TUI, Jet2, Ryanair and easyJet rules on taking food and drink on planes

Summer is just around the corner, meaning many of us may be jetting off somewhere warm and sunny for a week or two. And since holidays can be a pricey, a smart way to cut costs is to bring your own snacks to eat in the airport and on the plane.

Despite the wide range of dining choices available at departure lounges, it's no secret that prices can be high. So, what exactly are the rules for packing food in your carry-on luggage?

Airports mostly restrict any liquids over 100ml from being taken through security, and amounts less than this must be kept in a sealed plastic bag. This includes items such as jam, chutney, and yoghurt.

The Gov.uk website informs travellers: "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.

The guidance varies from one airline to another, so here are the rules surrounding four of the most popular budget airlines, as reported by Birmingham Live.

TUI

Tui follows the same advice as given on the official government website. The airline emphasises: "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 'feel free' 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 their 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."

They also remind travellers to be aware of different countries' import regulations regarding food and drink, advising them to check the rules for their specific destination.

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