Medical

Can I bring medicine on a plane?

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

🇺🇸 United States (TSA)

Carry-on
Yes
Checked bag
Yes

Strongly recommended in carry-on. Pills allowed in any quantity. Liquid medication exempt from 3-1-1 rule — declare at checkpoint. Original labeled containers recommended but not required by TSA.

🇪🇺 European Union (EASA)

Carry-on
Yes
Checked bag
Yes

Allowed in both; carry-on recommended. Liquid medication exempt from 100 ml limit but you should carry proof (prescription or doctor's note). Declare at security.

🇬🇧 United Kingdom (CAA)

Carry-on
Yes
Checked bag
Yes

Allowed in both. Essential liquid medicines over 100 ml allowed in cabin with supporting documentation (prescription/letter).

Also known as: medication, pills, prescription, drugs, tablets
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