Ryanair Carry-On Size 2026 55 x 40 x 20 cm

The free cabin bag on Ryanair is one personal item up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9") that fits under the seat in front of you, included on every fare. A full-size overhead carry-on up to 55 x 40 x 20 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9"), including wheels, handles, and any external pockets, costs extra, at a price that varies by flight, or comes with a higher fare. The carry-on weight limit is 10 kg (22 lb).

The Ryanair carry-on size limit in centimeters is 55 x 40 x 20 cm. In inches that converts to 21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9". Both measurements include wheels, handles, and external pockets.

The free Ryanair hand luggage allowance is one personal item up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9") that fits under the seat in front of you, included on every fare. The overhead cabin bag costs extra, at a price that varies by flight, or comes with a higher fare. It can measure up to 55 x 40 x 20 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9") and weigh up to 10 kg.

Ryanair limits carry-on bags to 10 kg (22 lb).

Yes. Ryanair charges for carry-on bags on most fares, with a price that varies by flight and is lowest when added at booking. Fees climb at each stage, from online to kiosk to gate. The personal item stays free on every fare. A carry-on is not included on the Ryanair Basic fare.

The personal item on Ryanair must fit within 40 x 30 x 20 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9") and slide fully under the seat in front of you. Small bag, such as a handbag or laptop bag, that must fit under the seat in front of you. Included free on every fare. Without Priority, a larger bag brought to the boarding gate is either refused or, where space allows, placed in the hold for a fee.

Our guidance rates the gate-check risk on Ryanair as High. It is our own rating, not a figure Ryanair publishes. Plan on your carry-on being sized at the gate and be prepared to pay if it does not fit the sizer.

No. Ryanair Basic passengers are limited to one personal item that fits under the seat. A full-size carry-on either is not allowed or costs an extra fee.

No. A standard 22 x 14 x 9 inch carry-on (55.9 x 35.6 x 22.9 cm) is over the Ryanair limit of 55 x 40 x 20 cm (21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9"). Longest side 55.9 cm, limit 55 cm: 0.9 cm over; Shortest side 22.9 cm, limit 20 cm: 2.9 cm over. Choose a bag within the limit, measured with wheels and handles.

Only a small one. A standard daypack (roughly 18 x 13 x 8 inches) is larger than the Ryanair personal item limit of 40 x 30 x 20 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9"). A backpack within that limit counts as the personal item, and a bigger one counts as the carry-on.

Ryanair does not publish a weight limit for personal items. The personal item must fit under the seat in front of you, within 40 x 30 x 20 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9").

The first checked bag on Ryanair costs €/£21.49-59.99. The price varies by route, travel dates, and fare. This figure comes from the official baggage information published by Ryanair, checked in October 2026.