Ryanair has introduced changes to its cabin baggage rules, hitting customers with a potential price increase for bringing a 10kg suitcase. Those looking to bring extra luggage now face an extra charge for 'priority' boarding. Only a small bag of up to 40x20x25cm is allowed free of charge with a ticket.
Priority boarding, which includes a personal bag and a 10kg suitcase with maximum dimensions of 55x40x20cm, used to cost between £6 and £36 when booked with the flight. Costs for adding priority after booking or at the airport ranged from £20 to £38, but recent changes indicate a rise to a bracket of £20 to £60. Read more: Emirates cancels 'all regular flights' to three countries as Brits warned they 'will not be accepted' Ryanair clarified that the fees vary with the statement: "Fee varies depending on the route and travel dates selected.
Non-priority customers who have not added a bag to their booking can still purchase a 10kg Check-in bag at the airport bag drop desk for £35.99. Non-priority customers who bring their 10kg Check-in bag to the boarding gate may check it in against payment of a fee of £46/£60.
"This is to align with the gate bag fee if passengers choose to bring their 10kg to the boarding gate and want to carry it on board, then they are subject to a gate fee", reports the Manchester Evening News . Ryanair patrons have made their grievances known on social media regarding the carrier's additional charges, which include fees for airport check-in, boardi.