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New hand baggage regulations - Frequently asked questions
We have put together some of the most frequently asked questions, based on the latest information from the UK government and BAA, to help customers understand in more detail what they can and can't take onboard in their cabin baggage on flights from the UK.
Some airports around the world may be implementing their own restrictions. Customers are advised to check with the local airport authority before travelling.
PLEASE NOTE: FOLLOWING CHANGES TO HAND BAGGAGE RESTRICTIONS BY THE UK DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT, CUSTOMERS MAY TAKE WITH THEM AS HAND BAGGAGE, ONE LARGER CABIN BAG, NO BIGGER THAN 56cm x 45cm x 25cm, WITH EFFECT FROM FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 22, 2006,
GENERAL
What are the dimensions in inches for the permitted cabin bag? (NEW)
The imperial conversion is not accurate but your cabin bag should be no bigger than 22 inches x 17.5 inches x 9.85 inches (approximately).
Can I carry things in my pocket?
No. All items to be taken in the aircraft cabin must fit into a bag no bigger than 56cm x 45cm x 25cm and must not be a prohibited item.
Can I take electrical equipment in the cabin?
Yes, provided it fits within a bag no bigger than 56cm x 45cm x 25cm.
Electrical equipment such as laptops and large hair dryers must be removed from the cabin bag and placed in a tray for x-ray screening.
We recommend these items be packed carefully for easy removal at the security search point to ensure the security screening process runs smoothly.
Can I take my MP3 player, digital camera, film camera, mobile phone, video camera onboard?
Yes, provided it fits within a bag no bigger than 56cm x 45cm 25cm.
Any electrical equipment must be removed from the cabin bag and placed in a tray for x-ray screening.
We recommend these items be packed carefully for easy removal at the security search point to ensure the security screening process runs smoothly.
Can I take cosmetics in my cabin bag?
Solid cosmetics may be taken in cabin baggage.
All liquid cosmetics must be packed into hold luggage.
Can I take toiletries in my cabin bag?
No. All toiletries must be packed into hold luggage.
Can I take my own food and drink onboard?
Customers can take solid food items onboard for consumption in-flight such as sandwiches, crisps, fruit and vegetables.
Liquid-based food items such as pasta sauces, gravies, jams and syrups, yoghurts, soups, stews and curries are not permitted.
Can I take contact lenses and solution in my cabin bag?
Customers can take onboard disposable contact lenses in sealed strips needed for the flight, (ie. one or two sets). Non-disposable contact lenses may be taken onboard in holders which contain solution. Additional solution must be carried in hold baggage.
Can I take my false teeth and denture fix in my cabin bag?
False teeth may be carried onboard but denture fix is a cream/paste and therefore should not be carried in the cabin bag.
Can I take cigarette lighters and matches in my cabin baggage?
Safety matches (a small packet) and cigarette lighters with fuel fully absorbed in a solid may be carried on one’s person. They are not permitted in cabin or checked baggage.
However, cigarette lighters with a flammable liquid reservoir containing unabsorbed liquid fuel (other than liquid gas), lighter fuel, lighter refills (liquid and gas) and strike anywhere matches are prohibited.
Cigarette lighters cannot be taken through central security search. They may be purchased airside and carried onto the aircraft on the person unless the passenger is travelling to the USA.
Cigarette lighters must not be carried onboard flights to the USA.
Can I take pens/pencils etc in my cabin bag?
Yes.
Customers can take biros and fountain pens with an ink cartridge inserted.
Re-fills and additional ink cartridges should be checked into hold luggage.
Can I take batteries in my cabin bag?
Yes.
TRAVELLING TO THE UK
What restrictions apply when I am travelling TO the UK?
Customers departing on flights to the UK from the rest of the world who are not transferring onto another flight will be able to carry one standard size bag, 56cm x 45cm x 25cm and one briefcase, laptop computer bag or equivalent, unless more stringent local regulations are in force.
However, when customers return from the UK they must comply with the UK Department for Transport requirements, which are:
One cabin bag no bigger than 56cm x 45cm x 25cm, the size of a small laptop bag.
We strongly advise customers to check that the laptop computer bag does not exceed these dimensions. Customers will be required to check larger bags into the hold before they depart a UK airport.
Can I take liquids onboard if I am travelling from the USA and Canada? (NEW)
The Transportation Security Administration in the USA and the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority have relaxed the restrictions on the carriage of liquids through airport security check points on flights departing the USA and Canada. The changes, which are effective from September 26, 2006 allow customers to take with them in their cabin bag limited quantities of certain liquids, gels and aerosols, including travel-size toiletries such as shampoo, suntan lotion, creams, toothpaste, hair gel, hair spray and beverages.
Liquids must not exceed quantities of more than three American ounces or 90ml.
All toiletries and liquids must be carried in a separate clear plastic, zip-top bag that does not exceed 20cm x 19.5cm or 8 inches x 7.5 inches. Items must fit in the bag comfortably and the bag must be completely closed.
At the security check-point, the plastic bag must be removed from the cabin bag and x-ray screened separately.
Customers may now take onboard with them liquid items purchased in the airport once they have cleared security.
Customers carrying liquids with them may be subject to secondary searches before boarding.
