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Traveling with your PAP device

Sep 25, 2023

Using a CPAP? No problem – Take that cruise or visit that beach.

You may think that your sleep therapy needs to limit how and when you travel to your favorite places and that’s not necessarily true. In fact, with some basic preparation, you can stay comforatable and relaxed with little or no disruption to your plans. So get ready and get going.

Flight

1. Pack your machine, mask, and any extra supplies in a carry-on bag.

  • Make sure to completely empty the water chamber to prevent damage to the internal components of the device
  • Do not check your PAP machine with your luggage
  • Most US airlines do not count your PAP device as carry-on luggage
  • Always check airline policies
  • When traveling outside of North America, don’t forget to bring an international power adaptor

2. Clearly identify your PAP bag with a luggage tag, ribbon, etc…

Cruise

PAP Cleaning Schedule