TUI, Jet2, Ryanair and easyJet rules on taking food and drink on planes

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Summer is just around the corner, meaning many of us may be jetting off somewhere warm and sunny for a week or two. And since holidays can be a pricey, a smart way to cut costs is to bring your own snacks to eat in the airport and on the plane.

Despite the wide range of dining choices available at departure lounges, it's no secret that prices can be high. So, what exactly are the rules for packing food in your carry-on luggage?Airports mostly restrict any liquids over 100ml from being taken through security, and amounts less than this must be kept in a sealed plastic bag.

This includes items such as jam, chutney, and yoghurt.The Gov.uk website informs travellers: "Food items and powders in your hand luggage can obstruct images on x-ray machines.

Your bags may need to be checked again manually by security. You can put these items in your hold luggage to minimise delays.The guidance varies from one airline to another, so here are the rules surrounding four of the most popular budget airlines, as reported by Birmingham Live.Tui follows the same advice as given on the official government website.