Can I take 2 litres of liquid through East Midlands security?
No. Each container must be 100 ml per container; larger containers are not allowed, even if only part full.
Source: East Midlands Airport official page, checked 7 Nov 2026
Quick answer
At East Midlands Airport security, liquids, gels and aerosols in your hand luggage must be in containers of 100 ml per container. No plastic bag needed. Stay in your hand luggage.
Source: East Midlands Airport official page, checked 7 Nov 2026
Container limit
100 ml per container
Source: East Midlands Airport official page, checked 7 Nov 2026
Liquids bag
No plastic bag needed
Source: East Midlands Airport official page, checked 7 Nov 2026
At the scanner
Stay in your hand luggage
Source: East Midlands Airport official page, checked 7 Nov 2026
Laptops and electronics
Electrical items can stay in your hand luggage
Source: East Midlands Airport official page, checked 7 Nov 2026
Do I need a clear plastic bag at East Midlands?
No plastic bag needed.
Source: East Midlands Airport official page, checked 7 Nov 2026
Do I need to take my laptop out at East Midlands?
Electrical items can stay in your hand luggage.
Source: East Midlands Airport official page, checked 7 Nov 2026
What else should I know about East Midlands security?
Exemptions for essential medicines, special diets and baby food or milk.
Source: East Midlands Airport official page, checked 7 Nov 2026
Will the same rule apply on my return flight?
Not necessarily. The liquids rule depends on the scanners at the airport you leave from, and many airports still have a 100 ml limit. Check the airport you fly home from.