With adult-use cannabis legalized in New York, travelers arriving at JFK and LaGuardia can legally carry up to three ounces of cannabis flower or 24 grams of concentrates. However, federal laws complicate matters as TSA does not endorse cannabis, even though they typically do not involve local police unless they suspect illegal activity. This means that travelers should understand their rights and legal limits when carrying cannabis through these airports, especially when flying to other states where cannabis laws vary significantly.
While you can legally possess weed in New York, flying it out of the state can present complications depending on your destination.
According to state law, adults aged 21 and older can legally possess up to three ounces of cannabis flower and up to 24 grams of concentrated cannabis.
TSA's official policy is to notify local law enforcement if cannabis is discovered during screening, but in New York, this often leads to no further action.
JFK and LaGuardia are operated by the Port Authority, but TSA, a federal agency, oversees security, where cannabis remains illegal.
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