Can you bring baby snacks on a plane with All Nippon Airways when traveling with a baby?

 

Can you bring baby snacks on a plane with All Nippon Airways (ANA)?

 

Short answer: Yes — you can bring baby snacks, formula, breast milk, and baby food when flying with All Nippon Airways. Security checkpoints and destination rules still apply, so pack smart and be prepared to show or declare items during screening.

• What types of baby food/snacks are allowed: solid snacks such as crackers, biscuits, cereal puffs, fruit snacks, and jarred or pouch foods are allowed in carry-on luggage. Liquids and semi‑liquids used for infants — for example milk, breast milk, infant formula, purees, yogurt, and baby food jars/pouches — are also permitted even if they exceed the usual small liquid limit for carry-ons.
• Security screening: at the security checkpoint you should declare any liquids or purees for a baby to the screeners. These items are typically exempt from the standard 100 ml / 3.4 oz carry‑on restriction but will be subject to additional inspection. Screening may include X‑ray, separate testing, opening containers, or a hand inspection.
• Ice packs and gel packs: frozen ice packs and gel packs used to keep baby food cold are allowed if they are completely frozen when you pass through security. If they are partially melted or slushy, they may be treated as liquids and could be refused.
• Onboard warming and crew assistance: cabin crew can usually help by providing hot water to warm bottles or pouches, but aircraft do not have microwaves in passenger cabins. Be polite and ask crew members early — they are usually happy to assist when possible, but their ability to help can depend on flight status and safety procedures.
• Packing tips: pack baby snacks and meals in your carry‑on, not checked baggage, so you can access them during the flight and in case of delays. Bring extra portions, disposable spoons, bibs, wipes, resealable bags or containers, and a small cooler or frozen ice pack if needed (following the frozen rule above). Label bottles and jars if helpful.
• International travel and customs/quarantine: many countries have strict rules about bringing fresh dairy, meat, fruit, vegetables, or other agricultural products into the country. While processed baby food and commercial packaged snacks are usually fine, always check destination customs and quarantine rules before you travel and follow any declaration requirements.
• Special meals and airline services: if you prefer, contact ANA before travel to ask about infant or child meal options and any onboard services they provide for families. Airlines often offer information or options to make feeding easier, but availability and specifics can vary by route and aircraft.
• Strollers, pumps and related items: breast pumps, sterilized bottles, and small carry‑on accessories for feeding are allowed; tell security staff if you have a breast pump or fresh expressed milk to ensure appropriate screening procedures.

Quick checklist before you fly with ANA:

• Pack baby snacks and all feeding items in your carry‑on
• Declare any liquids/purees at the security checkpoint
• Bring extra portions and disposable feeding utensils
• Keep ice packs frozen solid for security
• Check customs rules for your destination regarding food items
• Contact ANA ahead of time if you want information about infant meals or onboard assistance

If you want, tell me the route and airports you’ll use and I can list any specific screening points or common destination restrictions to be aware of.