Karratha Airport

Security & screening at Australian airports

Recommended arrival times

• Domestic flights: arrive 60 minutes before departure
• International flights: arrive 2–3 hours before departure (longer for first-time international travellers)

What you can carry on

• Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs): containers up to 100ml for international flights, all in a single transparent 1L resealable bag. Domestic flights have no LAG restrictions on most airlines.
• Lithium batteries (in personal devices): allowed in carry-on only. Spare batteries up to 100Wh permitted in carry-on; batteries over 160Wh prohibited.
• Sharp items including scissors with blades over 6cm, knives, and tools must be packed in checked baggage.

Prohibited items

• Firearms (require declaration and approval)
• Explosives, flammable liquids, compressed gases
• Pepper spray, mace, tear gas
• Self-defence weapons including knuckle dusters

Full list: ABF prohibited items

International arrivals — biosecurity

Australia has strict biosecurity laws. Declare all food, plant material, animal products, soil, wooden items, and outdoor equipment on your Incoming Passenger Card. Fines start at AUD $626 and undeclared prohibited items can result in penalties up to $660,000 or visa cancellation. When in doubt, declare it.

Useful links

• Smart Traveller (DFAT) — travel advisories
• Australian Border Force — customs and biosecurity
• Aviation Security (Department of Infrastructure)