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London Stansted Main Terminal — liquid rules

Airlines: Ryanair (dominant), easyJet, Jet2

Short answer

UK 100ml rule applies. Stansted has not rolled out CT scanners at the main security area — 100ml is the rule.

Rule basis: Stansted has a single terminal with a single security checkpoint feeding all departure gates.

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Security at this terminal

UK 100ml rule applies. Stansted has not rolled out CT scanners at the main security area — 100ml is the rule.

FAQs

What's the liquid rule at Stansted Main Terminal?

The standard 100ml-container rule applies. Each liquid, gel or paste must be in a container of 100ml or smaller, all fitting inside a single 1-litre clear plastic bag.

Is Stansted security still 100ml?

Yes. Stansted has not rolled out the new CT-scanner allowance. Pack to the 100ml rule.

Check the full airport rule