Liquids & gels

Can I bring alcohol on a plane?

Quick rules for flying with alcohol in carry-on and checked baggage. Verdicts and conditions across the major aviation regions below.

🇺🇸 United States (TSA)

Carry-on
With limits
Checked bag
With limits

Carry-on: ≤3.4 oz (100 ml) containers in your quart bag. Checked: up to 5 L per passenger if 24–70% ABV (in unopened retail packaging); under 24% ABV is unlimited; over 70% ABV is prohibited.

🇪🇺 European Union (EASA)

Carry-on
With limits
Checked bag
With limits

Carry-on: 100 ml rule. Checked: up to 5 L of 24–70% ABV; under 24% unlimited; over 70% banned. Duty-free in sealed STEB bags is allowed in carry-on.

Also known as: wine, liquor, spirits, beer, whiskey, vodka
⚠️ Airline rules vary and change frequently. This page summarises common guidance — always confirm with your specific airline before flying, especially for international travel.

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