Like almost all commercial airlines, Ryanair does technically have the capacity to overbook flights to account for "no-shows," but it is much less common for them than for traditional legacy carriers. Ryanair’s business model relies on high load factors—often over 90%—and because their tickets are usually non-refundable, most passengers tend to show up. However, if a flight is overbooked and more people show up than there are seats available, Ryanair follows the standard European Union regulations (EC 261/2004). They must first call for volunteers to give up their seats in exchange for benefits and a later flight. If not enough volunteers come forward, they may deny boarding to passengers against their will. In such cases, the airline is legally required to provide compensation (ranging from €250 to €600 depending on flight distance), food and drink vouchers, and hotel accommodation if an overnight stay is required. To minimize your chances of being "bumped," it is highly recommended to check in online as early as possible and choose a specific seat. While "bumping" is rare on Ryanair compared to the sheer volume of passengers they fly, it is a possibility that every traveler should be aware of when booking any low-cost airline.