Can I wear a nicotine patch through airport security?


Can I wear a nicotine patch through airport security? There are no TSA restrictions on smoke-free nicotine products, but you should check with your airline before busting them out.


Does TSA care about nicotine?

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) places no restrictions on smoke-free nicotine products, including tobacco-free gum, lozenges and nicotine pouches. You can pack pouches in your checked bags or carry-on luggage.


What happens if you get caught vaping on a plane?

The fine for smoking or vaping on a flight can range from $2 to $4,000, and by itself is not a jailable offense. However, it can quickly escalate if a person is found to have tampered with a smoke detector, or failed to comply with a crew member's instruction, such as to stop smoking.


What can smokers bring on a plane?

Yes, you can take cigarettes on a plane as both a carry-on or a checked baggage item. However, you are not permitted to smoke them at any time while on the plane.