Can airlines legally make you wear a mask?

There is no central body governing air transport to make this decision. Airlines will make their own decisions on mask rules in consultation with their employees and in accordance with local laws and health guidance.



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Most major airlines around the world have dropped mask mandates as of 2023. Some of the biggest airlines that do NOT require masks (except in limited cases where the country of origin or final destination may require it) are: Delta Air Lines.

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Should I still wear a mask on a plane 2023? Yes, CDC recommends travelers wear a mask throughout their travel journey.

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There are no requirements from Ryanair officials that suggest a face mask is required on board - this was one of many Covid rules dropped in 2022.

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Since May 16, face masks are no longer a requirement on flights and in airports in EU countries. Major British airlines, including easyJet and BA, have long dropped their requirement to wear masks on board.

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Both Condor and Lufthansa have announced that they will no longer require masks on planes as of October 1, 2022, with the exception of flights to & from China and India.

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These U.S. airlines do not require masks Alaska Airlines: Masks are optional. Alaska immediately moved to make masks optional on its flights following the April 18 ruling. American Airlines: Masks are optional.

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Mask requirements on other international carriers
  • Aeromexico: Masks are now optional on Aeromexico flights.
  • Air Canada: Canada's national carrier no longer requires face masks on its flights. ...
  • Air New Zealand: Masks are no longer required on Air New Zealand flights unless mandated by the destination country.


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Boarding process Face masks must be worn on some flights. Please check the travel requirements of your destination before you fly. *Face masks must be worn on some flights. Please check the travel requirements of your destination before you fly.

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Face masks are no longer mandatory on most our flights. However, you may still be required to wear one at your destination or during transfers. Airport mask rules also vary by country.

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