Ryanair small personal bag, 10kg cabin bag size & baggage policy (2026)
Ryanair allows a free small personal bag up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm and a paid 10kg cabin bag (from ~$27) up to 55 x 40 x 20 cm, both measured including wheels and handles. A first checked bag (81 x 119 x 119 cm, 20 kg) costs ~$45.
| Bag | Max size | Weight | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Personal Bag | Max size40 x 30 x 20 cm (16 x 12 x 8 in)40 x 30 x 20 cm16 x 12 x 8 in | WeightNo limit | FeeFree |
| 10kg Cabin Bag | Max size55 x 40 x 20 cm (22 x 16 x 8 in)55 x 40 x 20 cm22 x 16 x 8 in | Weight10 kg | Fee~$27 |
| 20kg Check-in Bag | Max size81 x 119 x 119 cm (32 x 47 x 47 in)81 x 119 x 119 cm32 x 47 x 47 in | Weight20 kg | Fee~$45 |
Checked against Ryanair's published rules on 2026-08-03. Limits can differ by fare class, route, aircraft, and operating carrier, and gate enforcement varies - always confirm on the airline's site before you fly. Packfits is not affiliated with Ryanair. We may earn commissions for purchases made via this page.
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Small Personal Bag: 40 x 30 x 20 cm (16 x 12 x 8 in)
FreeRyanair allows a small personal bag up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm (16 x 12 x 8 inches), measured on the outside of the bag - wheels, handles, and straps all count. It comes free with every fare and has to fit under the seat in front of you. Small personal bag is Ryanair's official name for it - most travelers just call it the underseat bag or the free cabin bag. Ryanair enlarged it from 40 x 20 x 25 cm in September 2025, so older guides still quote the smaller box.
Source: Ryanair official
Bags that fit the small personal bag limit
These fly free with every fare, and the right one means never paying the ~$27 10kg cabin bag fee. Every bag below clears the sizer with wheels and handles included, checked against the manufacturer's published measurements.
10kg Cabin Bag: 55 x 40 x 20 cm (22 x 16 x 8 in)
~$27Ryanair allows a 10kg cabin bag up to 55 x 40 x 20 cm (22 x 16 x 8 inches) and 10 kg, measured on the outside of the bag - wheels, handles, and straps all count. It goes in the overhead locker; a bag over the limit is refused at the gate or put in the hold for a fee.
It is not free: you get it only with the Priority & 2 Cabin Bags add-on, about EUR/GBP 12-36 at booking depending on route and date; without it the 10 kg bag has to be checked. Prices are in GBP/EUR, so the USD figure is approximate.
Source: Ryanair official
Bags that fit the 10kg cabin bag limit
Every bag below clears the sizer with wheels and handles included - checked against the manufacturer's published measurements, because product names often understate the real size.
Narwey
Foldable Travel Duffel (Thick Series)
46 x 33 x 16 cm · 4 cm to spare
HOMIEE
Ryanair Personal Item Travel Bag (20L)
40 x 20 x 25 cm · exact fit, no room to spare
MATEIN
Travel Laptop Backpack (15.6 in)
46 x 31 x 20 cm · exact fit, no room to spare
20kg Check-in Bag: 81 x 119 x 119 cm (32 x 47 x 47 in)
~$45Ryanair allows a 20kg check-in bag up to 81 x 119 x 119 cm (32 x 47 x 47 inches) and 20 kg, measured on the outside of the bag - wheels, handles, and straps all count. The standard checked bag is really defined by its 20 kg weight limit; the maximum dimensions come from Ryanair general terms rather than the live fees page.
Ryanair charges about EUR/GBP 18.99-59.99 for it online, varying by route and date (up to 3 per booking). Prices are in GBP/EUR, so the USD figure is approximate.
Source: Ryanair official
Bags that fit the 20kg check-in bag limit
These are full-size checked bags that stay inside the size limit with wheels and handles included. Checked size limits are generous - it's the weight limit that usually catches people - so each of these gives you close to the maximum packing space the rules allow.
How strict is Ryanair at the gate, really?
Ryanair is an aggressive enforcer: its 10kg cabin bag is not free and gate agents actively size bags. A bag caught over the small personal bag allowance is charged at the gate, which is the most expensive way to pay. Measure with wheels and handles, and if you are close, expect it to be checked.
Ryanair baggage FAQ
What is Ryanair's baggage policy?
Here is Ryanair's baggage policy at a glance: Small Personal Bag: Free, 10kg Cabin Bag: ~$27, 20kg Check-in Bag: ~$45. Full size and weight limits for each bag type are in the table above.
What is Ryanair's carry-on size?
Ryanair's 10kg cabin bag limit is 55 x 40 x 20 cm (22 x 16 x 8 inches), measured including wheels and handles. It is not free - it runs from about $27.
What is Ryanair's personal item size?
The small personal bag limit is 40 x 30 x 20 cm (16 x 12 x 8 inches) and must fit under the seat in front of you. It is free with every fare.
How much is a checked bag on Ryanair?
A first checked bag costs ~$45. Ryanair charges about EUR/GBP 18.99-59.99 for it online, varying by route and date (up to 3 per booking). Prices are in GBP/EUR, so the USD figure is approximate. It can be up to 81 x 119 x 119 cm and 20 kg.
Does Ryanair measure bags with wheels and handles?
Yes. Ryanair, like all airlines, measures a bag's external size including wheels, handles, and side pockets, so a bag sold as "22 inch" is often 23-24 inches once measured.
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