London Gatwick Airport liquids rules

At Gatwick you can take liquids in containers up to 2 litres each and keep them and your laptop in your bag, but metal or double-walled bottles must be empty.

Largest container

Up to 2 litres

Clear bag needed

Not stated

Liquids stay in bag

Yes

Laptops stay in bag

Yes

Every lane

Yes, all lanes

Laptops, tablets and other large electricals can stay in your bag, though staff may still ask you to take them out. The 2-litre limit has applied since about July 2025.

Medicines, baby food and duty-free in sealed bags are exempt from the 100 ml limit. Rules vary by airport, so check your return and connecting airports too.