Lufthansa power bank rules
What Lufthansa’s own page says about power banks, checked 22 October 2026.
The rules
- Maximum of 2 power banks
- Up to 100 Wh; 100–160 Wh needs approval
- Charging and using power banks on board is prohibited, except for approved medical devices
- Not in the overhead bin
- Lufthansa names one banned model: MOBIKINS MK-PB-04
| Using it on board | Not allowed on board (except approved medical devices) |
|---|---|
| Charging the power bank | Not allowed on board |
| Where to keep it | Not in the overhead bin |
Source: lufthansa.com, checked 22 October 2026. Rules can change and can differ on codeshare flights, so check with the airline that operates your flight.
Common sizes on Lufthansa
| Power bank | Wh | One power bank |
|---|---|---|
| 10,000 mAh at 3.7 V | 37.0 Wh | Allowed |
| 20,000 mAh at 3.7 V | 74.0 Wh | Allowed |
| 27,000 mAh at 3.7 V | 99.9 Wh | Allowed |
| 40,000 mAh at 3.7 V | 148.0 Wh | Needs approval |
Wh = mAh ÷ 1000 × V. We show 3.7 V as an example; use the voltage printed on yours. Check yours with the calculator →
Lufthansa cabin bag size
Packing your hand luggage too? See the Lufthansa cabin bag size and weight allowance, or check your bag against 36 airlines with the cabin bag checker.
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