Birmingham Airport liquid rules: Up to 2 litres
Flying from Birmingham? The verdict, the airport's own wording and its source link are below. Checked 20 September 2026 against the airport's own website. Same rules for hand luggage and carry-on.
Birmingham allows liquids in containers up to 2 litres and everything stays in the bag - liquids and all electricals are left in your hand luggage during the search.
| Liquid container limit | Up to 2 litres |
| Clear plastic bag needed | No |
| Liquids can stay in your bag | Yes |
| Laptops can stay in your bag | Yes |
What this means at Birmingham Airport
- Airport states: 'Liquids, pastes and gels, in containers up to 2 litres, should be left in hand luggage during the security search.'
- Airport states: 'All electricals to remain in hand luggage during the security search.'
- Security FAQs state: 'Yes, you can now take liquids, pastes and gels in compliant containers up to 2 litres in capacity in your hand luggage.'
- Security FAQs state: 'Please keep any large electrical items, including iPads, Kindles/e-readers, laptops and tablets in your hand luggage.'
- No clear plastic bag requirement is mentioned.
- Prescription medicines allowed in cabin baggage with supporting medical documentation.
- Baby food: enough for the journey to your destination; may be additionally screened.
- Body scanners use millimetre waves and produce a stick-figure silhouette, not an image.
Source: Security advice | Birmingham Airport. 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 Birmingham Airport?
Yes, up to 2 litres per container.
Do I need a clear plastic bag at Birmingham Airport?
No, the airport no longer requires one.
What are the liquid rules at Birmingham Airport?
Birmingham allows liquids in containers up to 2 litres and everything stays in the bag - liquids and all electricals are left in your hand luggage during the search.
Has Birmingham Airport scrapped the 100ml liquid rule?
Yes. Birmingham allows liquids in containers up to 2 litres and everything stays in the bag - liquids and all electricals are left in your hand luggage during the search.
Do I need to take liquids out of my bag at Birmingham Airport?
No. Liquids can stay in your hand luggage at screening.
Do I need to take my laptop out at Birmingham Airport?
No. Laptops and tablets can stay in your bag.
Can I take liquid medicine or baby milk through Birmingham Airport?
Prescription medicines allowed in cabin baggage with supporting medical documentation. Baby food: enough for the journey to your destination; may be additionally screened.
Are liquid rules the same at my destination airport?
Not always. Rules vary by airport, so check your destination and any connecting airports, including your return journey (GOV.UK).