Is It Legal To Fly With Kratom?

There is no law to stop you from stepping into an airport and getting onto an airplane while in possession of kratom. However, whether you can realistically fly with kratom depends on the herb’s legal status in your final destination and any places the plane may stop off en route.

Welcome to this Kratom Monkey guide to flying with kratom! In this article, we will discuss legal considerations, how to fly with kratom, which products are most suitable for flying with and more. If it is related to airplane travel with kratom, we have it covered! 

Yes, flying with kratom is permitted, provided the substance is legal in your location. Unfortunately, that sounds simpler than it is. Even though kratom is legal at the federal level, it is prohibited in six states and various cities and counties. Kratom is banned in:

• Alabama
• Arkansas
• Indiana
• Rhode Island
• Vermont
• Wisconsin

Click here for a thorough analysis of where kratom is legal and banned in the U.S.

So, what does this mean for you? Before traveling, you must ensure kratom is legal in your final destination (and anywhere you stop off). This applies whether flying domestically or internationally!

Kratom is banned in several countries, including Australia, Japan, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Vietnam. It doesn't matter if you aren't a citizen of any of these places, you will be subject to the relevant country's law if caught with kratom there.

Let’s go through some examples regarding what is legal and what isn’t when flying with kratom.

• A non-stop flight from New York City, New York, to Los Angeles, California - LEGAL!
• A non-stop flight from Miami, Florida to Little Rock, Arkansas - ILLEGAL, kratom is banned in Arkansas.
• Flying from Portland, Oregon to Des Moines, Iowa, with a stop off in Milwaukee, Wisconsin - ILLEGAL, kratom is legal in Oregon and Iowa but banned in Wisconsin.

Decided it is okay for you to fly with kratom? Fantastic! Here are a few things to think about if taking kratom with you on your trip. 

You must decide whether to pack kratom in your checked baggage or carry-on luggage. Checked baggage is likely simpler if you don’t plan on consuming any during your travels.

However, there is nothing necessarily wrong with keeping kratom on your person, and you may have a reason for doing so. Bear in mind that certain substances can affect you differently at altitude - you might not need as much kratom as usual for the desired effect.

Even so, many people choose to minimize the risk of hassle by packing kratom in their checked baggage. Kratom is still somewhat unknown and misunderstood.

Some officials will probably have no idea what it is. If you can go without kratom for a few hours, you may want to avoid these awkward chats. 

I recommend keeping your kratom product in its original packaging, just in case the worst happens and you get checked and questioned. This will make it easier to explain things than if your kratom is in a random container, which could even lead to it getting sent off for analysis.

With the original packaging, customs can verify what ingredients are present and conduct any required checks. But if they are suspicious that you have an illicit substance on you, they won’t hesitate to hold up your trip until satisfied everything is above board.

Honesty is the best policy if you are questioned but know you aren’t breaking the law. I don’t suggest trying to claim kratom is something else. It is a federally legal substance, so there is no need to hide anything. But lying might make TSA officials more suspicious of you. 

If you are happy that you won't have any legal issues when flying kratom, you may be wondering which products are best for traveling with.

Anything that doesn't make a mess should work well. Therefore, I recommend kratom capsules over powder, as you can consume these in seconds while needing nothing more than a glass of water!

You could pack disposable kratom tea bags if beverages are more your thing. Kratom tinctures, edibles, and liquid shots are also ideal for on-the-go use.

The bottom line: you must carefully research your specific situation before making a decision on flying with kratom. Being caught with an illegal substance will likely land you with much more than a slap on the wrist - and depending on where you are, it could result in jail time.