How much wine can you bring on a plane? The latest complete guide to bringing alcoholic beverages on board
Recently, as the summer travel season and the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays approach, the discussion about “bringing alcohol on board” has once again become a hot topic. Many travelers plan to bring local liquor as gifts or for personal use, but restrictions on alcoholic beverages at airline security are often confusing. This article will combine the latest data from the entire Internet (hot search keywords and civil aviation regulations in the past 10 days) to explain in detail the regulations on bringing alcohol on board, and attach a structured data table for easy reference.
1. Core regulations on bringing alcohol onboard
According to the latest regulations from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA), passengers carrying alcohol must abide by the following principles:
| Type | Permissible conditions | Restrictions |
|---|---|---|
| Checked alcoholic beverages | Alcohol content ≤70% | The total volume does not exceed 5L/person and must be packed in original factory sealed packaging. |
| Carry it with you | Alcohol content ≤24% | Can bring 1L (need to pass security check) |
| Alcohol content 24%-70% | Checked shipment only | A single bottle shall not exceed 5L, and the total volume shall not exceed 5L. |
| Alcohol content＞70% | Prohibited | Are flammable items |
2. Answers to popular questions (top 5 searches in the past 10 days)
1.“Can I bring wine bought in a duty-free shop on a plane?”
Answer: It can be carried with you, but it must meet the following requirements: ① Alcohol content ≤ 24%; ② Purchased from airport duty-free shop and sealed; ③ Provide shopping voucher.
2.“Can bulk liquor be checked in?”
Answer: Carrying is prohibited. All alcoholic beverages must be in original, unopened packaging. Bulk alcoholic beverages are not allowed to be checked in or carried with you regardless of alcohol content.
3.“Will there be tax on bringing alcohol on international flights?”
Answer: When entering China, the duty-free limit for alcoholic beverages is 1.5L/person (alcohol content >12%). Excessive amounts must be declared and paid customs duty (tax rate 50%).
4.“Does wine consignment require special packaging?”
Answer: It is recommended to use shock-proof bubble wrap or purchase a special alcohol shipping box. Airlines are generally not responsible for transport damage.
5.“Can I bring alcohol disinfectant during the epidemic?”
Answer: Disinfectants with an alcohol content of >70% are not allowed to be carried; 100ml of alcohol content ≤70% can be checked (requires sealing).
3. Comparison of major domestic and foreign airlines
| airline | Shipping limit | Carry it with you | special regulations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air China | 5L/person | prohibited | Requires independent packaging to prevent leakage |
| China Southern Airlines | 5L/person | Overage must be declared in advance | |
| international airlines | 5L/person | prohibited | Subject to destination regulations |
| American Airlines | 5L/person | prohibited | Single bottle≤5L |
| Emirates Airlines | 10L/person | Islamic countries ban |
4. Practical suggestions
1.Declaration in advance: If you are carrying high-priced alcohol (such as Moutai, foreign wine), it is recommended to declare the value of your luggage.
2.Tips to prevent breakage: When checking in, wrap it with clothing for cushioning and mark it with a "fragile" label.
3.Pay attention to destination regulations: If flying to countries such as Saudi Arabia, it is prohibited to carry any alcoholic beverages.
Summary: Bringing alcohol on board must strictly follow the three elements of "alcohol content + packaging + capacity". It is recommended to confirm the latest regulations on the airline's official website or call customer service before traveling. Properly plan the way you carry it to avoid confiscating alcohol or delaying your trip due to violations.
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