In addition to beverages, many cosmetic products and food items are considered liquids. Liquids include, among others, skin creams, roll-on deodorants, gels, aerosols, toothpaste, jams, and smoothies.


As a general rule of thumb, if a product is pourable or free-flowing, it is considered a liquid. Solid, semi-solid, or soft products that do not change shape during security control are not considered liquids (for example, hair wax, butter,  and cream cheese).  At security control, the classification of a product is based on its actual consistency. For example, honey may be in a solid state, in which case it is not treated as a liquid, or in a runny state, in which case liquid restrictions apply.



Regulations for liquids in hand baggage at Helsinki Airport Departures:


New EU regulation limits the amount of liquids passengers can carry in their hand luggage to 100 ml containers when travelling through EU airports, including Helsinki Airport, beginning September 1, 2024. The total amount of liquids allowed in hand luggage at Helsinki Airport will remain two litres per passenger.

Medical liquids, baby food and special dietary liquids may be carried in hand baggage, in the amount needed during the journey. The container size of these products can be over 100 ml.


Note! Hairspray containers of more than 500 ml are prohibited on the aircraft and may not be carried as hand baggage or checked hold baggage.



Regulations for liquids in hand baggage at Finavia's regional airports and at the security control for transfer passengers at Helsinki Airport


In the security control for transfer passengers at Helsinki Airport and in the security control of Finavia’s regional airports, carrying liquids in hand baggage is allowed if the product is in a package no larger than 100 ml and it is placed in a resealable transparent plastic bag no larger than one litre. 


Medical liquids, baby food and special dietary liquids may be carried in hand baggage, in the amount needed during the journey. The container size of these products can be over 100 ml.