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Whiskey & Liquor on a Plane: 5 Liter Checked Cap Rules
Calculated Flight Allowance
24%–70% ABV — Capped at 5 Liters in Checked Luggage
Based on 40% ABV (750 ml bottle size)
⚠ Checked Bags: Capped at 5 Liters per Passenger
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Enter the bottle’s ABV (alcohol %) and size. You may only consume alcohol served by the airline — carrying is fine.
FAA & Airline Regulation Summary
Spirits containing between 24% and 70% ABV (48 to 140 proof), such as whiskey, bourbon, vodka, gin, tequila, and rum, are capped at 5 Liters (1.3 gallons / ~6 standard 750ml bottles) per passenger in checked luggage, in unopened retail packaging.
Governing Standard: FAA PackSafe 49 CFR 175.10(a)(4) FAA PackSafe: Alcoholic Beverages 24%–70% ABV ↗
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I drink my own whiskey during the flight?
No. Federal FAA regulation 14 CFR § 121.575 strictly prohibits passengers from drinking self-brought alcohol onboard commercial flights.