Yes, in 2026, you can take tobacco products—including cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, and chewing tobacco—through airport security in both carry-on and checked bags. TSA and international security agencies do not classify tobacco as a prohibited item for safety reasons. You are generally not required to remove it from your bag during screening unless it is a large, bulky container (like a humidor) that might obstruct the X-ray view. However, there are strict age and quantity limits to consider. In the U.S., you must be at least 21 to legally possess tobacco. For international travel, most countries allow a "duty-free" allowance of 200 cigarettes (one carton) per adult; if you exceed this limit, you must declare it to customs and pay the required taxes, or risk fines and confiscation. It is also vital to remember that while you can carry tobacco, smoking and vaping are strictly prohibited inside nearly all airport terminals and on all commercial aircraft worldwide.