejuice. For this reason, it’s important to highlight that if you’re planning on taking various other toiletries on board with you then you will have little allowance left to take onboard any larger shortfill ejuice.
Do I need to empty my tank before flying?
Before going through security, you should ensure that any component attached to your battery is separated. You do not have to empty your tank, although this will have to be included within your declared ejuice. It’s also advisable to empty your tank anyway as air pressure on the plane can cause your tank or pod to leak.
How do you take a disposable vape on a plane?
Travelling with a disposable vape kit has the same restrictions as any other vape kit however there are many benefits to flying with this type of device. Firstly, disposable e-cigarettes are light and compact making them much easier to travel with. With a disposable being a sealed unit, there is no need to separate a tank or battery.
Due to risk of electrical fire you must not take disposable vapes in your checked in luggage, you must only carry disposable vapes in your hand luggage (in a resealable plastic bag).
Can I vape on a plane?
Unfortunately, vaping is not permitted on any commercial airline. Many airlines now have specific instructions within their pre-flight notices highlighting vaping restrictions. Although there are many lower powered vape devices available such as certain pod kits, don’t think that vaping discreetly will be okay.
Although e-cigarettes are prohibited on aircraft, there is an exception when it comes to the Ryanair. The airline allow the use of the smokeless cigarettes they sell on board, however according to reviews and comments, they are most likely not as good as your current set up, although will provide you with the nic you may be craving whilst flying with Ryanair.
What happens if you vape on a plane?
Even though you may be tempted to vape discreetly onboard an aircraft, airlines such as Qatar Airways have been known to arrest and imprison travellers for vaping on their flights. Even though you will be most likely warned to stop using your e-cigarette device first; vaping, much like smoking is not worth the fines or possible jail time for a quick nic fix.
Can you vape in an airport?
Vaping in airports seems to have tightened up over recent years. For the most part, it’s widely accepted to vape within designated smoking areas if the terminal/airport you’re travelling from provides one. These designated areas are mostly signposted and within an outdoor setting although indoor areas are becoming more popular with airports over recent years.