Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos liquids and security rules
Flying from Athens? Here is what Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos states about liquids and electronics in hand luggage.
100 ml limit
Athens still applies the 100 ml rule: liquids only in containers of 100 ml or less, in one transparent resealable bag of up to 1 litre, one bag per passenger including children. Take the bag and your laptop out of your hand luggage and put them in separate baskets.
| Liquid container limit | 100 ml limit |
| Clear plastic bag needed | Yes |
| Liquids can stay in your bag | No |
| Laptops can stay in your bag | No |
What this means at Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos
- Airport's own wording: "You may carry liquids in your hand luggage, such as cosmetics & toiletries, only in containers of 100ml or less, in one transparent re-sealable plastic bag of 1liter maximum capacity."
- "The contents must fit completely inside the bag so it can be sealed. Each passenger can carry only one bag of liquids (including children)."
- At the checkpoint: "remove from your hand luggage your 1-litre re-sealable bag containing the liquids you carry"; laptops, tablets and similar devices go in a basket without their case.
- "Liquid medicines, baby food & sterilized water for baby milk necessary for the duration of the flight are exempted." A doctor's note or prescription may be requested; cool packs are allowed where medically needed.
- Duty-free liquids must remain in their security tamper-evident bag from purchase until the final destination.
Source: Security at Airport | AIA. Checked 20 September 2026.
Security rules are set by the airport, but your bag size is set by your airline. Check your bag against every airline here.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take liquids over 100 ml through Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos?
No. Containers must be 100 ml or smaller.
Do I need a clear plastic bag at Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos?
Yes, liquids must go in a clear resealable bag.