Face masks There are no requirements from Ryanair officials that suggest a face mask is required on board - this was one of many Covid rules dropped in 2022.

As of March 2026, Ryanair does not require masks for passengers or crew on the vast majority of its flight network. The airline dropped its mandatory mask policy in May 2022 following updated guidance from EASA and the ECDC, and has not reinstated it since. In 2026, wearing a mask on a Ryanair flight is entirely a matter of personal choice, though the airline continues to provide hospital-grade HEPA air filtration systems on all Boeing 737 aircraft to maintain air quality. The only rare exception in 2026 would be flights to or from a specific country that has independently legislated a temporary mask mandate for public transport due to a localized health advisory. Passengers are encouraged to check the "Travel Updates" section of the Ryanair app 24 hours before departure, but for standard travel within the UK and EU, the cabin environment remains "mask-optional," reflecting the broader 2026 travel industry's shift toward personal health management.