• Hand baggage
  • Liquids
  • Sharp items
  • Baggage allowances
General hand baggage
 
**The Department for Transport has set the maximum size for an item of hand baggage as 56cm x 45cm x 25cm, including wheels, handles and external pockets. However, some airlines may only allow smaller bags, so check with them first. Airlines may also have their own rules regarding the number of bags you are allowed to take on the aircraft. It is best to contact them if you have any questions.


When passing through security laptops must be removed from cases/bags for separate X-ray screening. Pack photographic film in hand baggage as low dose X-ray machines will not affect it.

If you plan on travelling with a large musical instrument, it is best to contact your airline before booking, as you may need to make special arrangements, such as buying an extra seat. Any musical instrument you bring with you will need to be screened separately.

*BaggagePIN recommends that members print labels from within their account to affix to large items such as surf boards, ski's, pushchairs and buggies.
 
** For more information click here: DirectGOV
Liquids, creams and gels
 
Liquids, creams and gels are now permitted and may include:
Shampoo, creams, suntan lotions, toothpaste, hair gel, hair spray, perfumes, liquid or aerosol deodorants, cosmetics such as mascara and lip gloss, water and other drinks, soups and syrups, other items of a similar consistency.
 
They are subject to the following rules. The volume of each container must not exceed 100 ml (100 g). Containers should be packed inside a re-sealable plastic bag that does not exceed 1 litre in size (a bag approximately 20 cm by 20 cm would be acceptable; this is similar to a small freezer bag. This plastic bag must be packed in a way that each container is clearly visible and the bag can be sealed. One plastic bag per passenger is permitted. The plastic bag must be presented separately at Security for x-ray screening.
 
 
Knives, scissors, tweezers
 
Items such as knives, scissors, tweezers and laser pointers may not be carried as hand baggage: these should only be carried within hold baggage.
 
Any sharp items found in hand baggage will be confiscated.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
The world of Baggage allowance
 
The first step you should take in finding out your baggage allowance is contact your carrier.
 
Select your carrier from the list below which will take you to the companies baggage allowance wbe site.