✋ Hand luggage
Lenses permitted with no restriction. Contact lens solution: max 100ml (3.4oz) in your liquids bag.
🧳 Hold luggage
Permitted.
Based on TSA guidance for United States. Official rules ↗
Contact lenses rules by country
How carry-on and checked-bag rules for contact lenses compare across the 14 countries we cover.
Contact lenses
Common questions
No. Dry lenses in blister packs or a contact lens case are solid items and not subject to the liquid rule. Contact lens solution is a liquid and must follow the 100ml rule.
Up to 100ml per container, all fitting in your 1-litre clear plastic bag. For longer trips, buy solution at your destination or check a larger bottle.
Yes, but cabin air is dry and can cause discomfort on long flights. Many eye doctors recommend switching to glasses or using rewetting drops.
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Browse all Medical →Based on official United States security guidelines. Rules vary by airline and route — always verify with your carrier before travel. · Rules last verified May 2026.