Holidaymakers are getting ready to jet off and enjoy a well deserved break on their summer holidays.
And while some time in the sun is something lots look forward too, it can be hugely expensive. One way you may be looking to save some money is by making yourself and your family a packed lunch for the plane before setting off to the airport.
Airports are often full of restaurants, bars and a cafes for a bite to eat or something to drink, but the venues are famously pricey. So it may be handy to be clued up on the rules that stipulate whether or not you can bring some of your own food through security and onto your flight.
Of course most know that any liquids over 100ml must be ditched before security at the majority of airports, with liquids under 100ml required to be sealed in a plastic bag.
But these rules can also apply to some food products, such as jams, chutney or yoghurt, reports Birmingham Live.
According to the Government website: "Food items and powders in your hand luggage can obstruct images on x-ray machines.
"Your bags may need to be checked again manually by security. You can put these items in your hold luggage to minimise delays."
Guidance changes from airline to airline so to help out, we have listed the rules set out by various companies you may be flying with this summer.
TUI
The rules on the TUI website mirror the information listed on the Government website, saying: "Food items and powders in your hand luggage can obstruct images on x-ray machines. Your bags may need to be checked again manually by security. You can put these items in your hold luggage to minimise delays."
Ryanair
Ryanair operate a 'feel free' policy that allows passengers to bring food and soft drinks onboard. However, hot drinks are not allowed.
The airline says: "In the interest of safety we cannot allow passengers to board the plane with hot drinks or consume their own alcohol during the flight."
Jet2
According to the Jet2 website: "You may not bring hot food or hot drinks onboard the aircraft. However, we do offer a great selection of food and drinks to purchase during your flight."
easyJet
EasyJet also have some rules, with the airline also urging passengers to be aware of the rules in their destination.
Their website says: "You can bring food into the cabin, although we do sell a range of delicious food and drink on board. There's a 100ml limit for liquid food, like soup or custard.
"Different countries have different regulations about importing food and drink, so make sure you check the rules for your destination."
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