Can you take mangoes home from Sharm El Sheikh on a flight, and how should you pack them?

A sturdy cardboard box is a practical way to transport mangoes. Wrap it in a bag and place it inside a suitcase to protect the fruit and prevent leaks if any mango is damaged.

Do not rely on pillows or other separate items to bypass cabin-baggage limits: airlines may weigh them and count them as part of your cabin allowance.

If the mangoes are gifts, plan the weight in advance and leave room within your baggage allowance. Last-minute extra baggage can cost more, while lower fares may only apply to departures in the next few days.

Before flying, check your specific airline’s rules: fruit packaging and baggage weight limits matter more than trying to keep mangoes separately in an overhead bin or the cabin.