Can you take food through airport security?

Sandwiches, hard cheese, fruit and snacks pass cabin security without issue. Anything pourable, spreadable or jelly-like is treated as a liquid.

Last updated May 12, 2026 · Reviewed against current airport security guidance

Short answer

Sandwiches, hard cheese, fruit and snacks pass cabin security without issue. Anything pourable, spreadable or jelly-like is treated as a liquid.

General guidance

Rule basis: General airport security guidance — rules can vary between airports and change over time. Confirm with your departure airport before you fly.

What to do: Pack to 100ml per container in a single 1-litre clear bag unless you've confirmed a larger allowance at both your departure airports.

Liquid Limits is a travel planning tool, not an official aviation source. Always confirm with the airport before you travel.

At a glance

Security · Airline · Border

Security

Will this pass the checkpoint?

Check rules

Rules vary by airport — some still enforce 100ml, others now allow 2L containers in CT scanners.

Source: Airport operator pages

Airline

Can this travel in cabin or checked baggage?

Cabin OK

Most airlines defer to airport security on liquids in the cabin.

Border

Can you bring this into the destination country?

Usually OK

Liquids themselves are rarely a customs issue — but contents (alcohol, dairy, CBD) might be.

Three separate rule systems · Any one can stop your item

Solid food — fine

Sandwiches, wraps, fruit (whole, not cut and juicy), hard cheese, cured meats, biscuits, crisps, chocolate, energy bars, sweets.

Treated as liquids

Yoghurt, soup, hummus, jam, honey, Nutella, peanut butter, soft cheese, sauces, olive oil, salad dressing. 100ml-per-container rule applies in the cabin.

International arrivals

Most countries restrict bringing meat, dairy and fresh produce across borders even if security let it through. Check the destination's customs rules before you fly.

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