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Travel Tips for Contact Lens Wearers

You are allowed to carry small amounts of eye drops and other liquids with you on an airplane. However, volumes greater than a few ounces may only be permitted in your checked baggage.
Bring along two extra pairs of your lenses in case you lose or damage your current pair.
Aircraft cabins are often very dry, and the lack of humidity may cause your lenses to feel less comfortable than usual. If permitted, carry a small bottle of rewetting drops just in case.
For a truly comfortable trip, consider applying a fresh pair of lenses when you reach your destination.
Consider wearing 1·DAY ACUVUE® Brand daily disposable lenses while you travel; you’ll have a fresh pair to wear every day – and you’ll eliminate the need to carry solutions and cases.
Most contact lens solutions come in travel sizes. Rather than packing a heavy full size bottle, opt for a travel bottle. Use a one-step solution (ask your Eye Care Professional for a recommendation if you’re not already using one) to save space and weight.
When traveling by air, try to keep your lenses, case, and solution in your carry-on luggage. DON’T pack your lenses in checked baggage – unless you want to risk your lenses landing in Cincinnati while you fly to Honolulu!
The pressurized environment in aircraft cabins can cause some bottles and lens cases to leak slightly. To avoid a puddle in your bag, place your lens case and solution(s) in a zip-lock bag before packing.
While it’s unlikely, your eyes may become irritated while you’re away. Because you should never apply your lenses if your eyes are red or inflamed, bring along your eyeglasses for emergencies.
Please call your Eye Care Professional immediately if you experience any discomfort with your eyes while traveling.