Málaga–Costa del Sol Airport liquid rules: 100 ml limit
Flying from Málaga–Costa del Sol? 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.
Málaga still applies the 100 ml rule: containers of 100 ml or less in one transparent resealable bag of up to 1 litre, one per passenger. The bag and your laptop go in separate trays at the checkpoint.
| 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 Málaga–Costa del Sol Airport
- Aena publishes one network-wide hand-luggage rule for all its Spanish airports; the Málaga airport pages carry no separate liquids rule.
- Laptops "must be taken out of their cases or sleeves and put into separate security trays."
- Liquid medicines needed for the trip are exempt from the restrictions.
- Special-diet liquids for children are allowed with proof of the specific condition.
- Duty-free liquids must stay in the approved sealed security bag with the receipt.
- Aena's own pages make no mention of scanners that would allow larger containers or leaving liquids and laptops in the bag.
Source: Hand luggage | Aena. 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 Málaga–Costa del Sol Airport?
No. Containers must be 100 ml or smaller.
Do I need a clear plastic bag at Málaga–Costa del Sol Airport?
Yes, liquids must go in a clear resealable bag.
What are the liquid rules at Málaga–Costa del Sol Airport?
Málaga still applies the 100 ml rule: containers of 100 ml or less in one transparent resealable bag of up to 1 litre, one per passenger. The bag and your laptop go in separate trays at the checkpoint.
Has Málaga–Costa del Sol Airport scrapped the 100ml liquid rule?
No. Málaga still applies the 100 ml rule: containers of 100 ml or less in one transparent resealable bag of up to 1 litre, one per passenger. The bag and your laptop go in separate trays at the checkpoint.
Do I need to take liquids out of my bag at Málaga–Costa del Sol Airport?
Yes. Take liquids out of your bag at screening, according to the airport.
Do I need to take my laptop out at Málaga–Costa del Sol Airport?
Yes. Take laptops out of your bag at screening, according to the airport.
Can I take liquid medicine or baby milk through Málaga–Costa del Sol Airport?
Liquid medicines needed for the trip are exempt from the restrictions.
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).