Best Snacks for Flights
Avoid an awkward stand-off at security with our pick of flight-friendly snacks to keep your kids happy.
AIRPORT SECURITY RULES
No pastes, creams, jellies, soups or syrups are allowed through security. So leave the hummus behind! While homemade sandwiches may sometimes be allowed through, pies and pastries can require additional screening.
If you do opt to make your own sandwiches, use crusty bread (a baguette or focaccia for example) and fillings that won’t get soggy while you’re travelling, such as ham, salami and cheese.
TOP TIP
Like diapers, always pack more than you need in case of flight delays and fractious little ones.
As we all know, flying with young children requires an armory of distractions, and many of these come in the form of food.
Also keep in mind the liquid limitations on flights (nothing over 3.4oz) when it comes to taking food on flights.
LITTLE SNACKS
In the case of flight delays, tiny boxes of raisins, mini-bags of pretzels and rice cakes will be your best friends.
TREAT SNACKS
Keep a stash of cheese crackers – these are perfect for keeping quiet a grumpy pre-teen. Dried fruit and breakfast bars can be a great back-up too.
FRUIT SNACKS
Chopped carrots, cucumber or cherry tomatoes won’t make children as thirsty as other salter snacks, thus lessening the bathroom trips – always a bonus.
SWEETS
Not only are sweets a good distraction during take-off and landing, but sucking on candy helps little ears to pop and can prevent any unnecessary discomfort.
