Banned Items
The exact list of banned items on flights can vary depending on the airline, the country of origin, and the destination. These rules may also differ on international flights and domestic flights. However, there are certain items that are typically banned on flights worldwide. Here is a general list of prohibited items on flights:
Frequently Asked Questions
Dangerous goods are materials or substances that have the potential to cause harm to people, property, or the environment, such as explosives, flammable gases, corrosives, and radioactive materials.
Prohibited goods pose a safety risk to passengers, crew, and the aircraft itself. Therefore, airlines have strict policies in place to regulate the transport of such items on flights.
No, knives come under sharp objects which are considered dangerous goods and are not allowed on flights.
Yes, you can bring lithium batteries on a flight, but only in limited quantities and under certain conditions. For example, lithium-ion batteries must be installed in devices, and spare batteries must be placed in carry-on baggage.
Yes, you can bring perfume on a flight, but only in limited quantities and under certain conditions. For example, the perfume must be in a container of 100ml or less and placed in a clear, resealable plastic bag.
Yes, you can bring alcohol on a flight, but only in limited quantities and under certain conditions.
Yes, you can bring shampoo and other toiletries on a flight, but only in limited quantities and under certain conditions. For example, they must be in a container of 100ml or less and placed in a clear, resealable plastic bag.
Yes, you can bring electronic cigarettes on a flight, but only in limited quantities and under certain conditions. For example, electronic cigarettes and spare batteries must be carried in carry-on baggage only.
No, matches and lighters are inflammable and are considered harmful goods and are not allowed on flights.
If you bring any banned items on a flight, you could face legal penalties, fines, and imprisonment. Additionally, the dangerous goods could cause harm to people, property, and the environment.
Apart from flammable liquids, yes, liquids like shampoo, perfume, deodorant, and water bottle are allowed in flights. There may be certain restrictions on the quantity and packaging of liquids.
Following are the things not allowed in hand carry baggage:
- Flammable items
- Lithium batteries
- Explosives
- Weapons
- Select liquids
- Aerosols