For an easy passage through the security check, make sure you're properly prepared.
The security check – an overview
At home – The right way to pack
Check in advance what should go in your checked baggage and what should go in your hand baggage. For safety reasons, certain items are not permitted on flights at all.
Checked baggage and hand baggage
- Rechargeable batteries, standard batteries and power banks as well as E-cigarettes must be packed in your hand baggage. A maximum of 2 power banks, each with a capacity of up to 100 watt-hours, and 18 batteries, each with a capacity of up to 100 watt-hours, may be carried in hand luggage only.
- Liquid regulation for passengers who begin their journey in Zurich
Liquid containers with a capacity of up to 2 litres are permitted in hand luggage. Exception: Double-walled containers (thermos) must be empty - Liquids regulation for transfer passengers Liquids are only permitted in hand baggage in containers of max. 100 ml. Pack these into a resealable 1-litre plastic bag while at home. You may also take larger quantities of liquid medication, baby food and special foods that you require for the journey in your hand baggage. All other liquids must be transported in your checked baggage. Double-walled containers (thermos) must be empty.
- Knives and scissors with blades over 6 cm in length are only permitted in checked baggage.
- Lighters and matches are not permitted in either hand baggage or checked baggage. You may carry one lighter or box of matches on your person.
- Fuel pastes, sparklers, fireworks, paints, acids,toxic and corrosive substances, gas cartridges etc. are not permitted in luggage at all.
- Tools (e.g. screwdrivers) with a blade length of over 6 cm are only permitted in checked baggage.
- Blunt objects that could cause significant harm to persons or the aircraft are only permitted in checked baggage. Examples of prohibited items include: hammers, chisels, screwdrivers, baseball bats, golf clubs, martial arts equipment.
- Please do not use padlocks to secure your baggage. It is best to use TSA-certified locks for registered baggage.
This list is not exhaustive. More information can be obtained from your Airline.
At the Airport – Get ready for security Check
Passengers who begin their journey in Zurich (local passengers)
Connecting (transfer) passengers
Health-related information
For pregnant women
For pregnant women
The metal detector as well as the security scanner at the security check is not hazardous to pregnant women or their unborn babies. The regulations regarding pregnancy differ from airline to airline. Please ask your airline how late into your pregnancy you are allowed to fly and whether you require a doctor's certificate.
For people with implants (artificial joints, prostheses, etc.)


