Keeping a small item refrigerated in carry-on on short domestic flights

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My next trip is composed of two domestic flights with a short connection. I will be travelling with carry-on luggage only, containing cheese that is best kept a fridge temperature.

What is the best solution to keep it refrigerated during the whole journey ? Time from fridge to fridge is about 5h.

  • My current fare does not include checked in luggage
  • Ice packs may be allowed (company website does not list them in forbidden items), but I'd rather avoid freezing the cheese
  • There is some leeway in the temperature, no need to keep it at a constant 3°C. Anything below 8-10°C should be ok.
  • Cheese size is ~10x5x5 cm

EPILOGUE

First trip - Joe Blow was right, the cheese was denied boarding by security. Had it been sliced first it would have made it through.

Second trip - I wrapped two of those cheeses in a thermal bag, and checked the suitcase that contained them. While I had ample time at the connecting airport to board my second flight, the baggage did not. The last flight was late at night so the cheese spent the night at the airport, only to be delivered in the morning. It was still slightly cold (so was the night in early November) and perfectly edible.






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Can I bring an ice pack on a plane?

Frozen liquid items are allowed through the checkpoint as long as they are frozen solid when presented for screening. If frozen liquid items are partially melted, slushy, or have any liquid at the bottom of the container, they must meet 3-1-1 liquids requirements.

What can I carry-on a short flight?

Short Flight Carry-On Essentials
  • Passport Protector. I only wish I had one of these sooner, because my passport has gone through a lot of wear and tear! ...
  • Sunglasses. ...
  • Prescription Eyeglasses + Case. ...
  • Watch. ...
  • A Good Book. ...
  • Headphones. ...
  • Reusable Water Bottle. ...
  • Maybelline Superstay Lip Color.


How do you travel with food?

Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible.

Can you bring food on a plane Canada?

You can carry solid food items, such as sandwiches, apples and granola bars, in both your carry-on and checked baggage when you are travelling within Canada.



TSA 3-1-1 LIQUID \u0026 POWDER RULE FOR CARRY ON BAG | Everything you need to know from a Travel Agent




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