How strict is Ryanair with carry on weight?

If you purchase one of these options, your carry-on bag must not exceed 21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8 inches (55 x 40 x 20 cm). The maximum weight for cabin luggage on Ryanair is 22 lbs (10kg).



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All carry-on luggage must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you and adhere to the following requirements: Maximum Dimensions of Carry-on: 22 in x 16 in x 8 in/55 cm x 40 cm x 20 cm. Maximum Weight of Carry-on: 22 lbs (10 kg) Maximum Dimensions of Small Bag: 14 x 8 x 8 in/35 x 20 x 20 cm.

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If you pay for two cabin bags and one is larger than the 55 x 40 x 20 cm (21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8 inches) allowance, your bag will be refused at the boarding gate. In some cases your bag will be placed in the cargo hold and you will be charged a 50 euro oversized bag fee.

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Domestic carriers have clear carry-on size restrictions, but not weight restrictions. In fact, U.S. carriers may not even be equipped to monitor weight at the gate, since boarding gates generally don't have scales.

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Tips to maximise your Ryanair cabin baggage allowance
  1. Make the most out of your handbag. ...
  2. Get to the airport early. ...
  3. Pool your (checked) baggage. ...
  4. Go travel-size. ...
  5. Pick and choose Ryanair extras. ...
  6. Shop around other budget airlines.


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What happens if my bags weigh more than my allowance at the check-in desk? 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.

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If you pay for two cabin bags and one is larger than the 55 x 40 x 20 cm (21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8 inches) allowance, your bag will be refused at the boarding gate. In some cases your bag will be placed in the cargo hold and you will be charged a 50 euro oversized bag fee.

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If your cabin baggage exceeds the authorized weight and dimensions, we shall be required to: - ask you to pay an additional charge, payable by credit card only, at the cost of the additional baggage. - ask you to leave your baggage at the baggage disputes service in the event of payment refusal.

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Airlines have rules about bag weights. But if your bag weighs more than the limit, you've only got two choices - take the weight out, or pay more. Some airlines simply have a limit, and the bag must weigh less than the limit.

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What happens if my bags weigh more than my allowance at the check-in desk? 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.

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All our fares include one small personal bag which can be brought on board, such as a handbag or laptop bag (40x20x25cm), which must fit under the seat in front of you. If you need additional baggage allowance, there are various options available to you.

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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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Most major domestic airlines do not impose a weight limit on carry-on bags; however, several international airlines have weight restrictions for carry-on luggage, and in some cases, personal items.

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The following are strictly prohibited on board: Guns, firearms, or similar weapons; Pointed/edged weapons and sharp objects; Blunt instruments (that is any blunt instrument capable of causing injury, this includes some sporting equipment such as tennis rackets, hurleys, and baseball bats);

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Technically, any piece of luggage that you “carry on” to an airplane is a carry-on bag. Most airlines allow one piece of carry-on luggage or “hand baggage” that can fit in the overhead bin, plus a “personal item” (a smaller purse, computer bag, diaper bag, small backpack, etc.

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That depends if you have several kg overweight and are asking for the price per kg or if you really just only have one single kg extra. For a singe kg above the limit you most probably will not get charged, especially not on a full service airline. There is usually a tolerance in the range of 2–3kg, sometimes up to 5.

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What happens if my carry-on bag is more than 7kg? If there is no space in the plane, the airline authorities can ask you to remove your bag and place it along with other check-in luggage.

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6 Ways to Decrease Your Carry-on Bag Size & Weight
  1. Make Sure Your Bag Is Carry-On Friendly. ...
  2. Put Heavier Compact Things in Your Pockets When Weighing Your Bag. ...
  3. Pack Thin Insulators & Quick Dry Clothes. ...
  4. Roll Shirts to Fit More In Your Backpack. ...
  5. Wear Your Layers Before Boarding. ...
  6. Find an Airline With a Higher Weight Limit.


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Keep reading for our top tips for packing lighter.
  1. Pack for a week (or less) and plan to do laundry.
  2. Pack around one basic color.
  3. Don't pack any more than three pairs of shoes.
  4. Use a wardrobe planner.
  5. Pack visually.
  6. Know what to roll and what to fold.
  7. Use compression cubes and bags.


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8.3.3 If you have paid for a 10kg Check-In Bag (weighing up to 10kg with maximum dimensions of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm), you can only take one small item of carry-on baggage on the plane. You must deposit the 10kg Check-in Bag at the bag-drop desk before you go through security.

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Ryanair allows passengers to pack toiletries and make up into their hand luggage provided all liquids are in containers of no more than 100 ml. In addition, all liquids must be within one transparent, re-sealable plastic bag with dimensions of no more than 20 cm x 20 cm.

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