Food

Can I bring food on a plane?

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

🇺🇸 United States (TSA)

Carry-on
Yes
Checked bag
Yes

Solid food (sandwiches, fruit, cheese, snacks) is allowed in both. Liquid/gel foods (yogurt, peanut butter, soup, jam, sauces) follow the 3-1-1 liquid rule in carry-on.

🇪🇺 European Union (EASA)

Carry-on
With limits
Checked bag
Yes

Solid food fine. Liquids/gels/spreads follow the 100 ml rule. Note: most meat, dairy, fruit, and vegetables are banned from entering the EU from non-EU countries.

🇬🇧 United Kingdom (CAA)

Carry-on
With limits
Checked bag
Yes

Solid food allowed; gels/liquids follow 100 ml rule. Personal imports of meat and dairy from outside the UK are largely restricted.

Also known as: snacks, sandwich, fruit, cheese, chocolate, candy
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