Domestic flight advice, flying around Britain : VisitBritain

Domestic flight advice

Here are a few useful tips if you're planning to take a domestic flight during your trip to Britain:

Although a passport isn't necessary to travel on domestic flights, we advise you to take yours with you, as photo ID is required. Other acceptable forms of ID are:
- EU or Swiss national ID card
- Citizen Card
- Driving licence
- Armed forces ID card
- Police warrant card/badge
- Airport employees security ID pass
- Government issued ID card
- Official Company ID card
- Electoral ID card (EIC issued to eligible N Ireland citizens)
Important note: It's best to bring your passport with you as not all airlines will accept the above forms of ID.
Some airlines charge extra for baggage like golf clubs, bicycles and skis. Check with your airline if you're travelling with large baggage.
On most airlines, wheelchairs are transported free of charge.
Most airlines provide meals, drinks and snacks for an extra fee.
Many domestic routes run from busy international airports so make sure you allow adequate time for check-in and boarding. Usually at least 1 hour.
There are very high security measures at all airports in Britain. Make sure you allow adequate time for check-in and boarding, and that you don't carry any of the following in your hand luggage:
- Scissors
- Razor blades
- Knives with blades of any length
- Household cutlery
- Tweezers
- Hypodermic needles (unless required for medical reasons)
- Tools or toy/replica guns (metal or plastic)
- Catapults
- Knitting needles
- Sporting bats
- Billiard, snooker or pool cues
- Darts