Ryanair carry-on: what fits and what you pay

Ryanair is a low-cost airline: what you can bring on board depends on the fare you bought, not on the ticket itself.

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Ryanair · Basic fare (Regular / Value)

The trolley is not included

Small under-seat bag

40 x 25 x 20 cm

weight not stated

Overhead trolley

Not included

  • At the gate: high: the gate fee is the most expensive among european low-cost carriers · online in advance: medium if bought online before the flight
Source and details

The cheapest fare: it only includes a small bag that must fit under the seat in front of you. Sizes include wheels and handles. In practice: Frequent gate checks with a metal sizer. This is the strictest airline: if the bag does not fit the sizer, the fee is charged on the spot. Checked on 2026-08-03 · official page.

Cabin bags that fit within 40 x 25 x 20 cm

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All Ryanair fares compared

FareUnder-seat bagOverhead trolley
Basic fare (Regular / Value)40 x 25 x 20 cmNot included
Priority & 2 cabin bags40 x 25 x 20 cm55 x 40 x 20 cm

Checked on the official page on 2026-08-03.

Hand luggage FAQ

What size hand luggage is included with Ryanair?

On the "Basic fare (Regular / Value)" fare you get a small under-seat bag up to 40 x 25 x 20 cm, stored under the seat in front of you.

Can I take a cabin trolley with Ryanair?

Yes, on Priority & 2 cabin bags: the trolley is allowed up to 55 x 40 x 20 cm, up to 10 kg.

What happens if my bag is oversized?

High: the gate fee is the most expensive among European low-cost carriers. In practice: Frequent gate checks with a metal sizer. This is the strictest airline: if the bag does not fit the sizer, the fee is charged on the spot.

Do the measurements include wheels and handles?

Yes. Sizes are for the closed bag, wheels, handles and outer pockets included.

When was this Ryanair data verified?

On 2026-08-03, on the official Ryanair page (https://www.ryanair.com/it/it/utile/centro-assistenza/bagaglio). The airline's official page always prevails.

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