Ryanair personal item, carry-on size & baggage policy (2026)
Ryanair allows a free personal item up to 40 x 20 x 25 cm and a paid carry-on (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 Cabin Bag | 40 x 20 x 25 cm | No limit | Free |
| 10kg Cabin Bag | 55 x 40 x 20 cm | 10 kg | ~$27 |
| Checked bag | 81 x 119 x 119 cm | 20 kg | ~$45 |
Checked against Ryanair's published rules on 2026-07-10. 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.
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Personal item: 16 x 8 x 10 in limit.
Small Cabin Bag
Free- Max size
- 40 x 20 x 25 cm
- Notes
- Small Cabin Bag 40 x 20 x 25 cm, free with every fare; must fit under the seat in front of you.
- Source
- Ryanair official
10kg Cabin Bag
~$27- Max size
- 55 x 40 x 20 cm
- Max weight
- 10 kg
- Notes
- 10 kg Cabin Bag 55 x 40 x 20 cm, stored in the overhead locker. Bags over 55 x 40 x 20 cm are refused or placed in the hold for a fee.
- Fee
- Not free: only via the Priority & 2 Cabin Bags add-on (about EUR/GBP 12-36 at booking, varies by route and date); otherwise the 10 kg bag must be checked. Priced in GBP/EUR, so USD is approximate.
- Source
- Ryanair official
Checked bag
~$45- Max size
- 81 x 119 x 119 cm
- Max weight
- 20 kg
- Notes
- The standard checked bag is defined by weight (20 kg). Max dimensions 81 x 119 x 119 cm come from Ryanair general terms and were not re-verified live this run.
- Fee
- 20 kg Check-in Bag: about EUR/GBP 18.99-59.99 online, varies by route and date (up to 3 per booking). Priced in GBP/EUR, so USD is approximate.
- Source
- Ryanair official
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 Cabin 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 Cabin Bag: Free, 10kg Cabin Bag: ~$27, Checked 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, measured including wheels and handles. It is not free - it runs from about $27.
What is Ryanair's personal item size?
The Small Cabin Bag limit is 40 x 20 x 25 cm 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 - 20 kg Check-in Bag: about EUR/GBP 18.99-59.99 online, varies by route and date (up to 3 per booking). Priced in GBP/EUR, so USD 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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