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Heathrow permits containers up to 2 litres at T2–T5. Australia-bound flights have a 100 ml container restriction.

2 L

Maximum per container at Heathrow T2–T5

Liquids in hand baggage

Australia-bound flights: 100 ml maximum per container. Check destination, airline and return-airport rules separately.

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At Heathrow T2–T5, containers up to 2 litres and electronics can stay in the bag. Empty reusable metal/insulated bottles. Australia-bound flights have a 100 ml container restriction. Recheck destination and return-airport rules; do not apply this Heathrow allowance elsewhere.

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Reviewed 2026-10-07

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This is Heathrow screening guidance. Check airline, destination and return-airport restrictions separately. No live queue or permission for the full journey is inferred.

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