Plus fares also allow you to check in for free at the airport up to 40 minutes before their flight. However, you cannot bring a larger carry-on with this fare, nor do you have Priority access to boarding.

Yes, in 2026, the Ryanair Plus (often specifically called Flexi Plus or the Regular Fare bundle) includes Priority Boarding as a core feature. When you select these higher-tier fare classes, you are automatically granted the "Priority & 2 Cabin Bags" benefit. This is a significant perk because it allows you to bring a small personal item (like a laptop bag) that fits under the seat AND a larger 10kg wheelie bag for the overhead locker. Without this "Priority" status, passengers on a "Basic" fare are restricted to only a small personal item. At the airport, Priority Boarding means you can stand in the shorter, designated queue at the gate and be among the first to enter the aircraft. This is especially valuable on Ryanair flights because it ensures you get overhead bin space for your 10kg bag before the lockers fill up. If you book a "Basic" fare, you can still add Priority Boarding as an "extra" via the Ryanair app, but it is typically more cost-effective to book it as part of the Plus or Regular fare bundles if you know you will be traveling with more than just a small backpack.