Fireworks
Fireworks and sparklers of any kind are banned from both carry-on and checked baggage.
Carry-on
Not allowed
Checked
Not allowed
Carry-on details
Not allowed. Fireworks, including sparklers, are classified as explosive hazardous materials and are completely banned from carry-on bags.
Checked-bag details
Not allowed. Fireworks are also banned from checked baggage. This covers every type, including firecrackers, bottle rockets, Roman candles, fountains, ground spinners, smoke fireworks, and sparklers.
Special instructions
This ban applies to all consumer fireworks and sparklers without exception. Buy fireworks at your destination instead of packing them, and check local and state laws, since possession rules vary widely.
FAQ
- Can I bring sparklers on a plane for a celebration?
- No. Sparklers are classified as fireworks and are prohibited in both carry-on and checked baggage.
- Are there any fireworks that are allowed to fly?
- No. TSA bans all consumer fireworks, including firecrackers, Roman candles, fountains, and sparklers, from both carry-on and checked bags.
Related items
Sources: TSA — What Can I Bring?, FAA — PackSafe (Hazardous Materials) · Last verified: 2026-07-31
Final decision rests with the security officer at the checkpoint.