Can you bring baby wipes on a plane with Delta Air Lines when traveling with a baby?

 

Bringing baby wipes on a Delta Air Lines flight

 

Yes — you can bring baby wipes when traveling with an infant on Delta Air Lines. Baby wipes are allowed in both carry-on bags (including diaper bags) and checked luggage. They are not treated as part of the TSA 3-1-1 liquids rule because they are considered moist wipes/solid items rather than loose liquids, so you do not need to limit them to 3.4 oz containers.

• Carry-on and diaper bag: Pack as many packs or containers of wipes as you need for the flight. Diaper bags are commonly screened but wipes are normally permitted through security without needing to be placed in a separate 3-1-1 bag.
• Security screening: Security officers may ask you to place items from the diaper bag on the conveyor belt or open a package for inspection. This is routine and typically quick. Having wipes in their original packaging can speed the process.
• Onboard use and disposal: You may use wipes on the aircraft to clean hands, surfaces, or for diaper changes. Please dispose of used wipes in the lavatory trash bins—do not flush them down the toilet as they can clog the plumbing.
• Checked baggage: It’s fine to pack wipes in checked luggage as well. If you have large quantities of industrial-strength disinfectant wipes soaked in high concentrations of alcohol or other flammable liquids (which is uncommon for standard baby wipes), check with Delta or the carrier’s hazardous materials rules first.
• International travel: Rules at foreign airports or on other carriers can vary. When traveling internationally, be aware that security officers or customs in another country may have different screening practices—pack clearly labeled, factory-sealed packs if possible to avoid extra questions.
• Practical tips: Keep a small pack in your personal item for easy access during the flight, and a larger pack in checked baggage if you want to travel lighter through the airport. Bring a resealable bag for used wipes if you cannot dispose of them immediately.

If you’re ever unsure at the checkpoint, tell the TSA officer or Delta gate staff you’re traveling with an infant and they’ll guide you — they’re used to families and will help make the process smooth and quick.