Yes — you can fly with alcohol. Bottles between 24% and 70% ABV are limited to 5 liters per person in checked baggage, and anything above 70% ABV is prohibited entirely. In carry-on, alcohol follows the 3-1-1 rule unless it is sealed duty-free.
Alcohol (Checked Bag) is allowed in both carry-on and checked bags, but conditions apply to both. Alcohol (Checked Bag) is allowed with conditions in carry-on bags — Mini bottles (3.4 oz) allowed in quart bag. Alcohol (Checked Bag) is allowed with conditions in checked baggage — Up to 5 liters of 24-70% alcohol. Alcohol over 70% ABV is prohibited. Between 24-70% ABV, up to 5 liters per person in checked bags. TSA officers have the final say on what is allowed through the checkpoint. If you are unsure, check the TSA website or ask an officer at the airport.
| Item | Carry-on | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Beer / wine under 24% ABV | 3.4 oz containers only | No TSA volume limit |
| Spirits 24-70% ABV | 3.4 oz containers only | Up to 5 liters, retail packaging |
| Over 70% ABV (140 proof) | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Duty-free, sealed tamper-evident bag | Allowed with receipt | Allowed |
| Mini bottles 3.4 oz or less | Allowed in quart bag | Allowed |
TSA generally allows solid food items in both carry-on and checked bags. However, foods with a spreadable, pourable, or gel-like consistency are classified as liquids and must follow the 3-1-1 rule. Frozen foods are allowed but may be subject to additional screening.
Five liters per passenger for drinks between 24% and 70% ABV, in unopened retail packaging. Beer and wine under 24% ABV have no TSA limit, and anything over 70% ABV is banned.
Only in containers of 3.4 oz (100ml) or less inside your quart-size liquids bag, or as duty-free alcohol still sealed in a tamper-evident bag with the receipt from that day.
No. Federal rules allow only alcohol served by the flight crew to be consumed on board, even if you carried your own bottle through the checkpoint.
Alcohol (Checked Bag) is allowed in carry-on bags with conditions. Mini bottles (3.4 oz) allowed in quart bag. Make sure to comply with all requirements before arriving at the checkpoint.
Alcohol (Checked Bag) is allowed in checked baggage with conditions. Up to 5 liters of 24-70% alcohol.
Alcohol (Checked Bag) is generally permitted, but a TSA officer may inspect it further. You might be asked to remove it from your bag for separate screening.
TSA rules apply at U.S. airports regardless of destination. However, your arrival country may have different import regulations for Alcohol (Checked Bag). Check the customs rules of your destination before packing.