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You'll get at least one checked in 23kg bag included as part of your ticket unless you're flying Economy Light. 

We recommend you check your bags in at least 2 hours before you fly. Some things you can hand to us at the gate - like musical instruments and pushchairs. Just make sure you've paid for any additional baggage if it exceeds your standard allowance.

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Permissions and restrictions

Liquid restrictions

Find out about the current restrictions for carrying liquids in your hand baggage



US baggage screening

What happens when your check in baggage gets searched in the US



Dangerous items

What you can and can't bring onto the aircraft



Powder restrictions

Find out about the current restrictions for carrying powders in your hand baggage



UK food restrictions

Some foods can't be bought into the UK.



TSA Pre✓®

To benefit from faster security you'll need to aply for TSA Pre✓® and Global Entry



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