Which specialties from Xinjiang can be brought on an airplane?
Dried fruits and nuts can be carried in vacuum packaging; knives cannot be carried on or checked in and can only be transported by land; alcoholic beverages must be checked in according to airline regulations; honey and yogurt should be sealed and leak-proof when checked in. Which Xinjiang specialties can be brought on a plane? Here are the most frequently asked questions and answers for traveling to Xinjiang: documents, safety, seasons, altitude, guides, and dietary restrictions—spending three minutes before the trip can clarify everything.
- Can be carried on or checked in: vacuum-dried fruits, raisins, almonds, red dates, packaged cakes (solid without soup).
- Checked in only: alcoholic beverages (subject to alcohol content and volume limits, generally within 2 bottles), honey (sealed to prevent leakage), yogurt products.
- Cannot be taken on the plane: restricted knives such as Engrish knives—cannot be carried on or checked in; use land courier or abandon.
- Fragile items: fresh grapes and figs are recommended to be eaten locally or choose dried products; pomegranate and fragrant pear can withstand transport if packed well.