Can I Fly With This?
IST
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul, Turkey · DHMI
76M passengers / year
Region: European Union (EASA)
💧 Liquids & scanner status
100 ml liquids in 1-litre bag. CT scanners on most lanes.
⚠️ Airport-specific things to know
- Turkish customs are strict on antiques and historical items — even small souvenirs can require an export permit.
- Powerbanks must be in carry-on, capacity must be visible.
- Cash declaration: 25,000 USD equivalent (Turkey-specific threshold).
- Connecting passengers from outside Schengen sometimes require a separate transit visa — verify before booking long layovers.
✈️ Major airlines using IST
⚠️ Airport rules vary by terminal, time of day, and current security level. This page summarises common guidance — always confirm with your airline and the airport's official site (linked below) before flying.