How strict are Ryanair with 10kg checked bag?

If you purchased the 10kg Check-In Bag (up to 10kg with maximum dimensions of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm) you may carry your small bag on board the aircraft, however the 10kg Check-In Bag must be deposited at the bag-drop desk prior to entering security.



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Incredibly. In my experience, they're very strict. Every time I've flown with them, they have a measuring guide and the bag has to easily fit in it - you have to slide it in with ease, you can't jam it in there. They make a LOT of money from charging people with oversized baggage...

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If your Check-in Bag exceeds your baggage weight allowance (10kg or 20kg), you will be charged an additional excess weight fee per extra kilo at the airport. See our Table of Fees.

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As long as it's within their sizes they don't care what type of bag it is. Usually, the stated dimensions include wheels if present. Yes Caz, you will be fine with a bag that has no wheels.

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Excess/Overweight Baggage
Any passenger exceeding their 44 lb/20 kg personal checked baggage allowance per bag will be charged the prevailing fee on the day of travel. The excess baggage fee is currently charged at the rate of $27 (20 euros) per kg.

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You are allowed a single personal item, like a backpack, however, your Ryanair cabin bag can't be larger than 25 cm x 40 cm x 20 cm. Customers with Priority tickets can bring one personal item and one piece of carry-on luggage that doesn't weigh more than 10 kilograms and isn't larger than 55 cm x 40 cm x 20 cm.

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Yes. You can increase your baggage allowance on 20kg bags when you check in for your flight online.

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If you're flying in our Economy (Light, Classic & Delight) or Premium cabins, you can take one piece of hand baggage weighing up to 10kg (or 22lb). Please note: If your hand baggage is over this weight, you'll need to remove some items and add to your hold baggage.

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Excess/Overweight Baggage Any passenger exceeding their 44 lb/20 kg personal checked baggage allowance per bag will be charged the prevailing fee on the day of travel.

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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.

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Make a Lever and Fulcrum Scale
If you're looking for a bit more accurate method to weigh luggage, consider making a simple fulcrum scale at home. To do this, you'll need a sturdy plank of wood to use as a lever and a sturdy object to use as the fulcrum. A rock or a horizontally placed water bottle can work well.

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Please remember to pack your 10kg bag appropriately, e.g. with no liquids over 100ml. All customers with a carry-on bag with priority boarding (either purchased or included) must check in online or via the App.

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Is toothpaste considered a liquid by the TSA? Yes, toothpaste must adhere to the 3-1-1 rule for liquids and gels. Toothpaste can be brought through TSA security in your carry-on as long as it is 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less and placed in a 1-quart bag.

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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.

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Only priority boarding passengers will be permitted to take one small bag (40cm x 20cm x 25cm), plus a larger cabin bag (55 x 40 x 20cm) with a maximum weight allowance of 10kg into the cabin free of charge. Non-priority customers can only bring one small bag (40cm x 20cm x 25cm), that must fit into the sizer.

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It's worth remembering that while airlines typically only weigh checked luggage, some might be inclined to inspect your cabin cases too. Guidelines vary, do due diligence.

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Bags are weighed at check-in and many airlines have placed bag sizers at their gates. If your carry-on bags are too big, you will have to check them. This might cause them to be classified as extra bags which usually carries an extra charge. Be sure to check your airline's website prior to travel.

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For example, if an extra piece of baggage exceeds the weight and size limits, it will be subject to three fees: one for the extra bag, one for exceeding the weight limit and one for going over the size restriction. Fees are charged for each additional bag, each way.

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If your luggage does not fit in the sizer, you might have to pay a checked bag fee along with the gate checking fee and have your bag transferred to the airplane's cargo. Checked luggage is usually measured with a tape measure, to make sure that it's below 62 linear inches (height + width + depth).

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