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Yes, all kinds of liquids, aerosols and gels (LAG) can be brought in flights, but with a certain amount as regulated by the airline. Passengers can place in hand baggage.

Liquids, aerosols and gels brought in flights must obey the following notes:
• LAG items such as drinks, creams, perfumes, sprays, gels and toothpaste must be in containers that have a maximum capacity of 100 ml/mg.
• All LAG containers should fit comfortably in a transparent resealable plastic bag.
• Each passenger is limited to only one transparent resealable plastic bag with a volume no greater than 1000ml. Bags such as freezer bags (20 cm x 20 cm or 25 cm x 15 cm) sold in most supermarkets are ideal for this purpose.
• Please ensure that the circumference of the four sides of the transparent resealable plastic bag does not exceed 80 cm.

All sports equipment, including golfing equipment, will be carried as part of the free checked baggage allowance, and will be subject to excess baggage charges if overweight.
Free baggage allowance and allowed dimension:
- First Class: 2 pieces weighing 50 kg (110lbs) / not exceeding 158 cm (62 inch)
- Business Class: 2 pieces weighing 40 kg (88lbs) / not exceeding 158 cm (62 inch)
- Economy Class: 2 pieces weighing 30 kg (66lbs) / not exceeding 158 cm (62 inch)
- Passenger traveling with infants (on any class of travel): 10kg, including one bag with maximum dimensions of 115 cm (45 inch), which may be carried as cabin baggage and; One fully collapsible baby pushchair or stroller or carrying basket.

For itinerary does not include destinations in the United States: If your route is operated by other airlines other than Emirates Airlines on the same ticket as your flights of Emirates, baggage rules can be applicable for these sectors differently.

For existing reservations, your issued ticket will provide full details of your checked baggage allowances for each flight in your itinerary. You should check baggage allowances carefully before reserving, please contact for information on Emirates codeshare flights operated by other airlines, or contact the airline in question for non-codeshare flights.

For itinerary departing in the United States: baggage rules can be applicable for these sectors differently:

If your first flight is within Emirates, the baggage allowance policy of Emirates Airlines will be applicable for the all itineraries, including flights on other airlines.

If your first flight is not within Emirates Airlines, the baggage allowance policy of the first airline may be applicable to the whole route. According to the regulations of US Department of Transportation, they require the airlines to apply the baggage allowance policy of the first carrier of the journey to the whole route.

The baggage allowance policy that applies to your specific route will be displayed during the reservation process on website, and on your eticket receipt.

If baggage policy of another airline applies to your reservation, any additional baggage allowance can be bought from that airline only – discounts may be applicable for paying in advance or via the website of that carrier.

For itinerary travelling to the United States: If your route includes flights operated by other airlines other than Emirates, on the same ticket as your Emirates flights, baggage rules can be applicable for these sectors differently.

The baggage allowance policy that applies to your specific route will be displayed during the reservation process on website, and on your eticket receipt.

When you fly with Emirates, you can enjoy the following checked baggage allowances Weight concept:
Checked baggage allowances Weight is 30kg for Economy Class.
Checked baggage allowances Weight is 40 kg for Business Class.
Checked baggage allowances Weight is 50 kg for First Class.

Applied to tickets issued on or after 15th November 2014: personal items with total dimensions exceed 300cm (118 inches) will not be carried as checked baggage, and must be carried as cargo or freight. There are no exceptions to this regulation.
Checked baggage allowances policy for North America or South America and Canada as follows:

For itineraries in Canada, North or South America, different checked baggage allowances policy maybe applicable. For Canada and North America, passengers are allowed two bags with the maximum weight up to 23kg each piece in Economy Class, and two bags up to 32kg each piece in Business Class or First Class. For South America, passengers are allowed two bags up to 32kg each piece in all ticket classes.
For itineraries from Asia, Australia, or New Zealand to North America or South America including a sector in Africa or Europe, the checked baggage allowances weight concept will be applicable for the entire ticketed route.

Total dimensions of each piece do not exceed 59 inches (150cm). Passengers with items exceed the dimensions, they will be charged an extra fee. If total dimensions of items are larger than 300cm (118 inches), they cannot be carried as checked baggage, and must be carried as freight or cargo.

Note that Passengers with two pieces of baggage in all three classes including Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class, the total combined dimensions of two pieces do not exceed 300cm (118 inches).

According to the regulation of Emirates, the amount of carry-on baggage passengers may bring depends on every ticket class.

