Liquids & gels

Can I bring dry shampoo on a plane?

Quick rules for flying with dry shampoo in carry-on and checked baggage. Verdicts and conditions across the major aviation regions below.

🇺🇸 United States (TSA)

Carry-on
With limits
Checked bag
Yes

Aerosol — same rules as hairspray. 100 ml in carry-on; in checked, max 500 ml per container, 2 kg total.

🇪🇺 European Union (EASA)

Carry-on
With limits
Checked bag
Yes

Aerosol: ≤ 100 ml in carry-on; 500 ml per container in checked, 2 kg / 2 L total.

🇬🇧 United Kingdom (CAA)

Carry-on
With limits
Checked bag
Yes

Aerosol: ≤ 100 ml in carry-on; 500 ml per container in checked, 2 L total.

🌎 Latin America

Carry-on
With limits
Checked bag
Yes

Aerosol: ≤ 100 ml in carry-on; 500 ml per container in checked, 2 L total.

🌏 Asia (ICAO / IATA baseline)

Carry-on
With limits
Checked bag
Yes

Aerosol: ≤ 100 ml in carry-on liquids bag; up to 500 ml per container in checked, 2 kg / 2 L total.

🇦🇺 Australia & Pacific (CASA)

Carry-on
With limits
Checked bag
Yes

Aerosol: ≤ 100 ml in carry-on; 500 ml per container in checked, 2 L total.

⚠️ Airline rules vary and change frequently. This page summarises common guidance — always confirm with your specific airline before flying, especially for international travel.
Last reviewed: May 2026
Regional authorities: TSA ↗ · IATA / ICAO ↗ · CASA AU ↗ · EASA ↗ · UK CAA ↗ · IATA DGR ↗
⚡ Check airline-specific rules