Smoking Items TSA Rules: What You Can Bring on a Plane

TSA has specific rules for lighters, matches, vapes, and other smoking-related items. Some are banned entirely from aircraft.

6 items in this category with TSA carry-on and checked bag rules.

All Smoking Items Items

• Safety Matches — Carry-on: Conditions Apply, Checked: Not Allowed
• Lighter (Disposable) — Carry-on: Conditions Apply, Checked: Not Allowed
• Torch Lighter / Jet Lighter — Carry-on: Not Allowed, Checked: Not Allowed
• Vape Pen / E-Cigarette — Carry-on: Conditions Apply, Checked: Not Allowed
• Vape Juice / E-Liquid — Carry-on: Conditions Apply, Checked: Allowed
• Cigar Cutter — Carry-on: Allowed, Checked: Allowed

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring a lighter on a plane?

One disposable or Zippo-type lighter is allowed on your person or in carry-on. Torch lighters are prohibited.

Can I bring a vape pen through airport security?

Yes, vape pens must be in carry-on only due to lithium battery rules. They are prohibited in checked luggage.

Are matches allowed on planes?

One book of safety matches is allowed on your person. Strike-anywhere matches are completely prohibited.