💼 Cabin bag
Yes
Permitted. Must be cool and unplugged when packed.
✈️ Hold (checked)
Yes
Permitted without restriction.
💡 Tip: Compact travel irons are allowed in both carry-on and checked baggage — ensure it is cool and unplugged before packing.
Airline-specific rules
🇺🇸American AirlinesStandard dry travel irons are permitted in cabin or hold; steam irons with water reservoirs are allowed but empty the water first.
🇬🇧British AirwaysTravel irons permitted in checked baggage; steam irons should have water emptied before packing.
🇮🇪RyanairTravel irons are accepted in hold baggage; ensure steam irons are fully empty of water.
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