When you’re in a rush to catch a budget airline flight at an early hour, your mind may already be fixated on that much-needed cup of coffee. After passing through security, many travelers head straight to the nearest café to fuel up before their journey.
However, not all airlines permit passengers to bring their coffee onboard. While some airlines allow hot drinks if properly sealed, others may require you to discard your freshly brewed beverages, leaving you waiting for in-flight service to satisfy your caffeine cravings.
It’s essential to review your airline’s policies to avoid wasting money on a coffee that you’ll have to dispose of before boarding.
Here’s what some popular UK airlines state regarding carrying hot drinks onboard:
For easyJet passengers, bringing your own food and drink is allowed, including hot drinks purchased at the airport with a secure lid.
Jet2, on the other hand, does not permit passengers to bring hot drinks onboard for safety reasons. The airline offers a variety of meal deals and sandwiches that can be pre-purchased.
Ryanair permits passengers to bring cold food and drink onboard but prohibits hot drinks and personal alcohol consumption during the flight. The airline has an app for pre-ordering food and drink while onboard.
TUI does not specify if passengers can bring hot drinks onboard. The airline recommends low-risk, cold food options for flight consumption.
British Airways (BA) does not explicitly ban hot drinks but requires all food and drink to pass security checks. BA offers a High Life Café on most short-haul routes, providing a diverse selection of hot drinks.
Ultimately, the decision of whether you can bring your coffee onboard may rest with the flight attendants. It’s advisable to check with the crew or wait for in-flight service. TUI and BA offer a variety of hot drink options on their menus for passengers to enjoy during the flight.