Yes — perfume and cologne are allowed in carry-on bags in bottles of 3.4 oz (100 ml) or less that fit in your quart-sized liquids bag. Full-size bottles belong in checked baggage. Solid perfume and fragrance wipes are not liquids and have no size limit.
You can bring Perfume / Cologne in your carry-on bag, but certain conditions apply. It is also allowed in checked baggage without restrictions. Perfume / Cologne is allowed with conditions in carry-on bags — 3.4 oz (100ml) or less, in quart-sized bag. Fragrance bottles must meet the 3-1-1 liquids rule for carry-on. Larger bottles should go in checked baggage. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Perfume / eau de parfum, 3.4 oz or less | Allowed in quart bag | Allowed |
| Perfume bottle over 3.4 oz | Not allowed | Allowed |
| Solid perfume balm | Allowed, no limit | Allowed |
| Fragrance wipes | Allowed, no limit | Allowed |
| Aerosol body spray | Conditions apply | Allowed |
Items in the liquids, gels, and aerosols category are subject to the TSA 3-1-1 rule. Each container must hold 3.4 ounces (100 ml) or less, all containers must fit inside one quart-sized clear plastic bag, and each passenger is limited to one bag. Exceptions exist for medically necessary liquids, baby formula, and breast milk.
Yes, in a bottle of 3.4 oz (100 ml) or less that fits with your other liquids in one quart-sized clear bag. Larger bottles must travel in checked baggage.
Yes. Because fragrance is alcohol-based, checked baggage allows up to 68 fl oz of flammable liquids total with no single container over 17 fl oz. Wrap glass bottles to prevent breakage.
Perfume bought past security can be carried onto your flight regardless of size. On a connecting itinerary it may be re-screened, so keep the receipt and the sealed bag if one is provided.
Perfume / Cologne is allowed in carry-on bags with conditions. 3.4 oz (100ml) or less, in quart-sized bag. Make sure to comply with all requirements before arriving at the checkpoint.
Yes, Perfume / Cologne is allowed in checked baggage. Pack it securely to prevent damage.
Perfume / Cologne 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 Perfume / Cologne. Check the customs rules of your destination before packing.