How strict is Ryanair with carry-on weight?


How strict is Ryanair with carry-on weight? If you purchase one of these options, your carry-on bag must not exceed 21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8 inches (55 x 40 x 20 cm). The maximum weight for cabin luggage on Ryanair is 22 lbs (10kg).


Do Ryanair weigh passengers?

We routinely conduct a survey of the average weight of passengers, Mr O'Leary said. It's because we do free seating. Other airlines can disperse passengers around the airline but we can't, he said.


How do you beat Ryanair cabin baggage?

Tips to maximise your Ryanair cabin baggage allowance
  1. Make the most out of your handbag. ...
  2. Get to the airport early. ...
  3. Pool your (checked) baggage. ...
  4. Go travel-size. ...
  5. Pick and choose Ryanair extras. ...
  6. Shop around other budget airlines.


Can you take a handbag as well as hand luggage on Ryanair?

All our fares include one small personal bag which can be brought on board, such as a handbag or laptop bag (40x20x25cm), which must fit under the seat in front of you. If you need additional baggage allowance, there are various options available to you.


What size is a 40x20x25 bag in inches?

Famously quipped “the Ryanair size”, 40 x 20 x 25 cm (16 x 8 x 10 in) is the maximum dimensions of a cabin bag (such as a laptop bag or handbag) that ultra-cheap airline Ryanair would allow its passengers to carry into its cabin free of charge under its strict baggage allowance policy.


Does the Ryanair 10kg cabin bag have to be a wheelie bag?

As long as it's within their sizes they don't care what type of bag it is. Usually, the stated dimensions include wheels if present. Yes Caz, you will be fine with a bag that has no wheels.


Do carry-on bags get weighed?

Weighing. If you have both checked and carry on luggage, usually both are going to be weighed at the check-in/luggage drop. If you only have a carry on and check-in online you have small chances to have your luggage weighed, however it might not be true if you apparently struggle with it.


What happens if cabin bag exceeds 7kg?

If +7 kg has sold out, your items are too heavy (over 14 kg ) or your items are too big, you'll need to purchase a checked baggage allowance and your baggage will be checked in.


What if carry-on is too heavy?

If your cabin baggage exceeds the authorized weight and dimensions, we shall be required to: - ask you to pay an additional charge, payable by credit card only, at the cost of the additional baggage. - ask you to leave your baggage at the baggage disputes service in the event of payment refusal.


Can you wear a bum bag on Ryanair?

A bumbag/fanny pack is an accessory, like a backpack or a lady's purse/handbag, and you should be prepared for it to be treated as such. That said, Mrs DC8 always wears a bumbag when travelling and it has never been an issue on any airline including the likes of Ryanair and Easyjet.


Can the Ryanair 10kg check in bag be any size?

If you purchased the 10kg Check-In Bag (up to 10kg with maximum dimensions of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm) you may carry your small bag on board the aircraft, however the 10kg Check-In Bag must be deposited at the bag-drop desk prior to entering security.


Is a rucksack a small cabin bag?

A good rule of thumb is that if your carry-on bag fits under the seat in front of you, it's considered a personal item. This includes small backpacks, purses, briefcases, laptop bags, etc. Larger bags, including suitcases, must fit in the overhead bin compartment.


What if my bag is over 20kg Ryanair?

What happens if my bags weigh more than my allowance at the check-in desk? If your Check-in Bag exceeds your baggage weight allowance (10kg or 20kg), you will be charged an additional excess weight fee per extra kilo at the airport.


Do Ryanair ever weigh cabin bags?

YES. The staff of Ryanair do check your bag sizes. And they're strict about it. While all checked baggage will be weighed upon check-in prior to going into the plane's hold, your carry-on luggage will not be checked until it's time to actually board the plane.


What if cabin bag is slightly bigger?

It will fit in the overhead bin, but it is their call whether to let you on with it or whether it is checked as hold luggage. If it is picked up by the gate keepers - it will no longer be carry-on - but you can call it checked hold luggage - and collect it from the baggage carousel at your destination.


How can I reduce the weight of my cabin bag?

6 Ways to Decrease Your Carry-on Bag Size & Weight
  1. Make Sure Your Bag Is Carry-On Friendly. ...
  2. Put Heavier Compact Things in Your Pockets When Weighing Your Bag. ...
  3. Pack Thin Insulators & Quick Dry Clothes. ...
  4. Roll Shirts to Fit More In Your Backpack. ...
  5. Wear Your Layers Before Boarding. ...
  6. Find an Airline With a Higher Weight Limit.


How strict is carry-on weight?

Carry-on bags must weigh less than 35 pounds and must not exceed 10 inches deep, 16 inches wide and 24 inches high. Bags must fit in the overhead bins.


What if my cabin bag is 2cm bigger?

What if my cabin bag is 2cm bigger? Extra 2–4 cm wont be noticed by the check in staff and they dont have a ruler to measure the dimension. they only strict with the weight. But extra 2–3 kg is also not a problem.


Do airlines actually check carry-on size?

Unless your carry-on is extremely large, the airline employees at the gate most likely won't ask to measure it. If they'd ask each passenger to measure their carry-on, the boarding would take too long. This could cause delayed flights, which airlines don't want.


How strict is Ryanair with carry-on baggage size?

If you pay for two cabin bags and one is larger than the 55 x 40 x 20 cm (21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8 inches) allowance, your bag will be refused at the boarding gate. In some cases your bag will be placed in the cargo hold and you will be charged a 50 euro oversized bag fee.


What is not allowed in Ryanair baggage?

The following are strictly prohibited on board: Guns, firearms, or similar weapons; Pointed/edged weapons and sharp objects; Blunt instruments (that is any blunt instrument capable of causing injury, this includes some sporting equipment such as tennis rackets, hurleys, and baseball bats);


What happens if your Ryanair cabin bag is too big?

If you pay for two cabin bags and one is larger than the 55 x 40 x 20 cm (21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8 inches) allowance, your bag will be refused at the boarding gate. In some cases your bag will be placed in the cargo hold and you will be charged a 50 euro oversized bag fee.