Is it okay to travel with cheese?


Is it okay to travel with cheese? ~ Blocks of cheese, shredded cheese and cheese curds can go in either your carry-on luggage or your checked baggage, whichever works better for you. The great news is that you can bring as much cheese as you can fit in your bags! Trust us when we say that the Green Bay airport TSA agents will not be surprised.


Can I freeze cheese for travel?

Vacuum sealing can preserve a cheese for up to two months, and the parchment/foil method will keep the cheese for one month, says Windsor. If using a freezer bag, you should try and thaw the cheese after two weeks of storage.


Can I bring a block of cheese in my carry-on?

Flying with cheese Let's start with what the TSA has to say… ~ Blocks of cheese, shredded cheese and cheese curds can go in either your carry-on luggage or your checked baggage, whichever works better for you. The great news is that you can bring as much cheese as you can fit in your bags!


How do you store cheese in a suitcase?

Keep cheese in its original wrapper and place it in the coolest, darkest area possible. This is likely your checked suitcase if you're flying.


Why is cheese not allowed on plane?

Creamy and spreadable cheeses fall under the TSA's “3-1-1 liquids rule”, which requires that all liquids and gels in your carry-on luggage be stored in 3.4-ounce or smaller containers — all of which must fit into one quart-sized plastic bag.


What food Cannot be taken on a plane?

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.


Can you bring cheese through TSA security?

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.