Kindly review the following list of items you are permitted to carry onto the plane, in order to ensure a smooth and comfortable journey. 

• One overcoat, or similar item or blanket; 
• One walking stick, or a mobility aid such as a pair of crutches or leg braces if required; 
• One lady’s handbag/purse; 
• One small camera or binoculars; 
• A reasonable amount of reading material; 
• One infant’s carrying basket; 
• One collapsible stroller (maximum size when folded: 34х32х14cm; children’s scooters do not qualify as strollers, they must be checked in and carried as checked baggage); 
• Infant food for consumption on board; 
• Medical supplies on which the passenger is fully dependent; 
• A small cake; 
• A small bunch of flowers. 

Substances and items that are prohibited in carry-on baggage are liquids, aerosols and gels in containers with a capacity of more than 100ml, including: 

• water and other beverages, soups, syrups, jams, stews, sauces and pastes; 
• food products in sauces or containing large amounts of liquid; 
• creams, lotions, cosmetics and oils; 
• perfumes; 
• sprays; 
• gels, including hair and shower gels; 
• contents of pressurised containers, including shaving foam, other types of foams, and deodorants; 
• pastes, including toothpaste; 
• mixtures of liquids with solids; 
• mascara; 
• lip gloss. 

Exceptions: 

• medications; 
• baby food and special dietary requirements needed during the flight; 
• liquids purchased in duty-free stores at the airport or on board the aircraft.* 

*liquids must be packaged in a securely sealed (sealed) plastic bag so that the contents can be clearly identified and come with a receipt for the purchased item to confirm that it was bought in a duty free shop at the airport or on board the aircraft on the day(s) of travel. 

During boarding, carry-on baggage is checked for compliance with the rules. If there is an excess in size, weight, or quantity, the baggage will be collected and stored in the aircraft cargo compartment. Passengers must then retain the following items in the cabin: 

• Spare/loose lithium batteries 
• Electronic smoking devices 
• Any heat-producing items 
• Lighters/matches 
• Passport/travel documents/valuable items 
• Essential medication 

In certain situations, hand luggage that meets the requirements may still need to be placed in the hold.  In this situation, remember to take these items with you into the cabin. 

Televisions and home technical/electrical equipment are not suitable for transportation in the cabin. For such items, please contact Air Astana's cargo sales department via cargo@airastana.com.