As most airlines charge extra for suitcases, some savvy travellers will opt to only take a carry on bag

With many of us gearing up for a trip abroad this year, and with most airlines charging extra for hold luggage, it can be helpful to know what you can pack in a carry-on bag.

Those who travel regularly have tips and hacks for squeezing essentials into the smallest of bags. But there are a number of things you cannot carry in your hand luggage - or at all when travelling by air.

It's important to know what you can and can't take to avoid any issues at airport security. We've taken a look at the items banned from hand luggage when travelling with TUI, easyJet, Ryanair and Jet2.

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As many people will be aware, there are restrictions on the amount of liquids you can take in your hand luggage. Liquids include foods such as jam or honey, cosmetics such as mascara or lip gloss, and items such as toothpaste, hair gel and contact lens solution.

If you do take liquids in your hand luggage, containers must hold no more than 100ml. The containers must also be held in a single, clear and resealable bag, which holds no more than a litre in total.

Here are all the items banned from hand luggage on flights leaving the UK:

If you use an e-cigarette, this - along with any liquids or pods - must be carried in your liquids bag inside your hand luggage. E-cigarettes and liquids are banned from hold luggage.

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