We all know not to bring sharp items on planes when travelling, as well as to take off boots or belts at the security scanner. However, when it comes to liquids in your hand luggage, it’s hard to keep track of what you can and can’t pack. While some UK airports briefly scrapped their liquid rules earlier this year, restrictions were then brought back on a temporary basis – but it is unclear when these will be relaxed again.
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Similarly, several EU airports also relaxed their rules, but the 100ml liquids restriction has since been reintroduced there too, due to technical issues. Meanwhile, some UK airports no longer need liquids to be presented in clear plastic bags – but not all.
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So, which liquids and of what size can you take on a plane today?. If possible, you should pack your liquids into your checked luggage. But if you’re taking liquids in a carry-on bag or hand luggage, they need to be in a container that holds no more than 100ml.
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Restrictions on liquid sizes for carry-on bags apply worldwide, so you should prep what you’re taking ahead of time to avoid delays at security. Avoid taking liquids in larger containers, even if there’s less than 100ml left in the bottle or tub, as these won’t be permitted in your carry-on luggage.
Those flying with only a carry-on bag can buy travel-size containers—or reuse small sample bottles—to decant liquids into. To take any of the above items in your hand luggage, you need to package them accordingly. The guidelines require liquids to comply with the following restrictions if they’re in your carry-on:.
