CPAP and Air Travel
You don’t have to stop traveling because you have sleep apnea., Also, stopping your sleep therapy while you’re traveling can lead to setbacks. Here’s how to travel with your sleep apnea equipment and keep your love of exploring alive.
How to fly more easily with your CPAP machine.
The Transportation Safety Administration allows you to take your CPAP machine through security checkpoints. Here’s how:
Important!
If you are questioned about your CPAP machine, it states that it is “medical equipment” and “suitable for airline use” on the bottom of every Philips machine.
Traveling internationally
If you’re heading outside of the United States, be sure to bring the proper power adapter or cord. Some countries use different electric currents and outlets. Using the wrong current without an adapter can damage your machine.
“Wherever I go, CPAP comes with me.”
Worried about traveling with your device? See what experienced users say about traveling.
Need a travel case?
A travel case is available for your Philips Respironics mask and device.
