How much personal medication can you bring through Istanbul airport, and should it go in carry-on or checked luggage?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 12 days ago
TL;DR
Travelers report that small quantities of personal medication usually pass through Istanbul airport without much scrutiny. A common practical tip is to split the medicine between carry-on and checked luggage and keep a small amount accessible as ongoing-use medication.
What the community said
The newest tip is not to pack all medication in one place: keep part in your carry-on and a small amount separately within easy reach in case of screening or delayed baggage.
12 days ago carry-on luggage
Travelers recommend keeping a few tablets with you as ongoing-use medication. In practice, that is easier than putting your entire supply only in checked baggage.
12 days ago ongoing-use medication
According to an earlier report, a reasonable number of packs for personal use usually does not trigger special attention. If asked, it is better to explain that the medicine is for a treatment course or regular use.
12 days ago personal use