¿Se puede llevar Sunscreen en un avión?
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Yes, with limits — you can bring sunscreen in carry-on bags provided you follow security limits. Cream/lotion: ≤3.4 oz per container in the quart bag.
- · Cream/lotion: ≤3.4 oz per container in the quart bag
- · Spray sunscreen: same limit — it’s an aerosol
- · Checked: aerosols capped 18 oz each, 70 oz (2 L) total (FAA)
- · Solid sticks: pack as a solid toiletries item
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💧 3-1-1 liquids rule checker
One quart-size (≈1 L) bag per passenger; every container must be 3.4 oz (100 ml) or less.
Fit is approximate — container shape decides real-world packing. Medically necessary liquids and infant food are exempt: declare them.
Normativas por autoridad de seguridad
Rules by security authority
United States — TSA
Carry-on
Restricted
Yes — lotion or spray of 3.4 oz (100 ml) or less per container in your liquids bag.
Checked bag
Yes
Yes — any size; aerosol cans count toward the FAA’s 18 oz each / 70 oz (2 L) total toiletry cap.
Flying internationally? Security follows the country you depart from — the authority above applies at your departure airport. Customs at arrival is separate.
Cómo empacar sunscreen
Equipaje de mano: Yes — lotion or spray of 3.4 oz (100 ml) or less per container in your liquids bag.
Equipaje facturado: Yes — any size; aerosol cans count toward the FAA’s 18 oz each / 70 oz (2 L) total toiletry cap.
El oficial de seguridad del aeropuerto siempre tiene la decisión final sobre si un artículo pasa el control.
Preguntas frecuentes
Frequently asked questions
Can you bring Sunscreen in a carry-on?
Yes — lotion or spray of 3.4 oz (100 ml) or less per container in your liquids bag.
Can you pack Sunscreen in checked luggage?
Yes — any size; aerosol cans count toward the FAA’s 18 oz each / 70 oz (2 L) total toiletry cap.
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