Can I bring Egyptian mango home from Sharm El Sheikh in hand luggage, and what does it taste like?

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TL;DR

Egyptian mango has a noticeably different taste from Thai or Chinese varieties because the cultivars are different. Travelers report that mango is often accepted in cabin baggage, but you should confirm your airline’s rules and the import regulations at your destination.

What the community said

Travelers say Egyptian mango is often carried in cabin baggage without being treated as a separate baggage issue. Still, check your airline’s allowance and the fruit-import rules of your destination country before flying.

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Do not expect Egyptian mango to taste like varieties from Thailand or China: local cultivars can be very different. If it is your first time buying it in Sharm El Sheikh, try a few fruits before purchasing a large box.

Egyptian mango varieties

Travelers compare mango sold in Russia’s Pyaterochka stores with Egyptian mango and find the flavor similar. Mango expectations should not be based on Asian fruit, though, as origin and variety have a major effect on taste.

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