Keflavík International Airport liquid rules: 100 ml limit
Flying from Reykjavík? The verdict, the airport's own wording and its source link are below. Checked 27 October 2026 against the airport's own website. Same rules for hand luggage and carry-on.
Keflavík states a maximum of 100 ml per container, all inside one transparent one-litre zip-lock bag, one bag per passenger. Laptops and large electronic devices come out of the bag.
| Liquid container limit | 100 ml limit |
| Clear plastic bag needed | Yes |
| Liquids can stay in your bag | Not stated |
| Laptops can stay in your bag | No |
What this means at Keflavík International Airport
- Airport states: "Each unit of packaging may be a maximum of 100ml (1dl) of liquid. All packaging must fit into a transparent one (1) litre plastic zip-lock bag. Each passenger may have one bag."
- Airport states: "Remove laptops and large electronic devices from your hand luggage."
- "Use our designated area to dispose of any liquids or prohibited items before you reach security."
- Liquid medication you need on the flight is permitted but, per the airport, "All medication in liquid form must be removed from the bag before the bag goes through the x-ray machine."
Source: Security check at Keflavik airport | Isavia. Checked 27 October 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take liquids over 100 ml through Keflavík International Airport?
No. Containers must be 100 ml or smaller, according to the airport.
Do I need a clear plastic bag at Keflavík International Airport?
Yes. The airport says liquids must go in one transparent resealable bag.
What are the liquid rules at Keflavík International Airport?
Keflavík states a maximum of 100 ml per container, all inside one transparent one-litre zip-lock bag, one bag per passenger. Laptops and large electronic devices come out of the bag.
Do I need to take my laptop out at Keflavík International Airport?
Yes. The airport says laptops go in a separate tray or must be removed from the bag.
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).