Hand luggage on the plane. What not to take on a plane

Before you go on vacation, a business trip or just a tourist trip, it is important to think through every little thing that can interfere with the normal course of events. The question of what to take on a plane must necessarily be considered from several angles. The first is what you will need to take on board, the second is what you can take on a plane according to the rules of the airlines, and the third is what is forbidden to be carried into the cabin with you. Let's consider each of the mentioned cases.

What you need to take on board the plane

Of course, the things you need to take with you on a flight often depend on the time that will be spent on the flight itself. The longer the flight, the more essentials you need to have with you. What is useful for passengers making a long flight?

1. Toothbrush, tube of toothpaste and comb. To feel fresh, it is enough to brush your teeth and comb your hair before landing the plane. Washing up on board is easy as water, soap and paper towels are provided by the carrier.
2. Mint gum or mints. Even if you know for sure that you do not experience discomfort during flights, these things should always be in your cosmetic bag.
3. Medicines that you can not do without, as well as essentials - pills for headaches, motion sickness, stomach pain and allergies. Please note that it is better to take medicines in authentic packaging and with instructions for use. If the pills are equated to narcotic drugs, then make sure that there is a prescription from the doctor along with them.
4. Means of entertainment: a book, a magazine, a player - all this will help to distract from a long flight. Remember that listening to the player is prohibited during takeoff and landing of an aircraft, as this may interfere with the aircraft's navigational instruments.
5. Comfortable slippers and earplugs. Some consider these things not very necessary on the plane, but for lovers of comfort and silence, they are simply irreplaceable.
6. When traveling with children, take care of their comfort as well. Take one favorite toy and a book so that the baby does not have time to get bored in flight. You don't need to worry about what to take on a plane with a child, since food and drinks are always provided during long flights.

The dimensions of luggage that you can take with you are also clearly marked. For 1st class passengers it is 40 kg, for business class 30 kg is allowed, and for economy class passengers it is 20 kg.

What is allowed to take on board the aircraft

1. Hand luggage weighing up to 5 kg and not exceeding 45x35x15 cm. hand luggage each passenger has the right to carry one handbag, one coat, fur coat or raincoat, one umbrella or cane, one folder with papers, one baby travel cradle, toiletries, a printed publication and food for the child;
2. Liquids and gels, in containers not exceeding 100 ml and packed in a transparent plastic bag up to 1 liter;
3. One medical thermometer;
4. One mercury tonometer in a standard case;
5. One mercury barometer or manometer packed in a sealed bag or container;
6. Up to 2 kg of dry ice (for the purpose of cooling perishable products);
7. Not more than 100 ml of 3% hydrogen peroxide;
8. Goods purchased in Duty stores Free, packed in authentic zip bags.

It is important to remember that all items arousing suspicion among customs officers will be seized, regardless of their cost and value. Therefore, having bought expensive creams and perfumes, it is better to leave them in your luggage.

What is not allowed on the plane

1. Any of the types of weapons (firearms, gas, cold, pneumatic);
2. Explosives, as well as containers filled with them;
3. flammable liquids, including alcoholic drinks bottled;
4. Toxic and poisonous substances.

Be sure to adhere to all baggage rules on the plane so that your trip is pleasant and exciting, without unnecessary complications.

Hand luggage on an airplane always raises many questions: what can I take with me to the cabin and what can not? What is the maximum carry-on size and weight? What other requirements exist?

To answer these questions, I divided the article into two big block: in the first, an overview of the main rules for carrying hand luggage, and in the second, a summary table with the conditions of specific airlines.

Rules for carrying hand luggage on an airplane

Classic airlines allow you to take checked baggage and hand luggage with you on a trip (at the cheapest fares, baggage can be charged extra, in business class it is allowed to carry twice as much). Low-cost airlines usually only allow hand luggage in the base fare.

As a rule, its dimensions are as follows: 55 cm × 40 cm × 20 cm or 115 cm in the sum of three dimensions. These dimensions vary slightly between airlines, as does the allowable weight.

It is important that not all things can be taken in hand luggage, there are also restrictions - about them below. It is better to know everything in advance so as not to be upset when your favorite manicure set or family knife is taken from you.

What can and cannot be taken as hand luggage on a plane?

