Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport liquids and security rules
Flying from Rome? Here is what Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport states about liquids and electronics in hand luggage.
Up to 2 litres
Fiumicino's EDS C3 scanners let you carry liquids in containers of up to 2 litres and leave liquids, laptops and tablets inside your hand baggage. The old 100 ml plus transparent bag rule survives only on the traditional lanes used for direct flights to the USA and Israel from Terminal 1.
| 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 Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport
- Airport's own wording: "Starting from 26 July 2025, in compliance with the new provisions of the European Commission, liquids in hand baggage may be carried in containers with a capacity of up to 2 litres."
- Containers larger than 2 litres are allowed only if completely empty; otherwise they must go in checked baggage.
- "laptops and tablets may continue to remain inside hand baggage, without having to be separated or removed".
- Exception: traditional X-ray screening is unchanged "for direct flights to the USA or Israel operated by airlines that check in at Terminal 1" - there it is 100 ml containers inside a transparent bag of up to 1 litre.
- "LAGs needed during the journey for medical purposes or for a special dietary regimen, including baby food, may be allowed in hand baggage after separation and a dedicated security check."
- The page carried no notice reinstating a general 100 ml limit as at 20 September 2026.
Source: Security checks at Fiumicino Airport | ADR - AEROPORTI DI ROMA. 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 Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport?
Yes, up to 2 litres per container.
Do I need a clear plastic bag at Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport?
No, the airport no longer requires one.