However, customers travelling from the USA or Canada who are transferring onto another flight from a UK airport MUST NOT carry ANY liquids with them in their cabin bag. Any liquids, gels or aerosols will be confiscated at security search and will significantly delay your onward journey.
Customers may purchase liquid items once they have cleared security for their final departure from the UK.
TRANSFERRING THROUGH A UK AIRPORT
How much cabin baggage may I take if I am transferring onto another flight through the UK?
Customers transferring through a UK airport onto another flight must adhere to the same hand baggage restrictions as those originating their travel in the UK.
This means customers will be able to carry one small laptop size bag or equivalent no bigger than 56m x 45cm x 25cm and must not carry with them items prohibited by the UK Government.
If customers arrive into the UK to connect with a British Airways flight (irrespective of original carrier), with more than the allowed cabin baggage allowance, they may be refused travel or asked to check additional baggage into the hold, significantly delaying their onward journey.
What restrictions are in place if I am transferring from a flight from the USA and Canada? (NEW)
Customers travelling from the USA or Canada who are transferring onto another flight from a UK airport MUST NOT carry ANY liquids with them in their cabin bag. Any liquids, gels or aerosols will be confiscated at security search and will significantly delay your onward journey.
Customers may purchase liquid items once they have cleared security for their final departure from the UK.
If I am transferring onto a connecting flight through a UK airport can I buy duty free? (UPDATED)
Customers are advised not to purchase duty free items until they have cleared security for their final departure from a UK airport. This will help prevent delays during security screening when they transfer to their onward connection.
When customers have cleared security for their final departure from a UK airport they may purchase any item in any store. Prohibited duty free items will be disposed of during security screening at the boarding gate.
Customers transiting a UK airport with additional hand baggage or prohibited items may be refused travel or asked to check additional baggage into the hold, significantly delaying their onward journey.
MEDICAL
Can I take my medication in my cabin bag?
Yes.
Essential medicines in liquid form may be carried in the cabin bag but must not exceed 50ml and must be verified a GP or pharmacist. Customers will be asked to taste any liquid medicine.
Medicines in non-liquid form may be carried in the cabin bag as normal, provided they fit into a bag 56cm x 45cm x 25cm.
Can I take insulin in my cabin bag?
Yes, up to 50ml may be carried in the cabin bag. This should be sufficient for the majority of insulin users for a two-week holiday.
Quantities over 50ml must be carried in the hold.
If I check my insulin in the hold will it freeze?
The temperature in the hold of a British Airways aircraft does not fall below four degrees Celsius, therefore medications such as insulin will not freeze.
Can I take a specially prepared drink if I am allergic to drinks ordinarily available?
No. Liquids must not be taken onboard.
Can I take walking aids such as wheelchairs/sticks onboard?
Yes. All walking aids must be x-ray screened.
TRAVELLING WITH KIDS
Can I take a separate bag for my children?
Yes. Babies and children are allowed one bag each, which must comply with UK Department for Transport dimensions (56cm x 45cm x 25cm).
Can I take my car seat onboard for my children?
No.
Customers travelling with infants up to two years old can request a child seat or bassinet when bookings are made and up to 24 hours before departure. These are provided on a first come, first serve basis.
Can I take my pushchair?
Yes. All pushchairs must be x-ray screened.
Can I take soft toys, games and activities to keep my children amused during the flight?
Yes, provided the items are not prohibited and fit into a bag no bigger than 56cm x 45cm x 25cm.
Babies and children are allowed one bag each.
Can I take baby food / milk onboard?
Yes but every bottle MUST be tasted by the accompanying adult.
Can I take spare clothing and nappies for my children?
Yes, provided the items are not prohibited and fit into a bag no bigger than 56cm x 45cm x 25cm.
Babies and children are allowed one bag each.
DUTY FREE
Can I purchase items once I have cleared central security search? (UPDATED)
Customers may purchase any item in any store in the departure lounge before departing their FINAL UK airport.
Customers who purchase items such as perfume or cosmetics on their journey into the UK will not be able to take them in their cabin baggage on their return journey from the UK.
Can I purchase items from in-flight retail onboard?
Our High Life Shop! range of tax and duty free goods is available on all flights over two hours. Items available include fragrances, skincare and on non-European routes liquor.
Customers transferring onto another flight through a UK airport should not purchase any items in-flight until their final flight from a UK airport.
Customers transiting a UK airport with more than the cabin baggage allowance or carrying prohibited items may be refused travel, items may be confiscated or customers asked to check additional baggage into the hold, significantly delaying their onward journey.
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Can I take a musical instruments in the cabin? (UPDATED)
Customers may now take musical instruments through central security search provided they can fit through the x-ray machine.
Some airports do not have out-sized x-ray facilities. Customers with larger instruments such as double bass and cellos are encouraged to check with the relevant airport authority before they travel to ensure their instrument will fit through the airport x-ray machines. |
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I checked this out yesterday, cos my mum & dad fly to Tunisia tomorrow - you still can't take drinks, make-up, lipsil, lighters etc through customs, but you can buy them once you are through, and take what you buy onto the plane.
Hope you have a good holiday!!!
P.S. This doesn't apply to US flights, I think that is still different, so you would need to check with your travel agent if thats where you are going. |
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