Electric curling irons, flat irons, and hair straighteners are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags with no size limit. Cordless butane-powered styling irons are allowed only in carry-on, with the safety cover on and no spare gas cartridges.
Curling Iron / Flat Iron is allowed in both carry-on and checked bags when flying within the United States. Curling Iron / Flat Iron is allowed in carry-on bags — Must be cool; butane-powered requires approval. Electric curling irons and flat irons are allowed. Butane-powered devices may have restrictions. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Electric curling iron / flat iron | Allowed | Allowed |
| Cordless butane styling iron | Conditions apply | Not allowed |
| Spare butane cartridge | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Hair dryer | Allowed | Allowed |
| Hair gel or styling cream | Conditions apply | Allowed |
Electronic devices and batteries have specific TSA screening rules. In standard security lanes, laptops and large electronics must be removed from your bag. Lithium batteries under 100 watt-hours are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags when installed in devices, but spare lithium batteries must travel in carry-on luggage.
Yes. Electric curling irons and flat irons are allowed in carry-on and checked bags with no size restriction. Make sure the iron is cool before you pack it.
Yes in carry-on only, with the safety cover installed. They are not permitted in checked baggage, and spare gas cartridges are banned from both bags.
No. The iron itself is not a liquid. Only the styling products you bring with it — gel, spray, mousse — fall under the 3-1-1 rule.
Yes, Curling Iron / Flat Iron is allowed in carry-on bags through TSA security. Note: Must be cool; butane-powered requires approval. No special packaging or declaration is required.
Yes, Curling Iron / Flat Iron is allowed in checked baggage. Pack it securely to prevent damage.
Curling Iron / Flat Iron 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 Curling Iron / Flat Iron. Check the customs rules of your destination before packing.