Hand luggage

Find out about restrictions on liquids and items you can carry, regulations and practices regarding hand luggage dimensions.

See the FAQ on items authorized in the cabin.

Items forbidden in the cabin

Some items are forbidden in the cabin. If such items are found during security check, they will be destroyed. Below is a partial list of such items:
- firearms and imitations
- knives and blades
- blunt instruments (baseball bat, skateboard, various sticks, etc.)
- chemical and biological substances
- liquids, aerosols, gels and pastes in containers larger than 100 ml (drink, mineral water, soups, perfume, lotions, creams, shower gels, shampoo, toothpaste, liquid soap, deodorant, etc.).

For further details, see the official document on restrictions concerning these items :

FAQ: what may I carry in my hand luggage? 

• Download document "Restricted items" – PDF, 310Ko

Important: flights to some countries (e.g. the United States) are subject to special restrictions. Please contact your airline to get more information.

Regulations concerning the transport of liquids in the cabin

See the DGAC list of items to place in this single bag :

• Download document "Restrictions on liquids" - PDF, 300K

Exceptions :
There are a few exceptions to the restrictions on the transport of liquids:
- liquid medicines required during the trip – you must have your prescription in your name with you,
- baby food (if travelling with an infant) – use resealable containers as you may be asked to taste the products during security checks,
- purchases made in the Aéroports de Paris duty free shops– in some cases, the shop may place the items in a sealed bag.

Dimension and weight limits hand luggage

Hand luggage dimensions are usually limited to 115 linear cm (total length + width + height) on regular flights. Inquire from your airline regarding the weight limit. Caution: these limits may vary between airlines; be careful if you are taking connecting flights.

• See the list of airlines