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Travel and transport
Air travel
Travel advice
The Foreign Office regularly updates its travel advice. Check the website for the latest alerts or call 0845 850 2829
Air travel hand baggage rules
What you can and can't take on board under the current security rules
In-flight safety
A guide to looking after your health and safety when travelling by plane
What to expect at the airport
When to get there, basic information on security, baggage and airside shopping, plus returning to the UK
UK flight services
An overview of UK airports, buying tickets and your rights as a passenger
Dangerous and restricted items: what you cannot take on board an aircraft
A list of dangerous and restricted items that you cannot take in your hold and hand baggage
Advance registration before you travel
How to provide your Advance Passenger Information (API) before you travel
Making a complaint about air services
How to complain about airports, airlines, tour operators and travel agents
Air travel and the environment (environment and greener living section
Decisions you can make to reduce the adverse environmental impact of air travel
Getting there (disabled people section)
Tips and advice on foreign travel for disabled people
Additional links
Journey planner
Plan your entire journey by public transport or car and get live travel information
