can i carry a pc on an airplane

[Anas Dweik]

Hi guys. 

Can I bring my desktop computer as check-in baggage on a flight?

 

[aaradorn]

Not as check it, it's too big. Try calling your airline company and just ask the question to them, you might be able to make a special arrangement with them.

[GoldenLag]

i mean. if it fits the requirements you should be able to. 

 

but most desktops are a tad large for it to fit. also im pretty shure they wouldnt like you bringing watercooling in

[Jurrunio]

If it's an mITX machine in a proper mITX case (not chopped down ATX case) then why not? But if it's a big desktop it's probably safer to take the system apart.

[porina]

The size and weight limits are probably the biggest problem. Security might ask you a load of questions. Watercooling would probably need to be drained to comply with liquid rules.

[dgsddfgdfhgs]

make sure no "oversized" portable battery included.

remember to stuff clothings inside.

[kilgore_T]

 

 

[duncannah]

Might be easier to mail it

[Pi31415]

take all the parts out and put them in your bag, and ship the case on its own

[matt-fr]

7 minutes ago, Pi31415 said:

take all the parts out and put them in your bag, and ship the case on its own

This. Depending on the price of the case and the shipping, it would be maybe cheaper to buy a new case.

[Anas Dweik]

19 hours ago, duncannah said:

Might be easier to mail it

I can't, it cost alot, and they don't mail electronic stuff 

[dgsddfgdfhgs]

6 minutes ago, Anas Dweik said:

I can't, it cost alot, and they don't mail electronic stuff 

say goodbye to case & PSU, 

all other parts are small and easy to carry around

[Quinten Verhelst]

Normally every airline has a policy regarding "special cargo" mostly used for skies and other sports equipement. You can always ask though

[Talldata]

If it´s a Small form factor and doesn´t weight too much, it´s fine.

I´ve done it a few times just got a few Glaring looks at why i´m bringing a Pc, but no problems.

[GreenGreened]

Please delete.

Edited September 30, 2022 by GreenGreened

[Mira Yurizaki]

On 2/26/2019 at 1:02 AM, Anas Dweik said:

Hi guys. 

Can I bring my desktop computer as check-in baggage on a flight?

Yes. Though you have to make sure it can handle the abuse of being tossed around. Luggage handlers couldn't care less about all the "Fragile" and "This way up" stickers if you put any on the packaging because they have a schedule to keep.

 

If you want to carry it on, then it depends on the size of the PC. But it's likely the weight limit of 10kg/22lbs will be exceeded before the size will.

[Jessticle5]

Check the airline website for the allowed carry on size/ weight and weigh your computer and measure beforehand. I have personally flown with my tower multiple times and i've never gotten a second look other than young TSA employees asking my specs. I personally use a Fractal Design Meshify C it is exactly the size allowed on every airline i've checked it allows up to a full size Atx motherboard with good cooling options as well! Good luck!