Guide

Yes, you can bring liquids in your carry-on following the TSA 3-1-1 rule: each container ≤3.4 oz (100 ml), all in one clear quart-sized bag.

Yes, one small disposable or Zippo lighter is allowed in carry-on luggage, but torch and jet flame lighters are not allowed in either carry-on or checked bags.

Yes, you can bring one common lighter in your carry-on luggage or on your person, as long as it’s a standard disposable or Zippo type.

Most airlines allow one carry-on bag plus a personal item, such as a laptop bag, as long as it fits under the seat in front of you.

Yes, knives are allowed in checked luggage when properly sheathed or wrapped; all knives are prohibited from carry-on bags.

Yes, you may transport an unloaded handgun in a locked, hard-sided container as checked baggage only.

Yes, frozen solid gel ice packs are allowed in carry-on; partially melted packs must follow the 3-1-1 liquids rule unless they are medically.

Yes, full-size liquid products over 3.4 oz are allowed in checked baggage, as the TSA’s 3-1-1 rule only applies to carry-on luggage.

Yes, most major airlines allow one carry-on bag (hand luggage) and one personal item (like a handbag) onboard.

Yes, you can transport firearms in checked baggage, but they must be unloaded, locked in a hard-sided container.