These popular Christmas gifts aren't allowed on board a plane

Stoked to get home for Christmas? While you're finishing up your shopping list (and checking it twice), be sure to think carefully about what you're buying if you plan to take it home with you for the holidays.

Crucial bagging restrictions might just mean the prezzies you intend to take home for your loved ones end up in the bin instead of under the tree.

Insurance comparison website Comparethemarket.com.au has done a spot of research to reveal the Christmas gifts that more than likely won't make it through airport security.

Toys with lithium batteries

Anyone who says they didn't write to Santa asking for a remote control car as a kid is straight-up lying. But unfortunately, it's a no-go if it comes with lithium batteries.

Lithium batteries can be dangerous when on aircrafts, and are prohibited in carry-on luggage.

Ice skates

So this one's a bit of a given – shoes with super sharp blades aren't permitted on board an aircraft. This banned gift is perhaps the least devastating on the list, because there might be a shortage of places to test these babies out during a sweaty December in Australia.    

Alcohol

Keen on getting in the Christmas spirit by ways of a sneaky bottle of red? Be careful when boarding with this festive item. Bottles of wine, beer or spirits over 100 millilitres aren't permitted on board a flight, unless packed in checked baggage or purchased at duty free.

The number of bottles allowed into a country varies too, so be sure to check local restrictions in the destination country before going all out with boozy gifts.

Darts

Another gift that's unsurprisingly not permitted aboard a flight is darts. These sharp little dudes are sure to cause trouble at any security check, especially if you're trying to take them in your carry-on.

Slingshots

A cute gift for your niece or nephew, but certainly considered a weapon on board an aircraft. You'll be more than likely be fine packing it in checked luggage, but certainly not in your carry-on.

Perfumes or cosmetics over 100 millilitres

If you want your loved ones to smell a little better, it's best to purchase perfume or cologne at duty free. Perfumes are considered flammable goods, which are totally restricted in the cabin, but may be packed in baggage (depending on who you fly with).

This also applies to liquid cosmetics over the 100 millilitre limit.

Cricket bats or golf clubs

Besides being awkward to carry through the airport, large sporting items are prohibited on board a plane, including cricket bats, hockey sticks and pool cues.

Avoid disappointing your love ones come Christmas day by double checking your suitcase, ensuring all your gifts are good to go through airport security.