When travelling from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL), understanding the baggage rules in advance can save you time, hassle, and unexpected charges. Whether you’re flying with a budget airline like Ryanair or a full-service carrier, here’s what you need to know about hand luggage, hold luggage, and restricted items.
✈️ Hand Luggage Allowance at Liverpool Airport
Each airline sets its own cabin bag policy, but Liverpool Airport follows UK Government security regulations, which apply to all passengers:
- Liquids: You can carry liquids in containers up to 100ml. All liquids must fit inside a clear resealable plastic bag (max 1 litre). This includes gels, pastes, creams, sprays, and aerosols.
- Electronics: Laptops, tablets, and large electrical items must be taken out of your hand luggage and placed in a separate tray during security screening.
- Size & Weight: Airlines such as Ryanair, easyJet, and Wizz Air allow a small cabin bag (e.g. 40 x 20 x 25cm), with the option to pay for a larger one or priority boarding. Always check your airline’s specific requirements.
🧳 Hold Luggage (Checked Baggage)
If you’re checking in a suitcase:
- Weight limits typically range from 15kg to 23kg, depending on the airline and your ticket type.
- Excess baggage fees apply at check-in if you go over the limit – these can be very expensive, especially at the airport.
- Label your bags clearly with your name, address, and contact number.
🚫 Prohibited Items at Liverpool Airport
The following items are not allowed in cabin baggage and must go in the hold (if allowed at all):
- Sharp items like scissors, razors, knives
- Flammable substances (including lighter fluid, fireworks, aerosols over 100ml)
- Sports equipment such as bats, golf clubs, and darts
- Work tools, certain batteries, and self-defence sprays (like pepper spray)
Check the full list of restricted items on the Liverpool Airport official website.
🛍️ Duty-Free and Airport Shopping
Liquids purchased after security (including duty-free) are allowed in your hand luggage, even if over 100ml, as they are sealed in a security-approved bag with proof of purchase.
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