Jet2, Ryanair, TUI and easyJet share most common items banned from hand luggage

When it comes to packing your luggage for your trip away, there are so many rules and regulations that you have to follow.

Whether it is the baggage size, weight and let alone what you can pack, it seems like a lot of airlines are tightening their rules for baggage allowance.

However, airlines Jet2, Ryanair, Tui and easyJet have the seven common items which have been banned from hand luggage.

Of course, every airport differs around the UK and from around the world with what they allow and disallow. But you might want to make a note for the next time that you're travelling away.

Thankfully, experts from Haypp are here to help. They've looked at some of the most commonly confused packing rules that Brits frequently get wrong and could even lead to missed flights.

Vapes

The item can sometimes be confusing where you can pack the item. However, it turns out that vape devices and e-cigarettes should be packed in carry-on luggage only. Let's not forget that you can take with you a maximum of 20 batteries.

Meanwhile, refills and e-liquids must also be kept in hand luggage with a maximum bottle size of 100ml, as this relates to the 100ml rule in most airports.

Both of these items need to be packed in your hand luggage, however, they do not need to be in your checked-in baggage. This is due to the lithium batteries being inside the vape.

Nevertheless, if airport security finds the items in the wrong place they can confiscate them.

Electrical devices

This can include items such as laptops or hairdryers something which most of us take abroad. These particular devices have to be removed from hand luggage and placed in a separate screening tray when you go through airport security.

However, if you plan on flying to the USA anytime soon, then you must also make sure that any electrical devices are charged and can be switched on upon request.

Frozen breast milk

As you're probably aware, the rules on food and liquids differ when it comes to baby food and milk.

You can carry breast milk in hand luggage. However, this is where it starts to become complicated as you can’t carry frozen breast milk in hand luggage at all.

Instead, you can either pack the frozen breast milk in hold luggage or bring cooling gel packs to keep the milk cold for the flight.

Cigarette lighter

Cigarette lighters are allowed but you can only take one per person. If you do plan to take a lighter then this should be put inside a clear liquid bag and should be kept inside the bag for the duration of the flight. You can't put lighters inside hold luggage at all.

Foods

Contrary to popular belief, you can bring your food to the airport. Even better if you want to keep costs low and avoid paying for an overpriced sandwich at the airport.

This will include solid food such as a sandwich and snacks which are allowed. Some foods that are spreadable like jam or hummus are not allowed though as they count towards your liquid allowance.

Depending on your destination you may have to eat or discard any uneaten foods before you land due to customs regulations, but if it’s to eat on the plane you’re totally fine.

Sporting goods

While the Euros are coming to an end on the weekend, many Brits will be heading off on sport-related trips. But it turns out that many sporting goods have to be packed and checked in separately.

This is because they could potentially be used as a weapon. Meanwhile, cricket bats will have to be checked in, along with wickets and any spiked shoes or boots.

Hair dye

While many people will plan to get their hair done before a holiday, some Brits might want an extremely fresh colour as soon as they land.

However, it turns out that hair dye is banned from aircraft as it contains dangerous chemicals. So, you might want to make sure to get those salon appointments early.