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Liquids Allowed in Flight — The 100ml Rule Explained

Updated June 25, 2026 | 4 min read

The liquid rules confuse everyone. Here's the simple truth about what you can and can't carry through Indian airport security.

The 100ml Rule

📏 The Rule is Simple

Each liquid container must be 100ml or less. All containers must fit in one transparent zip-lock bag (max 1 litre). One bag per passenger.

What Counts as "Liquid"?

ItemCabin (Hand Bag)Check-in
Water bottle (filled)❌ No✅ Yes
Water bottle (empty)✅ Yes✅ Yes
Perfume/deodorant (≤100ml)✅ Yes (in zip-lock)✅ Yes
Shampoo/sunscreen (≤100ml)✅ Yes (in zip-lock)✅ Yes
Toothpaste✅ (it's a paste, ≤100ml)✅ Yes
Medicine (liquid)✅ Yes (with prescription)✅ Yes
Baby formula/milk✅ Yes (reasonable qty)✅ Yes

Pro Tips

  • 💧 Carry empty bottle: Fill it at water fountains after security — free unlimited water
  • 🧴 Buy travel-size toiletries: 50ml versions available at most chemists
  • 🛍️ Duty-free liquids: Must be in sealed bags with receipt visible
  • 📦 Big bottles: Put in check-in luggage (no size limit in checked bags)
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