The list of allowed things in the cabin is usually the same for everyone, these rules are universal. Particular attention should be paid to liquids.

• The volume of the liquid container should not exceed 100 ml.
• In total, you are allowed to take no more than 1 liter of liquid in hand luggage in total, that is, if you have 10 packages of 100 ml each, this is approx. It is important that all these jars must be in a resealable transparent package.
• The security service will ask you to present this liquid during the search.

What you can take in hand luggage on the plane:

• Electronics: laptop, tablet, camera, mobile phone, electric razor, hair dryer and other small appliances.
• Hygiene products (safety (!) razor, toothbrush, shampoo, toothpaste, creams, varnishes, gels, balms - all up to 100 ml).
• Musical instruments. It is better to clarify this point and all the nuances with the airline in advance.
• Food in reasonable quantities. Nuts, fruits, vegetables, sweets, sandwiches, cakes and other solid foods. Yogurt, jam, honey, jam, soup - in packages of no more than 100 ml.
• Drinks and alcohol in glass and plastic packages not exceeding 100 ml.
• You can take baby food in hand luggage, within reasonable limits (the amount you need during the flight).
• Medicines. If you are carrying too much or containing narcotic substances, you may require a prescription from a doctor.

What can not be taken in hand luggage:

• Weapons or objects imitating weapons (including toys).
• Gas cylinders, flammable liquids, including alcohol with a strength of more than 70%.
• Knives.
• Scissors.
• All other piercing-cutting items (manicure set, forks, knitting needles, syringes, straight razor, tools).
• Sports equipment is most often not allowed in hand luggage, but you need to check with the specific airline.
• Any liquids in packages larger than 100 ml.
• Liquid food and drinks in packages over 100 ml (yogurt, honey, jam).

Almost all of this can be packed into luggage. Any explosive, toxic and flammable liquids, weapons are prohibited for carriage on the plane, including in baggage.

For hand luggage, small backpacks and suitcases are suitable - now they are made specifically so that they can be taken into the cabin of the aircraft. Some airlines allow, in addition to one piece of hand luggage, to take another laptop, camera, handbag, small stroller. But the Pobeda airline, on the contrary, allows you to carry only a handbag / briefcase / umbrella in the cabin - the rest of the things must be packed in 10 kg of luggage.

Hand luggage on an airplane - comparison table by airlines

In addition to the basic rules that all airlines require to comply with, each has its own maximum dimensions and weight of hand luggage, usually within 5-10 kg. These rules often change - before buying tickets, I recommend that you familiarize yourself with the latest information on the official website of the airline on which you plan to fly.

Collected the carry-on baggage allowances of the main Russian and foreign airlines. Dimensions and weights are given for economy fares:

For example, my mother flew an S7 from Tyumen to Kaliningrad for 6,000 rubles round trip when they first introduced a promotional fare without luggage. It seems to be very cheap, but they find fault with the weight and size of hand luggage and force them to pay extra for any excess of the limits. And we flew on, and no one weighed hand luggage, much less measured it, although they have requirements, and we tried to fulfill them.

Nevertheless, it is desirable to meet the specified limits, especially for flights on low-cost airlines.

According to opinion polls, about half of Russians have never flown by plane. This is not surprising, because you can travel around the country (with some exceptions) with comfort using the services railway. At the same time, the price of a train ticket is usually several times cheaper. But sooner or later there is a need to go somewhere by plane. If this is your first flight, then you should prepare for this event with all responsibility. At the moment, there are a number of rules enshrined in law that govern the carriage of baggage by passengers. To avoid problems at the airport, study in advance the information about what you can take with you on the plane. And this article will help you with this.

Items prohibited for carriage in the cabin

There is nothing difficult in collecting luggage. You just need to make sure that prohibited items did not somehow get there, namely:

• weapons (firearms, pneumatic, etc.);
• explosive and flammable substances (including harmless hairspray);
• (knives, scissors, skates), as well as some blunt ones (fishing rods, hockey sticks,

It is also prohibited to transport products of animal origin, namely milk, cottage cheese, cheese, meat. In addition, the carriage of liquids in the aircraft cabin has recently been restricted (with some exceptions). The rules for carrying hand luggage establish that the volume of containers with liquid contents should not exceed 100 milliliters. There can be 10 such bottles in total, that is, the total volume is a liter. They must be packed in a transparent resealable bag and presented at the security desk. Each passenger is entitled to one such package.

