Updated 6 Nov 2026
Quick answer
Yes, in your carry-on only. How many: 2 (within 5 spare batteries in total). Maximum size: Not stated (over 160 Wh never allowed). On board: Cannot be used to charge devices or plugged into onboard power.
Source: Virgin Atlantic official page, checked 6 Nov 2026
2 (within 5 spare batteries in total)
Source: Virgin Atlantic, checked 6 Nov 2026
Not stated (over 160 Wh never allowed)
Source: Virgin Atlantic, checked 6 Nov 2026
Cannot be used to charge devices or plugged into onboard power
Source: Virgin Atlantic, checked 6 Nov 2026
Accessible; not in overhead lockers
Source: Virgin Atlantic, checked 6 Nov 2026
Virgin Atlantic does not state a watt-hour limit on its page. The international rule allows up to 100 Wh, and 100-160 Wh only with airline approval.
Source: Virgin Atlantic official page, checked 6 Nov 2026
Yes, under the international 100 Wh limit. A typical 20,000 mAh power bank at 3.7 V is 74 Wh (20,000 × 3.7 ÷ 1,000). Check the Wh printed on yours.
Source: Virgin Atlantic official page, checked 6 Nov 2026
Only with airline approval under the international rule. A typical 30,000 mAh power bank at 3.7 V is 111 Wh, which is over 100 Wh.
Source: Virgin Atlantic official page, checked 6 Nov 2026
No. Power banks are banned in checked bags on every airline, including bags checked at the gate. Take it out and carry it in the cabin.
Source: IATA guidance on the ICAO rule, checked 6 Nov 2026
Wh = mAh × volts ÷ 1,000. Most power banks use 3.7 V cells. The last column applies Virgin Atlantic's rule.
| Capacity | Watt-hours at 3.7 V | Allowed on Virgin Atlantic? |
|---|---|---|
| 10,000 mAh | 37 Wh | Yes, under the international 100 Wh limit |
| 20,000 mAh | 74 Wh | Yes, under the international 100 Wh limit |
| 26,800 mAh | 99.2 Wh | Yes, under the international 100 Wh limit |
| 30,000 mAh | 111 Wh | Only with airline approval under the international rule |
Source: FAA PackSafe: lithium batteries, checked 6 Nov 2026