Security and prohibited items

Each terminal at Monterrey International Airport has its own security checkpoint. All passengers go through it to reach the gate area of their terminal, whether the flight is domestic or international.

Where it is

In each terminal, before the gate area.

Liquids

Containers of up to 100 ml in a single clear 1-liter bag.

Timing

During holiday periods, allow extra time to clear security.

Liquids in hand luggage

Each container must hold 100 ml or less.
All containers go in a single clear, resealable 1-liter bag, about 20 x 20 cm, per passenger.
Take the bag out of your suitcase and place it in the tray separately.
Medicines and special-diet foods may exceed 100 ml if you show the prescription or medical instructions.
Breast milk and baby formula are allowed.

Alcoholic beverages can only travel in checked baggage, up to 5 liters per passenger, in sealed containers. If you buy liquor in the terminal after security, keep it in the store’s sealed bag.

Items that are not allowed

Type of item	In hand luggage	In checked baggage
Firearms, replicas and ammunition	No	No
Explosives and fireworks	No	No
Flammable gases and aerosols	No	No
Mercury thermometers	No	No
Knives, scissors and sharp tools	No	Yes, properly packed
Power banks	Yes	No

Getting through faster

Have your boarding pass and an official ID ready.
Take your laptop and tablet out of your bag if staff ask you to.
Remove your belt, watch, coins and metal objects before reaching the belt.
If you travel with medication, keep it in its original packaging.

See also baggage rules and how early to arrive.