Fishing rods are permitted in carry-on and checked bags
; however, passengers should check with the airline to confirm that the fishing rod fits within size limitations for carry-on items.
Does TSA allow fishing lures?
Checked Bags: Yes
Sharp fishing tackle that may be considered dangerous, such as large fish hooks, should be sheathed, securely wrapped, and packed in your checked luggage.
How long of a fishing rod can I bring on a plane?
They allow fishing rods up to
115 linear inches (length + width + height) (292 cm)
as checked luggage. To learn more, click here.
Can fishing lures be carried on a plane?
While fishing lures seem dangerous and may be flagged,
they are allowed in a carry-on as long as they are wrapped well and securely stored
. So long as they aren't very big and they're well-wrapped, secured, and stored away in your carry-on during flight, fishing lures are ok.
How do you travel with a fishing rod on a car?
Can you carry fishing reels on a plane?
Rods and reels are permitted as checked luggage, and are also allowed as carry-on luggage by T.S.A.
The only hold up is that rod tubes can sometimes not meet size requirements set by airline carriers for carry-on items. Make sure you check with your carrier to confirm that they will allow you to bring your rod tube.
How do you travel with a fishing rod on a plane?
Fishing rods are permitted in carry-on and checked bags
; however, passengers should check with the airline to confirm that the fishing rod fits within size limitations for carry-on items.
How do you transport fishing gear on a plane?
Pack them in their original case, padded with a few socks or pairs of underwear, or buy a travel reel case for additional protection
. Trolling reels will rarely fit into your carry-on luggage, so be sure to pad them well in your check-in bag.
How do you travel with a fishing pole on an SUV?
Can I take a fishing pole on American Airlines?
Allowance and requirements
1 rod case (containing up to 2 rods) and 1 equipment bag or tackle box will count as 1 checked item.
You can travel with: 2 rods and 1 reel in a case
.
Fishing tackle
.
Can you bring fly fishing flies on a plane?
As a rule of thumb,
flies and hooks size 8 and smaller are generally OK to travel in carry-on luggage
. To avoid disappointment, we suggest packing hooks and flies into your checked luggage whenever possible.
