You have two options for carrying a crematory container with you on your flights:

• Carry-on: You are allowed to carry-on a crematory container, but it must pass through the x-ray machine.  If the container is made of a material that prevents the screener from clearly being able to see what is inside, then the container will not be allowed through the security checkpoint.  

• Checked Baggage:  You may transport the urn as checked baggage provided that it is successfully screened.  Security staff will screen the urn for explosive materials/devices using a variety of techniques; if cleared, it will be permitted as checked baggage only.

Please note the following additional information:

• Out of respect for the deceased, the screener may not open the container under any circumstance.
• Crematory Container Materials:  Crematory containers are made from many different types of materials, all with varying thickness.  So we cannot state for certain whether your particular crematory container can successfully pass through an x-ray machine.  However, we suggest that you purchase a temporary or permanent crematory container made of a lighter weight material such as wood or plastic that can be successfully x-rayed.  
• Please check with your air carrier about other restrictions that may apply.

Air Transportation of Deceased - Other methods (e.g. coffins)