Newcastle Airport (NCL) liquid rules 2026: the 100ml limit for liquids in hand luggage

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

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Can I take liquids over 100ml through security at Newcastle (NCL)?

No. Containers up to 100 ml; liquids stay in your bag (next-generation machines); thermos flasks and metal bottles only if empty.

On your next visit, you will notice we have recently implemented 'next-generation' security machines within our security search area. This means passengers can now leave liquids and electrical items in their hand baggage during security screening - making the process quicker and more efficient.

Any liquids, aerosols or gels being carried in hand luggage must be in containers of up to 100ml.

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

On your next visit, you will notice we have recently implemented 'next-generation' security machines within our security search area. This means passengers can now leave liquids and electrical items in their hand baggage during security screening - making the process quicker and more efficient.

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

The passages we quote from the official page do not mention a plastic bag or a limit on the number of bags. GOV.UK sets out the standard rule and exemptions for UK airports on its hand luggage restrictions page; check with the airport and your airline before you pack.

The rules for carrying liquids in your hand luggage depend on the airport.

At most airports, you cannot take liquids in containers larger than 100ml through security. This still applies if the container is only part full.

Some airports may allow you to take liquid in containers that hold up to 2 litres of liquid.

Quoted from Hand luggage restrictions at UK airports – Liquids (checked on 10 October 2026).

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

The passages we quote from the official page do not list exemptions for baby food or medicines. GOV.UK sets out the standard rule and exemptions for UK airports on its hand luggage restrictions page; check with the airport and your airline before you pack.

Can I take a reusable bottle or flask through security at Newcastle (NCL)?

Any liquids within double-skinned containers, such as thermos flasks or thermal water bottles, including single layered metal bottles are not able to be scanned and therefore will not be permitted through security. Empty double and single skinned containers are permitted.

What are the liquid rules at Newcastle (NCL) in 2026, and are they changing?

As of 21 October 2026, the official page says: No. Containers up to 100 ml; liquids stay in your bag (next-generation machines); thermos flasks and metal bottles only if empty. Rules can change at short notice and the airport's page is our only source, so check it again before you fly.

The rules for carrying liquids in your hand luggage depend on the airport.

Some airports may allow you to take liquid in containers that hold up to 2 litres of liquid.

Quoted from Hand luggage restrictions at UK airports – Liquids (checked on 10 October 2026).

Official source: Newcastle International Airport – Preparing for Security Search · checked on 21 October 2026 (the site blocks simple automated requests or needs JavaScript, so we read it in a browser)