Can I take oxygen on my flight?

Medical Oxygen Cylinders
Medical oxygen cylinders are permitted under these conditions:

• Maximum weight: 5 kg per cylinder
• Maximum quantity: 5 cylinders per passenger
• Required documentation: Doctor's letter stating medical necessity
• Advance notification: Must inform TUI Airways at time of booking
• Safety requirement: Valves must be protected from damage

Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POCs)
POCs are electronic devices that provide oxygen-enriched air and can be used as an alternative to cylinders.

Approved POCs

• Can be used throughout the entire flight, including take-off and landing
• Must be on TUI Airways' approved device list
• Require a doctor's letter confirming medical necessity
• Must have sufficient battery life for the entire journey plus delays

Non-Approved POCs
Can be transported only if:

• Not used at any time during the flight
• Empty and free of pressure
• Battery is removed and packaged separately OR
• Has recessed battery terminals that cannot contact metal objects

Prohibited Oxygen Equipment

• Liquid oxygen systems are strictly prohibited on all TUI Airways flights
• Oxygen equipment for recreational purposes (e.g., scuba diving) is not permitted
• Empty recreational oxygen cylinders may be transported as checked baggage

Contact Information
To verify approved POC models or notify us about your oxygen needs:

1. Contact the TUI Airways Assisted Travel Team at 0800 145 6920
2. Contact at least 48 hours before your flight