Permitted carry-on items
- Liquids, gels or aerosols in containers 100 ml/100 g (3.4 oz.) or less. These containers MUST be placed in one (1) clear, closed and resealable plastic bag no larger than one litre (one quart). One plastic bag is permitted per customer.
- Duty-free liquids, aerosols and gels containing more than 100 ml are permitted as long as they are carried in a duty-free issued Secure Tamper-Evident Bag (STEB). Customers with transfers should be aware that the security bags are valid for a maximum of 48 hours. Purchases must be accompanied by a receipt and the security bag must not be tampered with or opened prior to going through security at a transfer airport.
Non-permitted carry-on items, not allowed past the security checkpoint
- Knives, sports bats, weapons, any prohibited or illegal items, as well as items that may seem harmless but can pose a threat to security.
- Unsealed, open or opaque plastic bags of any size with liquids, gels or aerosols in containers of any size.
- Liquids, gels or aerosols in containers larger than 100 ml/100 g (3.4 oz.) in unapproved containers or packaging.
Items exempt from restrictions: Baby formula, baby food, milk for customers travelling with children less than two years old and prescription and essential non-prescription medicines.
If you are unsure of which items are permitted, Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) website.
Prohibited Items not allowed in carry-on, checked baggage or on your person:
- Transport Canada offers a list of Prohibited Items on All Flights.
- If an item that is illegal in Canada is found at a screening checkpoint, CATSA is required to notify the police.
- Checked baggage containing items that are prohibited on board an aircraft may be opened by authorized security screeners for further inspection. Customers departing a Canadian airport may be contacted by security to be present during the inspection of their baggage.
For more information on Government of Canada requirements and restrictions, go to Transport Canada or Canadian Air Transport Security Authority or phone CATSA at 1-888-294-2202.
Permitted carry-on items
- Liquids, gels or aerosols in containers 100 ml/100 g (3.4 oz.) or less. These containers MUST be placed in one (1) clear, closed and resealable plastic bag no larger than one litre (one quart). One plastic bag is permitted per customer.
- Duty-free liquids, aerosols and gels containing more than 100 ml are permitted as long as they are carried in a duty-free issued Secure Tamper-Evident Bag (STEB). Customers with transfers should be aware that the security bags are valid for a maximum of 48 hours. Purchases must be accompanied by a receipt and the security bag must not be tampered with or opened prior to going through security at a transfer airport.
Non-permitted carry-on items, not allowed past the security checkpoint
- Knives, sports bats, weapons, any prohibited or illegal items, as well as items that may seem harmless but can pose a threat to security.
- Unsealed, open or opaque plastic bags of any size with liquids, gels or aerosols in containers of any size.
- Liquids, gels or aerosols in containers larger than 100 ml/100 g (3.4 oz.) in unapproved containers or packaging.
Items exempt from restrictions: Baby formula, baby food, milk for customers travelling with children less than two years old and prescription and essential non-prescription medicines.
If you are unsure of which items are permitted, Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) website.
Prohibited Items not allowed in carry-on, checked baggage or on your person:
- Transport Canada offers a list of Prohibited Items on All Flights.
- If an item that is illegal in Canada is found at a screening checkpoint, CATSA is required to notify the police.
- Checked baggage containing items that are prohibited on board an aircraft may be opened by authorized security screeners for further inspection. Customers departing a Canadian airport may be contacted by security to be present during the inspection of their baggage.
For more information on Government of Canada requirements and restrictions, go to Transport Canada or Canadian Air Transport Security Authority or phone CATSA at 1-888-294-2202.