Passengers with Business Class and First Class are allowed to bring two pieces of cabin baggage: one briefcase plus either one garment bag or one handbag. The briefcase does not exceed 45 x 35 x 20cm (18 x 14 x 8 inches); the handbag does not exceed 55 x 38 x 20cm (22 x 15 x 8 inches); the garment bag is not more than 20cm (8 inches) thick when folded. The each piece weight does not exceed 15lb (7kg).

Passengers with Economy Class are allowed to bring one piece of cabin baggage, either a handbag or laptop bag that does not exceed 22 x 15 x 8 inches (55 x 38 x 20cm) and the weight is not more than 7kg (15lb).

Note for passengers on board in India, cabin baggage size does not exceed 45.3 total inches or 115cm (length + width + height).

Duty free purchased items such as perfume, cigarettes, and liquor are also allowed in suitable amounts for all ticket classes. However, liquid restrictions in many different airports may prevent these items from getting past security screening checkpoints. Passengers should check information carefully about liquid restrictions.

Passengers with any ticket class who are flying with an infant are allowed one additional piece of checked-in baggage that does not exceed 55 x 38 x 20cm (22 x 15 x 8 inches) in size or 10kg (22lb) where the weight concept is applicable and 23kg (50lb) where the piece concept is applicable.

Additionally, Passengers travelling with infants are allowed to bring one fully collapsible stroller or one carry-cot into the cabin of the aircraft if the space is available on the aircraft. If the space is unavailable for these items in the cabin of the aircraft, they must be checked. However, if checked, they will not count against your baggage allowance.

Liquid restrictions on Carry-on baggage is now applicable to all passengers boarding from or transiting via Dubai International Airport as well as a lot of other airports worldwide.

Flights to Australia and New Zealand, have extra checks on aerosols, liquids, and gels at the departure point– any item which does not comply with the restrictions of the security checkpoint below will be confiscated.

Note that these checks may stop you from bringing duty free liquid items bought before these flights, including items bought on board, if they are carried as part of your normal carry-on (hand) baggage.

Items purchased in Dubai International Airport can be sealed and delivered in a separate way to the airplane, for collection upon arrival at your final destination, for passengers travelling to or through certain countries with these restrictions.

So as to ensure that the liquids you carry on board complying with international regulations, please make sure that they are packed and transported in the in the following way:

All liquids, aerosols and gels, lotions, creams, pastes, drinks and other goods of similar consistency must be packed in containers with a capacity no greater than 100ml. The items carrying in containers larger than 100ml will not be accepted, even if the container is only partially filled.

These containers must be tied and placed in a transparent re-sealable plastic bag with a maximum tankage not over one litre. Larger bags or non-sealable bags such as fold-over sandwich bags are not accepted.

These containers must fit commodiously within the completely closed plastic bag.
Passengers need to present the plastic bag for visual examination at the security screening checkpoint at the airport. Only one plastic bag per passenger will be permitted.

Medications, baby milk or foods, and special dietary requirements will be exempted from, but you will need to present a suitable means of verifying the nature of these goods.

Yes, Sports equipment and musical instruments depend on the same size and weight restrictions as other forms of cabin (carry-on) baggage. However, it may transport these items separately when paid-for seat in the cabin of the aircraft.

Passengers note that sure conditions and limitations may be applicable when transporting musical instruments. They should check information for musical instruments before booking or can contact local Emirates office for the help.

According to international regulations, and the safety of passengers, there are many restrictions on items and goods that can be carried in your cabin baggage. Items and goods that may cause danger and injury or represent any other security or safety threat can only be permitted to carry as checked baggage, and are not permitted in cabin (carry-on) baggage. These items should be carefully packed for carriage as checked baggage, with IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and relevant Emirates regulations.

These articles may include, but are not limited to: Real or toy weapons, Arms and ammunition, Knives (any kind, type, shape or size), Letter openers, Explosives or anything containing explosives (for example, fireworks or fire crackers), Metal cutlery, Slingshots, Razor blades and straight razor blades, Tradesmen's tools, Darts, Scissors, Nail files, Knitting needles, Corkscrews, Laser pointers, Hypodermic needles and syringes (unless required for medical reasons and accompanied by a medical certificate confirming the medical condition necessitating carriage).

Dangerous Goods are considered as items or substances that may endanger the health and safety of passengers. The transport of these goods must comply with Civil Aviation Regulations, and they are generally not permitted in either cabin baggage or checked baggage, with some exceptions.

All cabin baggage must place either under the seat in front of passenger or in one of the overhead locker son the aircraft. Cabin baggage may not be fitted behind legs of passenger, in the aisles or in front of emergency exits.