Yes. EpiPens and other epinephrine auto-injectors are allowed in carry-on and checked bags. As medically necessary items they aren't limited by the 3.4 oz rule; declare them to the officer at screening.
TSA allows EpiPens in carry-on bags. Medically necessary liquids and gels are allowed in reasonable quantities but must be declared to officers for inspection.
Allowed in checked bags, but you'll want them in the cabin in case of a reaction.
Checked against official TSA, FAA and government pages on . These are US rules unless we say otherwise; the TSA officer at the checkpoint makes the final call.
The rules in numbers
- EpiPens / auto-injectors: carry-on and checked
- Medically necessary liquids: reasonable quantities for your trip, declared at the checkpoint
Packing tips
- Keep auto-injectors in your carry-on or on your person; TSA recommends carrying medication with you, and a checked bag is out of reach in an emergency.
- Pull them out and tell the officer at the start of screening to avoid a bag search.
- Keep them in the pharmacy box or labeled pouch; labeling is recommended, not required.
Questions people ask
Can I bring an epipen on a plane?
Yes. TSA allows EpiPens in both carry-on and checked bags; keep them with you in the cabin.
Do epipens count toward the TSA liquid limit?
No. They're medically necessary, so they're allowed beyond the 3.4 oz rule when declared at screening.