Quick rules for flying with plants in carry-on and checked baggage. Verdicts and conditions across the major aviation regions below.
Domestic: generally allowed (except to/from Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam — agricultural restrictions). International: most countries require phytosanitary certificates or ban live plants entirely.
Most countries ban personal import of live plants. Chile, Argentina, Brazil, and Peru have strict phytosanitary controls. Permits required even for cuttings or dried flowers. Confiscation at customs is routine.