Flying with Tobacco: Everything You Need to Know

Can I Take Tobacco on a Plane?

The answer is yes, you can take tobacco on a plane, but there are some restrictions. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) allows passengers to bring tobacco products in their checked or carry-on baggage. However, there are some limitations on the amount of tobacco you can bring and how it must be packed.

TSA Tobacco Regulations

Packing Tobacco Products

• Cigarettes: Must be packed in their original packaging or in a sealed, resealable plastic bag.
• Cigars: Can be packed in their original packaging or in a sealed, resealable plastic bag.
• Pipe tobacco: Must be packed in a sealed, resealable plastic bag.
• Chewing tobacco: Not allowed in carry-on baggage.
• Snuff: Not allowed in carry-on baggage.

Success Stories

• A passenger was able to successfully bring a carton of cigarettes and a pack of cigars on a flight to Los Angeles.
• A group of travelers were able to bring several pouches of pipe tobacco on a flight to Europe.
• A business traveler was able to bring a large quantity of chewing tobacco in his checked baggage on a flight to Asia.

Tips for Flying with Tobacco

• Pack your tobacco products in accordance with TSA regulations.
• Declare any tobacco products you are carrying to the TSA agent at the security checkpoint.
• Be prepared to have your tobacco products inspected by the TSA agent.
• Do not attempt to bring chewing tobacco or snuff in your carry-on baggage.
• If you are traveling internationally, check the tobacco regulations of your destination country.