Bristol Airport liquid rules: Up to 2 litres
Flying from Bristol? 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.
Bristol's next generation security allows liquid containers up to 2 litres, with no clear plastic bag, and liquids, laptops and electronics all stay in your hand baggage.
| 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 Bristol Airport
- Airport states: 'The maximum size of a liquid container will be 2 litres.'
- Airport states: 'Clear plastic bag is no longer required and liquids must fit inside your hand baggage.'
- Airport states: 'Liquids, laptops and electronics can be left in hand baggage.'
- The page is titled around 'next generation technology' but does not name CT or C3 scanner models.
- The security search page does not cover medicines, baby food or duty free; see the airport's separate special assistance pages.
Source: Security Search | Introducing the next generation technology. 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 Bristol Airport?
Yes, up to 2 litres per container.
Do I need a clear plastic bag at Bristol Airport?
No, the airport no longer requires one.
What are the liquid rules at Bristol Airport?
Bristol's next generation security allows liquid containers up to 2 litres, with no clear plastic bag, and liquids, laptops and electronics all stay in your hand baggage.
Has Bristol Airport scrapped the 100ml liquid rule?
Yes. Bristol's next generation security allows liquid containers up to 2 litres, with no clear plastic bag, and liquids, laptops and electronics all stay in your hand baggage.
Do I need to take liquids out of my bag at Bristol Airport?
No. Liquids can stay in your hand luggage at screening.
Do I need to take my laptop out at Bristol Airport?
No. Laptops and tablets can stay in your bag.
Can I take liquid medicine or baby milk through Bristol Airport?
The security search page does not cover medicines, baby food or duty free; see the airport's separate special assistance pages.
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).