But that is not all. If you are flying with a baby, then study the information on what you can take with you on the plane to feed him. As a rule, baby food does not need to be packed in containers, but be ready to present it to the control service, and open it if necessary. The same rule applies to medicines (for which a doctor's prescription must be available). If you want to make sure you don't carry anything prohibited on an airplane, read full list such items in the Rules for the Carriage of Liquids and Cabin Baggage.

What is allowed in the cabin?

Now let's talk about what you can take with you on the plane.

The first is hand luggage (with the exception of prohibited items). Its permissible weight depends on the airline you are flying with (find out details on the official website or call the hotline), and the dimensions should not exceed 115 centimeters in the sum of three dimensions (length, width, height).

The second - things that are allowed to be carried in the cabin in addition to hand luggage. So, what can you take on a plane in excess of the established volume? According to the rules of most airlines, a laptop and a camera are considered personal items, the weight of which is not included in hand luggage. In addition, without weighing, you can carry an umbrella, a shawl or a blanket, several magazines or books. If you are traveling with a child, you can also take their stroller in the cabin if its weight does not exceed 10 kilograms. As you can see, there are many ways to reduce the weight of your carry-on baggage through these "extra" items.

Meals on the plane. What products to take with you?

Let's say a few words about If your flight is long, then you probably want to grab something to eat. After all, food is not always included in the cost of an air ticket, and besides, some simply do not like the food offered on the plane. When planning the edible component of hand luggage, remember about prohibited foods. So, sauces, yoghurts, soups, jellies, jams are liquids, the carriage of which is limited. Therefore, it is better not to risk it and choose something else. What can you take on a plane with food? Non-perishable and slightly smelling foods are ideal: nuts and dried fruits, crackers, chocolate fruits that do not need to be peeled (apples, pears, grapes). This way you won't go hungry in any case and you won't create inconvenience for yourself and other passengers in the form of strong odors, splashes and so on.

Before flying, many people wonder if it is possible to take food on the plane with them. This topic is especially of concern to allergy sufferers, parents with small children and holders of budget tickets. Airlines do not prohibit eating their own products on board, as long as they meet their requirements. Before the flight, you need to familiarize yourself in detail with what you can take with you from food.

Why you should take food

In some cases, food must be taken on the plane because there is none in the cabin. Low-cost airlines such as Pegasus Airlines, WizzAir, and air carriers that provide tickets at a reduced cost (promotional fares) save on the service, so they do not feed their passengers. In this case, taking food with you is a must, especially on a long flight.

In many airlines, the food is not very tasty, there is no choice, and the number of dishes is limited. The products lack salt and other spices, so passengers sometimes refuse them. And some people do not fill up on the proposed set of products, and they need additional food.

Parents with small children need to take special food with them on the plane. Babies eat much more often than adults and need water, cereals, mashed potatoes and other foods throughout the flight.

Another category of passengers who require their own products are allergy sufferers. People with health problems carefully monitor their diet. Foods on the airliner's menu can be life-threatening, so it's important for allergy sufferers to know what to take with them.

Customs restrictions of different countries

Passengers who do not know whether a certain product can be transported to another country may have problems with customs control. The list of products that can be checked in as baggage is much larger than the list of products that are allowed in hand luggage. We must not forget that there are restrictions at customs. Those products that can be freely transported within the country may be banned in the territory of another state. Their weight should not exceed the weight of hand luggage (from 5 to 10 kg).

Country restrictions:

