We recommend all passengers arrive at the check-in or bag drop desk at least 2 hours before they are due to fly. If you have booked through an Online Travel Agent, have been required to verify your booking, and wish to do so at the airport, please make sure you arrive at the airport 2 hours before your flight.

For a Ryanair flight in 2026, you should be mindful of several critical time windows. Online check-in is the most important; it opens 60 days before departure if you've purchased a seat, or 24 hours before if you choose random seat allocation. It strictly closes 2 hours before your flight’s scheduled departure. If you fail to check in online and need to do so at the airport, Ryanair charges a hefty fee (typically £55/$60). For bag drop, the desks usually open 2 hours before takeoff and close exactly 40 minutes before departure. At the gate, boarding typically begins 30 minutes before the flight, and the gate closes strictly 20 minutes before departure. Arriving at the airport at least 2.5 to 3 hours early is recommended to ensure you clear security and reach the gate on time.