Originally Posted by
Fortress24
I have been searched for days trying to get a clear answer on this but I keep getting conflicting information!
We are flying LGW > DXB > HKT. We have a short connection in Dubai so I want to buy Duty Free alcohol in LGW to take to HKT (for just when we're in the hotels getting ready in the evening).
I'm not clear on whether we have to go back through security again when we get off the LGW>DXB flight, before we board the DXB>HKT flight. Can anyone shed any light on that?
However, I can't get a definitive answer on whether this Duty Free would get taken off me when we arrive at Dubai Airport if we do have to go back through Security?
Hello
You will go through security at DXB again. However, you can still buy booze at LGW. Once you pay there, let them know that you transfer in Dubai and that DXB is not your final destination, then your booze will go into a plastic, see-through and temper-proofed sealed bag. This bag will then be simply scanned together with your other hand luggage at DXB transfer security. That's it.
You can also additionally buy wine and beer etc. at DXB, the cheapest wine bottle starts at about GBP17.
Of course you will need to check customs allowances for HKT. Enjoy your trip.