1. European Union. It is forbidden to transport meat and dairy products to EU countries. They are perishable and have a favorable environment for the reproduction of microorganisms. Such processes in products can cause outbreaks of infections. An exception is infant formula. Customs allows passengers with lobsters, oysters, clams, snails, fish and fish products;
2. USA. At the airports of this country, they will not let passengers who take with them sweets with liquor, homemade preparations (cucumbers, tomatoes, mushrooms, lecho), fish, black caviar over 125 g, certain fruits and vegetables. Many farm products are also banned: fresh, smoked, canned meat, dairy products. It is allowed to carry canned food, seasonings, olive oil, biscuits, sweets, hard cheese, dried fruits, powdered drinks, tea in factory packaging, coffee, nuts, rice, pasta;
3. Thailand. Durian fruit is not allowed to be exported because of the specific smell. Other exotic fruits can only be kept in luggage compartment. Only those passengers who bought fruits in Duty Free will be allowed on the plane. Meat and meat products cannot be brought into the country;
4. Great Britain. It is forbidden to import products that are made from animals and plants listed in the Red Book. Entry is possible only for those passengers who have the appropriate permission;
5. Israel. Some types of fruits, fresh and frozen meat and meat products cannot be imported. Skip alcohol and food for children;
6. China. Violation of some laws is punishable by death, so you need to seriously study the order of this country. You can not import: fruits, eggplant, tomatoes, paprika, chili, bell pepper, products from animals and plants. It is strictly forbidden to import food from epidemically dangerous countries.

Important! Periodically in different countries impose quarantine on some types of vegetables, fruits, nuts and tea. Passengers need to know what can and cannot be taken. They need to follow the innovations in the list of permitted products of the state to which they are sent.

What products can be taken from DutyFree

Every traveler looks into a duty free shop, but not everyone knows what products can be purchased there. It is allowed to take on board the aircraft any product purchased and sealed in Duty Free. For a fee, sellers pack them in accordance with the rules of airlines. The check must be kept if there is a transplant in another country (it says exactly where the item was purchased). You cannot open the package with liquid products until the end of the flight, so you will not be able to eat such food on the plane.

All EU countries, except the Netherlands, allow liquids purchased in the duty-free zone outside the European Union to be carried in hand luggage when transferring on their territory. When transplanted in one of the countries of the political association, such products begin to be subject to the rules at the place of stay.

When buying products in duty-free shops, you need to be aware of the restrictions in the country where you are staying. For example, alcohol over 3 liters cannot be imported into Russia.

How to carry liquids

Passengers often do not know whether it is possible to take liquid products, in what quantity and how to carry them. List of liquids that are prohibited to be taken on board the aircraft if the volume of the container containing them is more than 100 ml:

• jelly;
• jam;
• pate;
• sour cream;
• sauce;
• butter;
• cheese (camembert, mozzarella, ricotta, feta, brie);
• cottage cheese;
• canned food;
• aspic;
• confiture;
• pate;
• cottage cheese;
• yogurt;
• chocolate paste.

In order to avoid controversial situations, it is desirable that the volume be indicated on the container. There should be no more than 10 such jars. They must be packed in a transparent bag with a capacity of up to 1 liter. One person can have only one such package. It must be shown to security personnel separately. If the products are in solid packages, then the security may be interested in the contents, so it is better to leave such things in the luggage of the aircraft. Pre-flight control will confiscate any products with a capacity of more than 100 ml, so transporting 20 ml of water in a 200 ml jar will not work. These rules also apply to frozen liquids. Almost all airlines offer their passengers various drinks during the flight. However, there are also those in which you have to pay for every glass of water. In this case, instead of liquid products, people take an empty bottle with them. You can fill it with water at some airports and quench your thirst if necessary.

What food to take

Each airline has its own list of prohibited products. Somewhere it is more, somewhere less. Before the flight, you need to familiarize yourself with the rules and find out what food is allowed to take. This is especially true for products of animal origin. When crossing the border, you need to find out if meat can be transported, since in many countries it is prohibited.

List of products that are allowed to be taken on board:

• dried fruits;
• chocolate;
• biscuit;
• peanut butter;
• nuts;
• fruit;
• sandwiches;
• bars;
• chips;
• drying;
• gingerbread;
• waffles;
• sausages and sausages.

It is forbidden to take a knife into the cabin of the aircraft, so the products must be washed well and cut at home before going to the airport. It is undesirable to take strong-smelling products with you. If they were taken, then good packaging is required. Products should not be perishable and crumble heavily. On the liner you can take a vegetable salad with you. Sunflower oil for dressing must be packaged in accordance with the rules for liquid products.

In order not to take water with you on board the airliner, you can take a few fruits. These products quench thirst well and are allowed in almost all airlines. Along with fruits and vegetables, you can carry sauces in an appropriate container. Passengers who bring items such as jelly pie may not be allowed through by security due to improperly packaged liquid.

