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Baby Food and Milk on a Plane - Is the 100 ml Limit Applied?

Baby food and milk can be exempt from liquid limits when needed during the journey. Check screening rules and what security may ask for.

Carry-on baggageWITH RESTRICTIONS
Checked baggageYES

Short answer

Baby food and milk needed during the journey can exceed the standard 100 ml limit. Pack them so they can be presented separately for screening if requested.

Carry-on baggage

Solid medicines are generally allowed in the cabin. Essential liquid medicines can be exempt from the standard 100 ml rule when needed during the journey.

Checked baggage

Medicines can generally also travel in checked baggage, but anything you may need during the journey is safer to keep with you.

Airport security

For liquid medication or medical equipment, security may ask for additional screening or evidence that the item is medically necessary.

Check your departure airport

General rules are not always enough. Liquid limits and screening procedures can differ by airport, so check the airport you are actually flying from.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I bring baby food and milk on a plane on a plane?

Yes, but the exact rule depends on whether it is in carry-on or checked baggage. For carry-on the answer is: with restrictions.

Can baby food and milk on a plane go in carry-on baggage?

Solid medicines are generally allowed in the cabin. Essential liquid medicines can be exempt from the standard 100 ml rule when needed during the journey.

Are the rules the same at every airport?

General rules are not always enough. Liquid limits and screening procedures can differ by airport, so check the airport you are actually flying from.

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Official sources

European Commission - Information for air travellers ↗

Last verified: 2026-08-21 · Always check your airport, airline and destination-country rules as well. Local or carrier rules may be stricter than the general rule.

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