Can I Bring Knitting Needles on a Plane to United States?

Knitting Needles

Knitting Needles

Allowed

Allowed in both

According to TSA guidelines, any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.

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The final decision rests with the TSA officer on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint. Official TSA Rules →

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Carry-on baggage

Allowed

Checked baggage

Allowed

TSA Officer

Makes the final decision

Source: Official TSA Regulations ↗Updated: May 20, 2026

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Antlers

Antlers

Carry-on
Allowed
Checked
Allowed
Artificial Skeleton Bones

Artificial Skeleton Bones

Carry-on
Allowed
Checked
Allowed
Balloons (not inflated)

Balloons (not inflated)

Carry-on
Allowed
Checked
Allowed
Battery powered wheel chairs and mobility devices

Battery powered wheel chairs and mobility devices

Carry-on
Not Permitted
Checked
Restrictions Apply
Biological specimens, non-infectious, in preservative solutions

Biological specimens, non-infectious, in preservative solutions

Carry-on
Restrictions Apply
Checked
Restrictions Apply
Books

Books

Carry-on
Allowed
Checked
Allowed