When choosing hand luggage, you need to consider its size and weight. Some airlines allow you to take small handbags with you, which fit very little food. These conditions affect the choice of food, so before buying tickets, you need to familiarize yourself with the rules of the company in detail and find out if you can bring food of certain types.

How to eat on the plane for babies

Parents with young children who eat between 6 and 12 meals a day are worried about taking food on a plane. Air carriers meet such passengers and do not apply strict restrictions when transporting children's products. In general, food and drink for babies under 2 years of age is not included in the established general rules for carrying food and liquids in hand luggage on an airplane. They are included in a separate list, in which it is allowed to take the amount of food necessary for the entire flight, including transfers. The attendants warm up adapted milk mixtures, vegetable purees and cereals.

It is allowed to take baby food, fruits, juices and other products for children on the plane. When transplanting, excess food is recommended to be packed in luggage. Airlines adjust to passengers. For example, the Aeroflot company, during a flight that lasts more than 3 hours in economy class and more than 1 hour in business class, offers its customers with babies to eat at the time they want. To do this, you need to call the company's service center 36 hours before the flight or immediately announce the list of necessary products when buying tickets. The code for ordering special meals for children under 2 years old is CHML, for babies - BBML.

Note! For infant formula, medicines (with a doctor's note), and diet foods, take a transparent bag. In case of suspicion, customs officials may ask passengers to open the products and taste the contents.

1. The amount of alcoholic products allowed for transportation is determined by the airline. In addition to her requirements, you need to study the laws of the country you are going to when taking a few bottles of wine. Each state has its own rules for bringing alcohol. Its degree should not exceed 70% because in this case alcohol falls into the category of combustible substances, and it will be confiscated;
2. During the purchase of a ticket in almost any airline, you can order a menu of the desired products. The aviation cuisine of many carriers has an average of 15-20 types of food sets. All passengers can use the service completely free of charge and choose the appropriate in-flight meals;
3. During a long flight, perishable products must be transported in thermal bags. If there are none, then it is better to freeze such food before traveling;
4. You can take items such as sucking candy and chewing gum with you on the plane. When pressure changes during takeoff and landing, they will help to avoid stuffy ears.

Additional Information! For gourmets, there are special ratings that highlight the airlines with the most delicious products on board. Turkish Delight is one of the airlines that has chefs on some of its flights. One of the best organizations is Emirates. The employees of this air carrier take into account the cuisine of the host countries and feed their passengers with traditional food and products.

Aeroflot is Russian airline with delicious meals on board. The menu is updated monthly. The desired products can be ordered not only by parents for their children, but also by vegetarians, passengers on a diet, diabetics or people who restrict their diet due to religious beliefs.

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Before flying, every traveler should ask himself the question: “Am I violating the rules of the country or the airport when I bring this or that product?”. Compliance with the established procedures will make the flight comfortable.

Hand luggage raises many questions. To avoid unpleasant situations when boarding a flight, learn about the basic safety requirements and airline restrictions on luggage on board. Prohibited items, number of pieces, carry-on size and weight, liquids, food and medicine.

What can you take on a plane

If hand luggage is not the only luggage with which you fly, then you should take only the most valuable and necessary items on the road from those allowed for transportation with you on the plane:

• money
• bank cards
• the documents
• equipment and gadgets (phone, camera, computer, tablet)
• jewelry
• fragile items

The rest of the contents of hand luggage depends on the airline's baggage requirements and your desire to carry it all. Take the quiz What can I bring on board?

All relevant information about the rules for carrying hand luggage is posted on the websites of airports and airlines. Safety standards are mandatory for everyone, and the number of pieces, weight and size of hand luggage are regulated by airlines.

What not to take in hand luggage

It is prohibited to transport dangerous items and substances in the aircraft cabin and checked baggage:

• weapon
• flammable substances and liquids
• liquefied gases
• explosives
• toxic/radioactive/poisonous/corrosive substances
• piercing and sharp objects

Seemingly harmless household items cannot be carried in hand luggage: a corkscrew, a nail file with sharp edges and nail clippers, scissors, tweezers, a straight razor, a folding knife, a corkscrew, knitting needles. All this must be checked in, and if it is not there, then look for alternatives or buy it on the spot. For example, an electric razor or a razor with replaceable blocks are allowed in hand luggage, and nail files are soft.

