Frankfurt Airport (FRA) liquid rules 2026: 100ml or 2 litres in hand luggage, depending on the checkpoint

Questions about liquids at Frankfurt: 100ml rule, bags, scanners, baby food, duty-free

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Can I take liquids over 100ml through security at Frankfurt (FRA)?

It depends on the checkpoint. 2 litres at most Terminal 1 checkpoints and all Terminal 3 checkpoints; 100 ml at gates C1, C2, C4, C6, some special Terminal 1 checkpoints and transfer checkpoints.

At most security checkpoints in Terminal 1 and at all checkpoints in Terminal 3 , modern CT scanners are in use.

Therefore, you may carry liquids of up to 2 liters in your hand luggage. Packing them in a transparent, resealable bag is not required.

The previous regulations for liquids still apply at the following checkpoints:

Gates C1, C2, C4, C6

Certain special security checkpoints in Terminal 1

Transfer checkpoints (for connecting passengers)

Here, liquids may only be carried in individual containers of up to 100 ml, packed in a transparent, resealable plastic bag with a total capacity of up to 1 liter.

Before your journey, check under “Departures” to find out from which gate you are departing.

Are the liquids rules different by terminal or checkpoint at Frankfurt (FRA)?

At most security checkpoints in Terminal 1 and at all checkpoints in Terminal 3 , modern CT scanners are in use.

Therefore, you may carry liquids of up to 2 liters in your hand luggage. Packing them in a transparent, resealable bag is not required.

The previous regulations for liquids still apply at the following checkpoints:

Gates C1, C2, C4, C6

Certain special security checkpoints in Terminal 1

Transfer checkpoints (for connecting passengers)

Here, liquids may only be carried in individual containers of up to 100 ml, packed in a transparent, resealable plastic bag with a total capacity of up to 1 liter.

Before your journey, check under “Departures” to find out from which gate you are departing.

Does Frankfurt (FRA) have the new CT scanners, and can liquids stay in my bag?

At most security checkpoints in Terminal 1 and at all checkpoints in Terminal 3 , modern CT scanners are in use.

Therefore, you may carry liquids of up to 2 liters in your hand luggage. Packing them in a transparent, resealable bag is not required.

Do liquids have to go in a plastic bag at Frankfurt (FRA), and how big can it be?

At most security checkpoints in Terminal 1 and at all checkpoints in Terminal 3 , modern CT scanners are in use.

Therefore, you may carry liquids of up to 2 liters in your hand luggage. Packing them in a transparent, resealable bag is not required.

The previous regulations for liquids still apply at the following checkpoints:

Gates C1, C2, C4, C6

Certain special security checkpoints in Terminal 1

Transfer checkpoints (for connecting passengers)

Here, liquids may only be carried in individual containers of up to 100 ml, packed in a transparent, resealable plastic bag with a total capacity of up to 1 liter.

Before your journey, check under “Departures” to find out from which gate you are departing.

Can I take baby food and medicines over 100ml through security at Frankfurt (FRA)?

The passages we quote from the official page do not list exemptions for baby food or medicines. Your Europe sets out the standard EU rule and exemptions; check with the airport and your airline before you pack.

What are the liquid rules at Frankfurt (FRA) in 2026, and are they changing?

As of 10 October 2026, the official page says: It depends on the checkpoint. 2 litres at most Terminal 1 checkpoints and all Terminal 3 checkpoints; 100 ml at gates C1, C2, C4, C6, some special Terminal 1 checkpoints and transfer checkpoints. Rules can change at short notice and the airport's page is our only source, so check it again before you fly.

Liquids carried in the aircraft cabin such as aerosols, drinks, toothpaste, cosmetic creams or gels must be carried in a transparent plastic bag - maximum capacity 1 litre - and no container may hold more than 100 ml.

Quoted from Luggage restrictions – Your Europe (checked on 10 October 2026).

Official source: Frankfurt Airport – Security check · checked on 10 October 2026