Can I Fly With This?
Can I bring dry ice on a plane?
Quick rules for flying with dry ice in carry-on and checked baggage. Verdicts and conditions across the major aviation regions below.
🇺🇸 United States (TSA)
Maximum 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) per passenger, in either bag, in packaging that allows CO2 to vent. Airline must be notified in advance for checked.
🇪🇺 European Union (EASA)
Up to 2.5 kg per person in carry-on or checked, in packaging designed to allow gas release. Declare with airline at booking.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom (CAA)
Up to 2.5 kg per person; vented packaging; declare with airline.
🌎 Latin America
Up to 2.5 kg per person; vented packaging; declare 24–48 hr in advance.
🌏 Asia (ICAO / IATA baseline)
Up to 2.5 kg per person in carry-on or checked, in packaging designed to allow gas release. Must declare with the airline at booking (most Asian carriers require 24–48 hr notice).
🇦🇺 Australia & Pacific (CASA)
Up to 2.5 kg per person; declared, vented packaging. Notify airline at booking.