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Posso portare cibo sull'aereo?

Can I bring food on the plane?

Pronunciation

'Cibo' is CI-bo — stress on first syllable. 'Aereo' is a-E-re-o — four syllables.

When to use it

When planning what to bring for the flight, especially on budget airlines with paid food service.

What it means

'Portare cibo' (to bring food) on 'sull'aereo' (on the plane) — 'su' + 'l'aereo'. Solid food is generally allowed in carry-on bags, while food items in liquid or gel form are subject to the 100ml liquid rule. Most airlines allow passengers to bring their own food.

Variations

Posso portare un panino fatto in casa?

Can I bring a homemade sandwich?

Yes — solid food is always allowed

Il cioccolato è considerato un liquido ai controlli?

Is chocolate considered a liquid at security?

Solid chocolate is fine; chocolate spread is subject to 100ml rule

Posso comprare cibo dopo i controlli di sicurezza?

Can I buy food after security?

Yes — and this is often better than bringing it from home

Mini Dialogue

— Posso portare cibo sull'aereo? — Sì, il cibo solido è permesso. Ha qualcosa di liquido? — Ho uno yogurt. — Quello deve essere meno di 100 millilitri e nel sacchetto trasparente. — E un panino? — Il panino va benissimo.

— Can I bring food on the plane? — Yes, solid food is allowed. Do you have anything liquid? — I have a yoghurt. — That must be less than 100 millilitres and in the transparent bag. — And a sandwich? — A sandwich is absolutely fine.

Cultural Note

Italians often bring homemade food on flights, particularly on domestic routes. Budget airlines (Ryanair, easyJet) allow passengers to bring their own food but sell food and drinks on board. Some airlines prohibit consuming your own alcohol. Hot food from airside restaurants can also be brought on board.