Save your money on the airport water: A couple of smart hacks revealed

What to do to avoid buying water at the airport? Check the tips to avoid spending a penny on it.

Airport security checks are an integral part of air travel. For many, they are extremely stressful. The worry about meeting all the requirements, as well as the time pressure before departure, can further increase the tension.

Many people wonder how to avoid unnecessary costs. Can you pack water in your carry-on luggage? The answer is not so obvious.

Most airports have special areas where you can buy water. However, it often costs a fortune. A small bottle usually costs from $2 to even $4. Therefore, passengers wonder how they can avoid these costs.

According to aviation security regulations, liquids in carry-on luggage must be in containers not exceeding 100 millilitres each and packed in a clear plastic bag with maximum dimensions of 20 centimetres x 20 centimetres.

Usually, containers hold cosmetics such as shampoo or shower gel. However, there is nothing to prevent you from filling one of them with drinking water. You can pack, for instance, two or three 100-millilitre bottles, which should be enough to quench your thirst throughout the journey. You can have a total of one litre of liquids in your carry-on luggage during the flight.

A good idea is also to bring an empty bottle with a filter that you can fill right after the security check. Remember, however, that the bottle must be completely empty during the check, with no traces of any liquid inside.

At some airports, you can find special drinking water fountains. You can also fill your bottle with sink water if you are sure it is safe to drink.