Flying with Cannabis: What to Know About Cannabis and Travel in Canada

Travelling with cannabis in Canada? It’s legal, but don’t even think about crossing a border with it.

Cannabis and Travel: What You Can (and Can't) Do

Summer’s here, your bags are packed, and your playlist is set to the Ingram & Sons Spotify playlist. Before you hit the skies, the highway, or the open water, let’s talk cannabis and travel. Whether you’re planning a long weekend in cottage country or cruising coast to coast, it’s a good time to check in on what’s actually legal when it comes to bringing your stash along.

Short version? Travel with cannabis is totally fine within Canada. Cross a border, though, and you're asking for trouble.

Travelling with Cannabis Within Canada

If you're staying within Canada, you’re allowed to bring up to 30 grams of dried cannabis (or the equivalent in edibles, extracts, or topicals). Whether you're leaving from an international airport or cruising through your home province, you can carry your weed like you would any other legal item.

If you’re driving, boating, or travelling by RV, your cannabis must be either in its original, unopened packaging or sealed and stored out of reach of the driver and passengers. Think of it like alcohol. If it’s within arm’s reach of the wheel, it’s a no-go.

Have a medical authorization? If you're using cannabis for medical purposes, your possession limit can go over 30 grams. Just make sure you’ve got valid documentation in case anyone asks.

Know Your Limits

You can carry up to 30 grams of dried cannabis or its equivalent in other products. That works out to:

• 450 grams of edibles
• 48 cannabis beverages (355 ml each)
• 7.5 grams of concentrates
• 2,100 grams of cannabis oil
• 30 cannabis seeds

Public possession of more than 30 grams could lead to serious fines or charges. Stay below the limit and avoid unnecessary issues.

Flying with Cannabis: What You Need to Know

You can pack your cannabis in your carry-on or checked bag, but you still need to follow security screening rules. That means cannabis oil and other liquids need to stay within the usual size limits, and torch lighters are still a hard no.

Some airports even have disposal bins at screening checkpoints where passengers can ditch banned items without hassle. If you're unsure, it’s better to be safe than stuck explaining your lighter to airport security.

Check CATSA’s cannabis travel page

Leaving Canada and International Travel with Cannabis

Leaving Canada with cannabis is illegal. It doesn’t matter if it’s legal where you're going or part of your medical prescription. If it’s in your bag and you’re crossing a border, you’re breaking the law.

That includes cannabis extracts, edibles, topicals, and anything with CBD or cannabidiol. Yes, even the gummies you swore were for sleeping.

Once you're entering or leaving Canada, you’re under the rules of the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). Try to cross a border with cannabis and, best case, it gets confiscated. Worst case? You’re hit with criminal penalties or denied entry to another country.

Visit CBSA’s cannabis travel page

Internationally? Leave It at Home

Travelling internationally with cannabis, even CBD, is a no-go. Other countries don’t care what’s legal in your province. Their customs and local laws come first.

If your flight gets diverted into the U.S. or you accidentally cross a border, you could be charged with drug offences. Definitely not the vibe you’re after.

What to Know About Cannabis and Travel in Canada

So, what’s the smart move? Keep your cannabis use domestic. There’s plenty to explore right here in Canada, and honestly, the weeds better.

Whether you're sparking up at the lake, road-tripping through Ontario, or relaxing out East, travelling with cannabis within Canada is simple and legal if you follow the rules.

Know the limits, pack it properly, and don’t push your luck. If you're staying in Canada, you’re good to go. If you’re crossing borders, leave your stash behind. Your future self will thank you.