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💧 Water / Drinks

💼 Cabin bag

Depends

Empty containers are fine through security. Pre-filled bottles over 100ml are not allowed. Beverages bought after security are permitted on board.

✈️ Hold (checked)

Yes

Any sealed drink can be packed in checked baggage.

💡 Tip: Bring an empty bottle through security and fill it at a water fountain after the checkpoint. Most large airports have free water stations airside.

Airline-specific rules

🌍All airlinesSealed bottled water purchased before security cannot be taken through; buy after security or carry an empty bottle to fill post-security.
🇮🇪RyanairNo bottled water through security; water can be purchased airside or in-flight.

Based on official TSA guidelines. Rules vary by airline and route — always verify with your carrier before travel. · Rules last verified May 2026.

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