Travelling through Gatwick with disposables.

[number6]

Hi all

I have searched but am unable to find much info about travelling with disposables. I want to leave all my gear behind and fly out of Gatwick with enough disposables to last a couple of weeks.

I have read that taking disposables in my hand luggage is not a problem but can't find anything about quantities. I am also unable to find any info on local availability at my destination, so taking enough with me is my preferred option.

I am thinking that 10 should keep me going for the 2 weeks but am nervous about security at the airport. So anyone who has taken disposables away I would be grateful to hear of your experiences. 

Thanks

[VapingBad]

I don't know the answer, but I would be optimistic and put them in the tray with phone, wallet etc when you gp through security. I don't think there are specific rules, but if they object all they would do is take some of them. I flew to Iceland and back from Stanstead recently with 5x18650s, a laptop that has almost the max battery size a billet box, a satnav, phone, rechargeable headphones and 4x60 ml + 3x30 ml bottles of e-liquid and put it all in the tray for the x-rays with no issues at either end. Although I flew out from Ukraine a day before the covid lock down and they confiscated a tiny pair of folding scissors and ceramic tweezers that were a bit sharp in my re-wicking kit, I was not in any trouble they just took them.

Enjoy your trip!!!

[number6]

Jul 26, 2022 21:49:23 GMT VapingBad said:

I don't know the answer, but I would be optimistic and put them in the tray with phone, wallet etc when you gp through security. I don't think there are specific rules, but if they object all they would do is take some of them. I flew to Iceland and back from Stanstead recently with 5x18650s, a laptop that has almost the max battery size a billet box, a satnav, phone, rechargeable headphones and 4x60 ml + 3x30 ml bottles of e-liquid and put it all in the tray for the x-rays with no issues at either end. Although I flew out from Ukraine a day before the covid lock down and they confiscated a tiny pair of folding scissors and ceramic tweezers that were a bit sharp in my re-wicking kit, I was not in any trouble they just took them.

Enjoy your trip!!!

Thanks for the reply. I think this will be the only way to find out for future trips planned. I'll report what happens when I get back. 

[MrDJ]

sooner they ban these things the better

what country are you traveling to? rules are changing almost daily and you may well get through security at our end and then end up with the rubber glove at your destination. check aviation authority of banned countries.

as they contain liquid they will have to go in the clear small sealable plastic bag with all other liquids.

[DripDrop Vapour]

It's always best to phone your airline.
Instead of using disposables though, why not pick up a couple of 10mls and something like a Xros Mini?
£10-£15 for the Xros Mini and £2-£4 for the juices.
Better for the environment and cheaper on your pocket with less to carry

[number6]

Thanks for the replies.

Found the information eventually. The confusion is over terms Ecigs and Batteries. When searching or enquiring direct with airport and airline, the only concern they have about cigs seems to be solely based on stopping people from actually using them in the airport and on planes.

However, the term "batteries" actually covers disposable vapes, therefore they go in hand luggage just like a normal ecig battery. You are allowed up to 20 batteries in your hand luggage.

[number6]

Update: Just to let anyone know that went through security without any issues.