Can you bring balls on a plane?

Yes, sports equipment such as footballs, basketballs, tennis balls, baseball balls, and soccer balls are permitted on planes. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) allows these items in both carry-on and checked baggage.



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Squirt guns, Nerf guns, toy swords, or other items that resemble realistic firearms or weapons are prohibited. We recommend emptying water guns, which must follow the 3-1-1 Liquids Rule. Replicas of explosives, such as hand grenades, are prohibited in checked and carry-on baggage.

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Here's what you can't pack in your carry on:
  • Liquids, gels, or pastes in bottles larger than 3.4 ounces (100 ml)
  • Guns and ammunition (including BB guns and cap guns)
  • Stun guns and tasers.
  • Sharp objects (knives, axes, razor blades)
  • Self-defense items (such as pepper spray, brass knuckle, billy clubs)


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You are allowed to bring a quart-sized bag of liquids, aerosols, gels, creams and pastes through the checkpoint. These are limited to 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less per item. This is also known as the 3-1-1 liquids rule.

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Electric razors and razors that have the blade set into a plastic moulding are permitted in carry-on baggage. Razor blades and razors that can be opened and the razor blade removed are permitted in checked baggage only.

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Why are scissors not allowed on planes? The TSA prohibits certain items in carry-on bags to ensure the safety of passengers and airline personnel. Scissors and other sharp objects can be used as a weapon, so they are regulated by the TSA.

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“If you can spill it, spread it, spray it, pump it or pour it,” Ms. Farbstein said, “it is a liquid, gel or aerosol.” This is why a Magic 8 Ball, which is filled with liquid, is not allowed through a T.S.A. checkpoint.

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No more than two individually protected batteries may be carried per person. Batteries must not have a voltage greater than 12 volts and a watt-hour rating of not greater than 100 Wh.

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Dried fruits, nuts, granola bars, cereals, cracker, pretzel and cookies are all good options. Creamy items such as jams, peanut butter and yogurt however, are limited to travel-sized containers that are 3.4 ounces or less per item and will need to fit into a quart-sized bag.

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14 ways to keep your kids entertained on the plane
  1. 01Water colouring book. I love those colouring books that come with one water-marker, because it's simple and less messy. ...
  2. 02Fun for the whole flight. ...
  3. 03Activity book. ...
  4. 04White board markers. ...
  5. 05Stickers. ...
  6. 06Window cling. ...
  7. 07Movies. ...
  8. 08Photo album.


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Changes of clothes: You can never be too prepared—one for you, one for your toddler. Toys: Books, stuffed animals, or simple puzzles are safe bets. Sippy cups: Bringing an empty sippy cup is beneficial if your toddler uses one, as the flight attendant can fill it during drink rounds.

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Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked baggage. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine.

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TSA allows bringing nail clippers on planes. You're allowed to pack them in hand and checked baggage without any packing restrictions. They're considered harmless because the blade on them is too short to successfully be used as a weapon.

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