Short answer: Do not rely on a universal “15 to 20 vapes” allowance. The FAA requires electronic smoking devices to be carried on your person or in carry-on baggage, protected from accidental activation. Airline, destination and international rules can add restrictions. Check the airline and destination before travel.
What to check before packing
- Keep each device in carry-on baggage or on your person; do not place it in checked baggage.
- Prevent accidental activation and protect exposed battery contacts or spare batteries from short circuits.
- Do not use or charge a vape on the aircraft, as the FAA states in its passenger guidance.
- Check separate restrictions for e-liquid, airport security, airline policy and your destination.
About quantity
The earlier version of this article presented 15–20 devices as a practical TSA allowance. That number was not substantiated and has been removed. A large quantity may raise questions about personal use or commercial transport, and carrier policies differ. Contact the airline if your circumstances are unusual.
Frequently asked questions
Can I put disposable vapes in checked baggage?
No. FAA rules require electronic smoking devices in carry-on baggage or on your person.
Can I charge a vape on a plane?
No. FAA passenger guidance says these devices must not be used or charged on board.
Sources: FAA PackSafe pages linked above. Reviewed September 2026.