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What food can I pack for a long flight?

Best Non-Perishable Snacks for The Plane
  • Raw Nuts.
  • Seeds (Pumpkin or Sunflower)
  • Unsweetened Dry Fruit.
  • Raw Trail Mix.
  • Healthy Protein Bars.
  • Fresh Fruit (apples, bananas, oranges)
  • Berries (strawberries, blueberries)
  • Celery Sticks.




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Here's a quick list of some of the best food to pack to enjoy at high altitudes whether you have a sweet tooth or prefer savoury treats.
  • Dark chocolate and snack bars.
  • Turkey or beef jerky.
  • Crackers and bread sticks.
  • Dried fruit like dried apricots, banana chips, raisins etc.
  • Veg based sushi.


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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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You may absolutely bring your own food, as long as it meets the airline's standards. Of course, long-haul flights tend to be a little stricter compared to European flights, but most airlines allow you to take food on the plane with no problem.

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You may transport this item in carry-on or checked bags. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane.

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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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The reason why water is not allowed through airport security is that there are some explosive chemical liquids such as nitroglycerine, that are indistinguishable from water when looked at.

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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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Firearms, ammunition, and fireworks are prohibited, as are all knives and safety razors (including pocket knives and Swiss Army knives). Straight razors and replacement blades for straight razors are also not allowed. Most tools also cannot be packed in carry-on luggage, as they have the potential to cause harm.

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Alcohol between 24 and 70% is limited to 5 liters (1.3 gallons) per passenger and must be placed in your checked luggage, in its original unopened packaging. You may bring small alcohol bottles in your carry-on but they must not exceed 3.4 oz/100 ml.

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TSA-approved snacks and meals
  • Sliced veggies with a (smaller than 3.4 ounce) container of hummus.
  • Protein bars.
  • Dried fruits and nuts.
  • DIY charcuterie box (with hard, not creamy, cheeses)
  • Muffins and pastries.
  • Beef or mushroom jerky.
  • Popcorn.
  • Whole wheat crackers.


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In and out of the icebox, you'll want to keep your provisions organized. Stash room-temperature snacks in a sturdy box or tub to protect them from getting buried or smashed. Minimize waste and spills by packing snacks like nuts, cookies, and crackers into reusable silicone zip-top bags.

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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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The reason why water is not allowed through airport security is that there are some explosive chemical liquids such as nitroglycerine, that are indistinguishable from water when looked at.

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There are many restrictions when it comes to bringing fruit on a plane. Some can be found at the airport, and others are enforced by the airline. Any type of fruit that has been peeled or cut is prohibited. This includes fruits such as apples, pears, oranges and bananas.

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Because the TSA considers the nut spread a liquid, plane passengers must limit the amount they bring in their carry-ons. Like all other liquids, passengers are limited to 3.4 oz or less of peanut butter in their carry-on bag, but can also put the snack in their checked baggage.

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You can bring your medication in pill or solid form in unlimited amounts as long as it is screened. You can travel with your medication in both carry-on and checked baggage. It's highly recommended you place these items in your carry-on in the event that you need immediate access.

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Solid foods, including peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, are allowed in carry-on bags with no quantity limitations or packing requirements, the TSA Twitter account replied.

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Because the TSA considers the nut spread a liquid, plane passengers must limit the amount they bring in their carry-ons. Like all other liquids, passengers are limited to 3.4 oz or less of peanut butter in their carry-on bag, but can also put the snack in their checked baggage.

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