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Your Guide to Flying With Hearing Aids

Flying with hearing aids can be smooth and enjoyable. This guide provides practical tips to keep you connected, comfortable, and confident from takeoff to touchdown.
Published 20/02/2026,
Updated 20/02/2026
2 min read
Reviewed by HearCanada editorial team
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Preparing for Your Flight

What to Do Before Flying With Hearing Aids

As for many other moments in life, preparation is key. Therefore, preparing to fly with hearing aids is no different. To help, we’ve answered some common questions that you might have about wearing hearing aids on planes. 
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Should I Schedule a Pre-Flight Hearing Aid Check?

A quick checkup ensures your devices are clean, performing well, and ready for long travel days. It also provides you with peace of mind, wherever you are travelling. 
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Can I Wear Hearing Aids on a Plane?

Yes, you can absolutely wear hearing aids on a plane. Modern hearing aids are safe for air travel and won't interfere with aircraft systems. Keeping them on helps you stay aware of announcements, communicate with flight attendants clearly, and enjoy in-flight entertainment.
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Modern hearing aids are safe to use on planes and help you stay connected in the air.
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If Travelling Internationally, Should I Pack a Voltage Converter for My Hearing Aid Charger?

 

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It depends on where you are travelling. In the same way that power sockets vary across countries and regions, voltage and frequency also change. While most hearing aid chargers have a voltage converter built in, you should always confirm the voltage range of your charger. You can do this by checking your charger’s label. 
If the range is wide, for example, 100 – 240V, it will cover most regions. If your charger has a limited range, for example, 120V, it’s best to pack a voltage converter to ensure the safety of your hearing aids while charging abroad.

How Should I Pack Hearing Aids on Planes?

Prepare a dedicated kit containing: 

  • Extra batteries, or fully charged power bank or portable charger
  • Cleaning tools and spare wax guards 
  • Protective storage case 
  • Drying kit or dehumidifier 
  • International power adaptor and voltage converter (if required) 
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Travel with confidence by planning ahead.
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Battery Regulations for Air Travel

Can You Take Hearing Aid Batteries on a Plane?

Yes, you can take hearing aid batteries on a plane. This includes: 

  • Disposable zinc-air batteries

    Disposable hearing aid batteries are permitted in carry-on luggage, but it’s important not to stow them in your checked luggage. Pack extra batteries in your carry-on bag and keep them in their original packaging to prevent accidental activation.

  • Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries

    Rechargeable hearing aids with built-in lithium-ion batteries are allowed on planes. Aviation safety guidelines require that external battery chargers and spare lithium-ion batteries travel in carry-on luggage, not checked baggage. 

    Pack your charging case, cables, and any portable power banks in your carry-on bag so you can recharge during layovers or delays. Most hearing aid lithium-ion batteries are well within airline safety limits.

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Navigating Airport Security With Hearing Aids

From airport security to navigating the terminal, these tips are designed to ease pre-departure stress.

During the Flight

Flying With Bluetooth Hearing Aids

If you use Bluetooth-enabled hearing aids, you may need to adjust settings during different parts of the flight. Scenarios may include during takeoff and landing, and when background noise feels overwhelming. Follow these tips:
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Reduce airplane background noise

Aircraft engines create significant background noise. Instead of turning up the volume (which amplifies everything, including engine rumble), lower it slightly and rely on your device's noise reduction features to maintain speech clarity.
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Activate airplane mode for your hearing aids

During takeoff and landing, switch your Bluetooth hearing aids to airplane mode. This turns off streaming but keeps your amplification working normally. Once electronic devices are permitted, you can turn on Bluetooth to stream audio from your phone or tablet.

Do Hearing Aids Connect to Airplane Entertainment Screens?

Most hearing aids don’t connect directly to airplane entertainment screens because the systems do not use open Bluetooth pairing. However, you’ll still have plenty of ways to enjoy entertainment throughout your flight.  

If you want to stream in-flight audio to your hearing aids, you may be able to use a small Bluetooth transmitter that plugs into the headphone jack. These work with many Made for iPhone (MFi), ASHA-compatible Android, or newer LE Audio hearing aids. Some models won’t pair, so check before you travel. 

If streaming isn’t possible, you can wear airline headphones over your hearing aids, turn on captions, or bring your own downloaded entertainment. 

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Even without direct Bluetooth pairing, simple alternatives help you stay comfortable, engaged, and connected during your flight.
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How to Manage Cabin Pressure Changes

It’s important to note that the type of hearing aid and fitting affects how you experience air pressure changes. Swallowing, yawning, or chewing gum can help equalize the pressure.  

If you’re experiencing significant discomfort, try removing your hearing aids to allow pressure to equalize quickly. Removing hearing aids is particularly helpful for people wearing completely-in-the-canal (CIC) or in-the-ear (ITE) models.   

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