Rules for carrying liquids in hand luggage

How much liquid can you carry?

If additional security measures are not introduced, then in hand luggage it is allowed to carry liquids with a total volume of 1 liter in packages of not more than 100 ml. You can carry any amount of liquids in any volume in your baggage.

Liquids include: water, drinks, creams, lotions, aerosols, gels, foams, pastes, etc. Cosmetics (mascara, lip gloss) are also liquids. Keep in mind that if the 200 ml shampoo bottle is half filled, then it cannot be transported. The liquids of people flying together do not add up.

An exception: baby food necessary for the child during the flight; medicines and diet food with a certificate / prescription from a doctor.

Where can I get 100 ml containers?

Don't throw away shampoo and shower gels that are provided in hotels. Most beauty brands sell or give away makeup mini kits with purchases. You can buy a set of liquid containers and fill them with your own funds.

When passing through the security control, liquids must be presented separately in a transparent resealable bag. You can buy a package that suits your requirements in stationery stores (file with a zip), a Zip-Lock food storage bag or a transparent cosmetic bag with a zipper will also work. Some airlines impose additional restrictions on the size of the bag with liquids: 20x20cm, 18x20cm.

Changes in the rules for the transport of liquids

During the Olympics in Sochi, the Federal Air Transport Agency introduced a complete ban on the transport of liquids on airplanes. Different countries may have their own restrictions - find out the latest information before departure. If during the pre-flight inspection it turns out that you violated the rules for transporting liquids, you will be offered to get rid of the prohibited item yourself (throw it into a special container), discussions on this topic are useless, they can lead to a late boarding or removal from the flight.

Food in hand luggage

You can take fruit, nuts, hard cheese, sausage, muesli bars, sandwiches with you on board. Hand luggage must not contain products prohibited by customs rules and liquids with a volume of more than 100 ml. Water and food can be purchased after security clearance in the "clear zone", most airlines offer meals and drinks on board (included in the ticket or purchased separately). You can take an empty water bottle with you and ask the flight attendant to refill it.

Medications in hand luggage

In hand luggage, it is allowed to carry medicines in their original packaging. Check in advance if your medicines are legal in the country of destination. If medications are prescribed by a doctor, it is better to take it with you. Liquid medicines (gels, aerosols, ointments, ampoules) are subject to the rules for carrying liquids - no more than 100 ml. If the medicine is vital, notify the airport staff and present a certificate from a doctor or an extract from the medical history.

Number of pieces of hand luggage

The number of pieces of hand luggage is regulated by the airline. As a rule, you are allowed to take 1 piece of baggage into the cabin of the aircraft. Business and First Class passengers are allowed 2 pieces of hand luggage. Most major aviation companies do not consider a handbag or a men's briefcase, an umbrella, a laptop, a suit or a dress in a clothing case as a separate place. Budget airlines have strict baggage requirements, following the rule: 1 person = 1 piece of hand luggage. The exception is folding baby strollers, crutches, outerwear. It is almost always allowed to take a Duty Free package on board.

Size and weight of hand luggage

The dimensions and weight of luggage that you can take on board the aircraft also depend on the requirements of the airline, the ticket class and the flight route. Hand luggage can be a small suitcase, backpack, bag.

Standard size requirements for hand luggage: no more than 115 cm in the sum of three measurements (55 × 40 × 20 cm). The weight of hand luggage is 5-10 kg. Example: a standard size suitcase for transportation in the cabin.

At the airport, there is always the opportunity to check the weight at a free check-in counter and transfer extra pounds to checked baggage. If you're flying with hand luggage only, you won't have that chance, so check your hand luggage weight at home on a floor scale or buy a miniature luggage scale that's handy to carry around with you. Low-cost airlines check baggage in a frame, it must fully fit into it, along with wheels and handles.

Check with your airline for information about transporting sports equipment, musical instruments and other oversized items. Before you buy something on a trip, think about whether there is free space in your luggage, you will have to pay extra for excess.

The benefits of traveling light

• You save on airfare
• Things in hand luggage are guaranteed to fly with you (if you do not leave them unattended and do not forget)
• You don't have to stand at the front desk (in most cases)
• You don't wait to collect your luggage, so you'll be the fastest to leave the airport and reach your destination

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