Can I carry liquids on the flight?

Yes – but there are rules you’ll need to follow at airport security.  
 

Packing liquids in your hand luggage:  

• Liquids count as part of your one-bag hand luggage allowance  

• Each liquid must be in a container of 100ml or less (3.5 fluid oz)  

• All containers must fit inside one clear, resealable plastic bag  

• The bag must be no larger than 20cm x 20cm or hold up to one litre  

• Larger containers must go in your checked-in luggage  

How to pack your liquids:  

• Make sure containers fit comfortably in the bag  

• The bag must be completely closed and containers clearly visible  

• You’ll need to bring your own plastic bag, but most airports sell them before security  

• Each person, including infants, can carry one plastic bag  

What counts as a liquid?  

Liquids include:  

• Water, drinks, soups, syrups 

• Creams, lotions and oils  

• Perfume and sprays such as deodorant 

• Gels, such as hair gel and shower gel 

• Foams, such as shaving foam 

• Pastes, such as toothpaste 

• Liquid-solid mixtures  

• Mascara  

• Anything with a similar consistency 

Medical and dietary liquids:  

• You can carry over 100ml if it’s for medical or dietary needs  

• You’ll need a doctor’s letter to show at security  

Duty-free liquids:  

• Must be carried in a sealed security bag with the receipt inside  

• Keep the bag sealed throughout your journey 

Food and Powders 

To avoid delays at security, pack any powders over 350ml in your checked-in luggage, as they may obstruct airport scanners. 

Just so you know:  

Some UK airports are installing new scanners. These may allow you to leave electrical items in your hand luggage and carry larger liquid containers. 

For now, we recommend you follow current guidelines, especially for your return flight. Not all airports have changed, and destination airports may still have restrictions. 

Before you travel, check the rules at:  

• Your departure airport’s website  

• Any airports you’ll travel through, including your return journey  

• Check government hand luggage restrictions at UK airports and at Irish airports, including details on medical and dietary liquid exceptions.  

Visit our Luggage Guidelines page for more information on what you can and can’t carry on our flights and cruises.