And remember: There are some items you can't carry on board; for eg, tweezers, nail scissors, corkscrews. Make sure you're well aware of the prohibited items list opens in new window, and that you can do without these things on your trip.
While most everyday items such as scissors, nail clippers, and tweezers are allowed, there are other simple items that are prohibited. You definitely won't be cracking open the wine on board as corkscrews are not allowed in hand luggage.
You can still travel comfortably with just hand luggage, however, as personal items such as nail clippers, tweezers, umbrellas and walking aids are a-okay.
Containers larger than 100 millilitres or 100 grams, even if only partially-filled, containing liquids, aerosols or gels will not be allowed through the security screening point. For example, a 200 gram toothpaste tube that is half-full will not be permitted.
According to the TSA, scissors with blades that are less than 4 inches in length are allowed in carry-on bags. If scissors are packed in your carry-on, they must be less than 4 inches from the pivot point.
But TSA doesn't allow packing sharp objects in hand baggage because some of them could be used as potential weapons. So some special types of tweezers might be prohibited if they have sharp, pointy ends. For example, point tweezers have a sharp, almost needle-like tip because they're meant for removing ingrown hair.
Looking for a mid-flight manicure? Nail clippers, nail-trimming scissors and cuticle cutters are totally fine in your carry-on bag.
Since toothpaste is considered a liquid, paste, or gel by the TSA, most of us toss those tiny one-ounce tubes in our carry-on bags. However, if you want to ditch the hard-to-recycle packaging, consider toothpaste tablets, an ecofriendly alternative that's not subject to the 3-1-1 rule.
Aerosol cans (except limited quantities of personal care items that are 3.4 ounces or less), butane, fuels, gasoline, gas torches, lighter fluid, strike-anywhere matches, flammable paints, turpentine, paint thinner, arc lighters, plasma lighters, electronic lighters, E-lighters, and replicas of incendiaries cannot be ...
Knitting and crochet needles; Pointed metal nail files (including nail clippers); Corkscrews; and. Racquets used in squash, tennis, badminton or any other sport.
Do not pack you portable charger (power pack) in hold luggage: Taking your portable phone charger (power pack) on a plane is fine, but just remember to pack it in your hand luggage. Do not put them in your hold luggage as this is not permitted and could result in your luggage not being loaded.
TSA classifies both solid deodorant and lipstick as solids. Neither needs to go in your liquids bag.
Regular razors, which do not require batteries, can be brought in either checked or hand luggage, depending on your preferences. However, you must carry battery-powered shavers (with built-in or detachable batteries) in your hand baggage.
Wet wipes are solids (although damp ones at that) so they don't fall under the restrictions on gels, liquids and aerosols. I've always carried a pack of the antibacterial ones in my carry on. I don't put them in my ziplock bag (as they need to be readily accessible) and never had any problems.
Safety Razors: Because the razor blades are so easy to remove, safety razors are not permitted in your carry-on luggage with the blade. They're fine to pack in your carry-on without the blade. The blades must be stored in your checked luggage. The same applies for straight razors.
Aerosols and roll on deodorants are classed as liquids, so any containers larger than 100 ml will need to go in your luggage in the hold. Containers smaller than 100 ml are accepted if in a clear plastic bag.
The TSA allows you to bring medication in either your carry-on or checked bag. However, it is a good idea to keep all medications in yourcarry-on baggage. This is especially true if you are on certain medicines with a strict medication schedule or you need medicines like nitroglycerin tablets to treat angina episodes.
The security staff at the airport will have them opened from time to time so that they can take a look inside. Please note that your hand luggage cannot not exceed the standard dimensions of 55 x 40 x 20 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9 in). You cannot take larger items into the aircraft cabin.
Make sure you know exactly what is considered a liquid before you go as some may surprise you. Mascara is considered a liquid, as is anything deemed 'spreadable. ' Also keep in mind that sharp objects, like razors, might be subject to restrictions.
Disposable razors, replacement blades, and electric razors can go in either your carry-on or checked baggage; if you have a safety or straight razor, you can pack it in your carry-on — but you must remove the blades first and pack them in one of your checked bags.
Deodorants and antiperspirants come in many different forms, some of which are easier to travel with than others. For example, classic stick deodorant doesn't have any limitations, so you're free to pack whatever size you want. Liquids and semi-liquids, on the other hand, are subject to restrictions.
In general, you may place your knitting needles and needlepoint tools in carry-on or checked baggage. Circular thread cutters or any other cutter or needlepoint tools that contain blades must be placed in checked baggage. You are permitted to keep scissors smaller than 4 inches in your carry-on baggage.
Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags within the continental United States. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible.
In short, the 3-1-1 rule is: Each liquid you bring through the TSA checkpoint must be in a 3.4-ounce or smaller container ("3"), all containers must be placed inside one clear quart-size plastic bag ("1") and each passenger is only allowed one plastic bag ("1").