Short answer: yes—but only in your carry-on. Do not put disposable vapes (or any e-cigarettes) in checked luggage. These devices contain lithium batteries that must remain in the cabin. You also cannot use or charge a vape on the aircraft.
The quick rules
- Carry-on only. Keep disposable vapes and all e-cigs in your hand luggage or on your person.
- No vaping or charging onboard. Using or charging a vape on the plane is prohibited.
- Liquids follow the 100 mL rule. Each bottle must be 100 mL (3.4 oz) or less and fit inside your 1-litre clear liquids bag. Larger bottles belong in checked baggage.
- Prevent accidental activation. Turn devices off, engage any lock feature, and keep them protected so the button can’t be pressed.
Why “carry-on only” everywhere?
It’s a battery-safety standard. If a lithium battery malfunctions, cabin crew can respond quickly; that’s not possible in the cargo hold. So airports and airlines require vape devices to stay with you.
What Canadian travellers should know
- Screening (Canada): E-cigs are allowed in carry-on. E-liquids must be in containers of 100 mL or less.
- Transiting the U.S. or flying U.S. carriers: Same core rules—carry-on only, prevent accidental activation, never charge onboard.
- International flights: Most countries align with the carry-on rule, but some restrict or ban vaping products entirely. Always check your airline and destination.
Airport and in-flight tips
- Before security: Move all vape devices to your carry-on or pockets. Lock the device and use a case if you have one.
- Liquids: Keep e-liquids and prefilled pods ≤100 mL in your liquids bag. Seal bottles well—pressure changes can cause leaks.
- On board: Do not vape or charge. Keep your device off and stowed.
Pre-flight checklist (copy this)
- All vape devices → carry-on only (none in checked).
- Power off/lock the device; use caps or a case to prevent firing.
- E-liquid containers ≤100 mL in your liquids bag; larger ones into checked baggage.
- Bring essentials only—some airlines limit the number of devices/batteries.
- Never charge a vape on the aircraft.
Common gotchas
- Packed it in checked by mistake? Remove it before bag drop or at the counter; airlines may refuse the bag.
- Leaking pod/tank? Keep devices upright, don’t overfill, and store bottles in a zip bag.
- Destination restrictions? Laws vary widely; confirm your arrival country’s rules to avoid confiscation or fines.
Bottom line
You can fly with a disposable vape if it’s in your carry-on, switched off, and not used or charged in flight. Keep any e-liquid at 100 mL or less in your liquids bag, and double-check airline and destination rules—especially for international trips.
