How to prepare for a flight with RyanAir?


How to prepare for a flight with RyanAir?

Complete Guide to Flying RyanAir (& Not Getting Ripped-Off)
  1. BOOK YOUR FLIGHT AS FAR IN ADVANCE AS POSSIBLE. ...
  2. NO FOOD OR DRINK INCLUDED IN TICKET. ...
  3. ONLY ONE SMALL PERSONAL ITEM INCLUDED IN TICKET. ...
  4. THE AIRPORT MIGHT BE OUT OF THE WAY. ...
  5. MAKE SURE YOUR BAGS ARE NOT OVERSIZED OR OVERWEIGHT.


How do I pack for a Ryanair flight?

Do pack your heaviest items (e.g. shoes, jeans) in the bottom of your wheelie suitcase. You'll find it's much easier to roll as the weight will be more evenly distributed. Don't waste unused space – roll your clothes instead of folding.


How strict is Ryanair with personal bag?

Ryanair's bag policy permits you to bring one personal bag for free, which must be up to 15.7 x 7.8 x 9.8 inches (40 x 20 x 25 cm) and fit under the seat in front of you. However, the number of bags you can bring onboard depends on the fare purchased.


Does Ryanair check bag weight?

Ryanair Checked Baggage Size Allowances No ticket with Ryanair comes with an included luggage allowance. However, each passenger can buy spots for up to three checked items of baggage that weigh no more than 20 kilograms each.


What do they check at the boarding gate?

If it's a domestic flight they just ask for your boarding pass. If it's an international flight you have to show your passport and boarding pass. Your boarding card only, they check your passport at the departure lounge before you get to the gate. At the boarding gate usually the boarding pass only.


Can you sit anywhere on a Ryanair flight?

We recommend that you reserve your seat when booking or when checking in to guarantee a seat beside your travel companions. If you choose not to reserve a seat, then a seat will be randomly allocated to you free of charge when checking in, but it is unlikely it will be beside your travel companions.


Does Ryanair weigh hand luggage?

Given the penalty for being overweight, figure the cost of a checked bag into the price and compare from there. What's the point? RyanAir CAN weigh carryons and CAN measure size. If they catch you with something over 10kg, or oversized, they CAN make you pay to check it.


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.


What documents do I need to board my flight?

Adult passengers 18 and older must show valid identification at the airport checkpoint in order to travel.
  • Driver's licenses or other state photo identity cards issued by Department of Motor Vehicles (or equivalent) ...
  • U.S. passport.
  • U.S. passport card.
  • DHS trusted traveler cards (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST)


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 I need to print my boarding pass?

Depending on the requirements of airport authorities, you will need to present a mobile boarding pass, a paper boarding pass printed out by you or a paper boarding pass picked up from the check-in desk.


Can I go straight to security if I checked in online Ryanair?

I'm travelling with Ryan air and have checked in online. I have only got hand luggage, do I just skip the bag drop/check in desk and go straight through to security?! I'm travelling alone so a bit anxious to know what I'm doing! Simple answer,yes.Be at the gate in time for boarding.


What Cannot be in a carry-on bag?

Firearms, ammunition, and fireworks are prohibited, as are all knives and safety razors (including pocket knives and Swiss Army knives). Straight razors and replacement blades for straight razors are also not allowed. Most tools also cannot be packed in carry-on luggage, as they have the potential to cause harm.


Can I take deodorant on Ryanair?

Ryanair allows passengers to pack toiletries and make up into their hand luggage provided all liquids are in containers of no more than 100 ml. In addition, all liquids must be within one transparent, re-sealable plastic bag with dimensions of no more than 20 cm x 20 cm.


What is the 24 hour rule with Ryanair?

If you act fast, you can make changes without having to pay any fees. Ryanair offers a 24-hour grace period² where you can change dates and times (and reverse the routing destinations if you accidentally get your airport arrivals and departures the wrong way around) free of charge.


Can I take my handbag as well as hand luggage on Ryanair?

You can take 1 piece of hand luggage per person with maximum dimensions of 40 x 25 x 20 cm on a Ryanair flight. Smaller items such as handbags must fit within your 1 piece of hand luggage.