Ryanair, easyJet, Tui and Jet2 explain rules for taking food on planes

As the summer holiday season approaches, many travellers are beginning to plan their trips abroad. One practical tip for keeping holiday spending in check is to prepare your own snacks before heading to the airport.

While there's a plethora of eating options at the airport, prices can be exorbitant. So what are the rules when it comes to bringing your own food on board?

Airports generally prohibit any liquids greater than 100ml from passing through security, although this is starting to change thanks to new system, and any smaller amounts must be contained within a clear plastic bag. This includes items like jams, chutneys and yoghurts, reports Birmingham Live.

The Gov.uk website states: "Food items and powders in your hand luggage can obstruct images on x-ray machines."

It continues: "Your bags may need to be checked again manually by security. You can put these items in your hold luggage to minimise delays."

However, guidelines can differ between airlines. Below you'll find the specific policies of some popular holiday airlines.

Tui

Aligning with government guidance, Tui advises passengers via its 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."

Ryanair

Ryanair encourages a relaxed approach, allowing passengers to bring their own food and non-alcoholic beverages on board, but draws the line at hot drinks.

Jet2

Jet2's stance is explicitly outlined on its website, which reads: "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 provides clear instructions as well, stating on their site: "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."

It also issues a caution to passengers, reminding them: "Different countries have different regulations about importing food and drink, so make sure you check the rules for your destination."