Can you take food onto Jet2 flights?

The Jet2 website states: You may not bring hot food or hot drinks onboard the aircraft. However, we do offer a great selection of food and drinks to purchase during your flight.



Yes, you are generally permitted to bring your own food onto Jet2 flights in 2026, but with several high-priority restrictions. Following updated safety and comfort policies, Jet2 strictly prohibits bringing hot food or hot drinks onto the aircraft. This includes items like takeaway burgers, pizzas, or coffee purchased in the terminal. The airline allows cold snacks such as sandwiches, salads, fruit, and crisps. However, a major 2026 caveat for UK-EU travel is the ban on meat and dairy products crossing borders. If you are flying from the UK to an EU destination (like Spain or Greece), any sandwiches containing ham, cheese, or butter may be confiscated at customs upon arrival, even if they were allowed on the plane. To avoid issues, travelers are encouraged to buy food "airside" after security or stick to plant-based/vegan snacks which typically pass through international agricultural checkpoints without incident.

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Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible.

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Yes, you may pack food in your carry-on or checked bag, but remember all food must undergo x-ray screening. Foods that are liquids, gels, or aerosols must comply with the 3-1-1 liquids rule. TSA officers make the final decision on whether certain items are permitted into the secured areas of the airport.

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Jet2 passengers are permitted to carry one piece of hand baggage on board their flight. A maximum weight of 10kg applies and it must be no bigger than 56 x 45 x 25cm.

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Jet2 has a fairly reasonable baggage allowance for passengers compared with other competition airlines, such as the strict Ryanair baggage rules. However, Jet2 passengers still need to follow weight and size restrictions and can be caught out by fees if they exceed their designated cabin and hold luggage allowance.

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Jet2 Cabin Baggage A maximum weight of 10kg applies and it must be no bigger than 56 x 45 x 25cm. If your cabin baggage exceeds these dimensions or weighs in excess of 10kg, it will be checked in as hold baggage for which there will be an additional charge.

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Foods you can't pack in your carry-on
Think: creamy cheeses, liquid chocolate, liquid coffee, creamy dips and spreads, gravy, honey, hummus, ice cream, jam, jelly, juice, syrup, peanut butter, salad dressing, sauce, salsa, soda, soup and yogurt.

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Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible.

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Each passenger may carry liquids, gels and aerosols in travel-size containers that are 3.4 ounces or100 milliliters. Each passenger is limited to one quart-size bag of liquids, gels and aerosols.

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Yes, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will allow you to bring sandwiches through airport security in your carry-on baggage. If the sandwiches aren't already pre-packaged, they should be wrapped or placed in a resealable bag or container with a secure lid.

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Checked Bags: Yes
Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible.

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It is important that you declare any food products that you are bringing in from outside the EU. If you are unsure about any of the food products you are bringing in, speak to a Customs Officer in the red channel or on the red point phone.

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Food. You can carry cakes, fruit, vegetables, sandwiches and all solid foods in your hand baggage. However, foods in sauces or with a high liquid content (such as sauces, pastes, soups and stews) cannot come through security. The size of container must not exceed 100ml, regardless of the amount contained inside.

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Tip #2: Reduce waste and save some money by bringing a reusable water bottle. So you can't bring H20 or any other liquids more than 3.4 oz. (well there are some exceptions) through security, but you CAN bring an empty bottle. Just fill it up on your way to boarding your flight after screening.

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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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Is toothpaste considered a liquid by the TSA? Yes, toothpaste must adhere to the 3-1-1 rule for liquids and gels. Toothpaste can be brought through TSA security in your carry-on as long as it is 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less and placed in a 1-quart bag.

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Explosives and flammable items, such as fireworks, gas, and aerosols. Poisonous and toxic substances, including pesticides and certain chemicals. Lithium batteries and other hazardous materials, as these can pose a safety risk if not handled properly.

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Yes, solid food is allowed through TSA security in any amount. If the item is considered a liquid, paste, cream, gel, or aerosol, it is still allowed, but must be smaller than 3.4 ounces. Otherwise, you'll be required to check the item or throw it out.

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Checked Bags: Yes
Passengers flying from Hawaii, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands to the U.S. mainland cannot take most fresh fruits and vegetables due to the risk of spreading invasive plant pests. For more prohibited items, please go to the 'What Can I Bring?'

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You can take all plug-in phone chargers with you in your carry-on or checked bags with ease as they do not contain any form of battery and, therefore, do not present any danger. Typically, you will not be able to use this type of charger onboard as most airplanes do not have power sockets.

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The Jet2 website advises passengers: Our check-in desks generally open at least two hours 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time - see the check-in opening times at your airport. Please arrive at the airport in good time, as our check-in desks will close 40 minutes before your scheduled departure time.

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