Can you take deodorant in hand luggage?
Yes, within the liquids rules. GOV.UK counts spray deodorants as liquids, so at most UK airports the container must be 100 ml or less, and some airports allow up to 2 litres.
Deodorant in hand luggage and hold luggage (UK)
| Item | Hand luggage | Hold luggage |
|---|---|---|
| Spray deodorant | Yes, as a liquid (100 ml container at most airports; up to 2 litres at some) | If possible pack liquids in hold luggage |
These rules apply at UK airports. GOV.UK says the rules for carrying liquids depend on the airport: at most airports you cannot take liquid containers larger than 100 ml through security, even if the container is only part full, while some airports allow containers of up to 2 litres. See which UK airports have changed on our UK airports liquids list and check the airport you fly from, any airports you travel through, and your return journey. If a transparent bag is required it must be single, resealable, hold no more than a litre and measure about 20 cm x 20 cm, one bag per person.
GOV.UK names spray deodorants in its list of liquids. It does not name solid sticks or roll-ons, so we make no claim about them here.
Airport security staff can refuse anything they consider dangerous, even if it is normally allowed, and your airline may add its own limits, so check with your airline if you are unsure. Other countries have their own rules, so check the rules at your destination and any connecting airports too.
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Source: GOV.UK: Hand luggage restrictions at UK airports, Liquids. Checked 12 October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
- Can you take deodorant in hand luggage?
- Spray deodorants count as liquids under GOV.UK rules, so at most UK airports the container must be 100 ml or less. Some airports allow containers of up to 2 litres.
- Can you put deodorant in hold luggage?
- GOV.UK says that if possible you should pack liquids in your hold baggage, which is luggage that you check in.
- Can I take a full-size deodorant spray through security?
- At most UK airports, no: containers larger than 100 ml are not allowed through security, even if only part full. Some airports allow up to 2 litres. Check your airport.
Checked 12 October 2026 against GOV.UK. Rules change and airport staff have discretion, so confirm with your airline close to your travel date.