UK travellers must still comply with the 100ml liquid restriction at several airports, including four in Scotland, even as other airports have upgraded to allow up to two litres. The rule applies to liquids, gels, pastes, sprays and aerosols, which must be in containers of 100ml or less.
Airports Still Enforcing the 100ml Rule
The following UK airports continue to enforce the 100ml container cap: Manchester, Teesside, Aberdeen, Isle of Man, London City, Southampton, Newcastle, Leeds Bradford, Cardiff, Liverpool, Inverness, East Midlands, London Luton, London Stansted, Norwich, Glasgow Prestwick and Glasgow International.
Airports That Have Scrapped the 100ml Limit
Some airports have scrapped the 100ml restriction entirely, moving to a two-litre allowance. These include Bristol, Belfast International, Belfast City, Gatwick, Edinburgh, Heathrow and Birmingham. At these airports, passengers can generally keep liquids and large electronics in hand luggage.
Mixed Rules at Some Airports
Some airports now permit liquids to remain inside cabin baggage while still enforcing the 100ml container cap. Passengers are advised to check with their departure airport before arriving.
What Counts as a Liquid
Government guidance reminds passengers that liquid regulations vary by airport, with the majority still barring containers larger than 100ml through security. The GOV.UK list of restricted liquids includes drinks, soup, jam, honey, syrups, creams, lotions, oils, perfumes, mascara, sprays, aerosols, gels, pastes, toothpaste and contact lens solution. Items many passengers overlook, such as soft cheese, nut butters, spreads, yoghurts, sauces and semi-liquid foods, are also treated as liquids.
