News — Cremains Transport

United Airlines rules for transportation of cremated remains (Please contact the airline as rules and regulations often change) United Airlines accepts cremains as carry-on or checked baggage provided, they can pass x-ray scanners, and clear explosive trace detection. You also must have a cremation certificate from a funeral home or crematorium. Travelers are allowed to travel with cremains in a checked bag, however it is recommended to do so in a carry-on bag to help protect the contents from the risks associated with checked baggage. The urn should be made of non-metallic, scannable material that can easily be X-rayed during...

Requirements to ship Human Cremains on Southwest Airlines Book human remains are required in advance by Southwest Airlines. Contacting our Cargo Customer Care Center. We recommend that Customers book at least 24 hours prior to departure. Advance arrangements are required. Shipper must comply with all local, state, federal, and international regulations. Human remains, other than cremated remains, must be adequately secured in a casket, approved metal container, or combination unit to prevent shifting and escape of offensive odors. If the remains are in a casket, the casket must be enclosed in an outside shipping container of wood, canvas, plastic, or paper-board...

Helpful hints for transporting Cremains on Delta Airlines. Delta Airlines - Delta Airlines Passengers must provide a death or cremation certificate. The death certificate verifies the person's passing, and the cremation certificate confirms the cremation process. Both documents are important for authentication during security checks. Container - The container must be made of a material that allows the screener to see what's inside, such as plastic, transparent glass, cloth, cardboard, fiberboard, or wood. Metal, ceramic, and stone containers are not permitted. The TSA recommends using a temporary or permanent crematory container made of a lighter material, such as wood or plastic, so it can easily...