Quick Answer
⚠️ Honey is considered a liquid/gel by TSA.
✅ In carry-on, containers must be 3.4 oz (100 ml) or smaller inside your quart-sized liquids bag.
✅ Larger jars are only allowed in checked luggage.
✈️ Honey in candy, snacks, or baked goods is allowed without restriction.
Details
- Carry-on:
- TSA classifies honey as a liquid/gel.
- Containers must be ≤ 3.4 oz (100 ml) to go in your quart bag.
- Larger jars are not allowed in carry-on, even if half empty.
- Checked luggage:
- Any size jar or bottle of honey is allowed.
- Glass jars should be packed carefully to avoid breakage.
- Honey in food:
- Candy, granola bars, and baked goods containing honey are considered solid foods and are unrestricted.
- International flights:
- Many countries restrict fresh honey due to agricultural import laws. Always declare honey when crossing borders.
TSA Honey Rules Summary
| Item | Carry-On | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Honey ≤ 3.4 oz | ✅ Allowed (quart bag) | ✅ Allowed |
| Honey > 3.4 oz | ❌ Not allowed | ✅ Allowed |
| Honey in snacks/baked goods | ✅ Allowed | ✅ Allowed |
Gotchas / Common Issues
- ✈️ Container size counts: A half-used 12 oz jar still counts as 12 oz → not allowed in carry-on.
- ✈️ Glass jar risk: Protect jars in checked luggage with bubble wrap or sealable bags.
- ✈️ Customs restrictions: Fresh honey is often banned from entering other countries. Declare it to avoid fines.
- ✈️ Alternative: Buy small travel-size honey packets (≤ 3.4 oz) for carry-on.