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Can you bring pumped breast milk on a plane with Air France when traveling with a baby?

Air France allows pumped breast milk; follow carry-on, security screening, and storage guidelines when traveling with a baby.

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Updated Feb, 6

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Can you bring pumped breast milk on a plane with Air France when traveling with a baby?

 

Bringing pumped breast milk on Air France

 

Yes — you can bring pumped breast milk in your carry‑on when flying with Air France. Security and airline rules allow breast milk and baby food in quantities exceeding the normal 100 ml liquid limit; you should declare it at the security checkpoint where it may need separate screening (X‑ray or hand inspection).

  • Keep milk in carry‑on so it’s accessible during the trip.
  • Ice packs or frozen packs are allowed to keep milk cold; these may also be screened separately.
  • Breast pump and parts (including spare lithium batteries) should be carried in the cabin; protect battery terminals.
  • Label containers and bring a small cooler bag for hygiene and ease of handling.
  • Airline staff can usually assist onboard (warming or storing briefly), but policies can vary—ask a crew member if needed.
  • For international or US travel, local security rules also apply—declare and allow extra screening time.

If you want, I can help draft a short note to present at security or list items to pack for the baby.

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