Ryanair Review, Baggage Rules and Services
Everything you need to know — baggage allowances, seat comfort, routes, fees, and how to get the best deal.
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Quick Facts
Key information about this airline at a glance
| Airline Name | Ryanair DAC |
| Founded | 1984 |
| Headquarters | Dublin, Ireland |
| Alliance | None (independent) |
| Fleet Size | ~580 aircraft |
| Destinations | 230+ across Europe |
| Airline Type | Low-Cost Carrier (LCC) |
| Annual Passengers | ~185 million |
| Hub Airport | Dublin (DUB), London Stansted (STN) |
| Explorelio Rating | ⭐ 3.5 / 5 |
Airline Rating Breakdown
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Baggage Allowance
One of Europe's most complex baggage policies — here's what you need to know
| Small personal bag (free) | 40 × 20 × 25 cm |
| 10 kg cabin bag (Priority) | 55 × 40 × 20 cm |
| Priority boarding required | Fee applies |
| 20 kg hold bag | From €10–€40 |
| 25 kg hold bag | From €14–€46 |
| 33 kg hold bag | From €18–€50 |
| Oversized / 2nd bag | Extra fee |
💡 Tip: Prices are lowest when booked at the same time as your flight. Adding bags at the airport is significantly more expensive. Before you fly, read our airline comparison guide to find the best deal.
Cabin Classes
This airline operates a single-cabin model with optional upgrade services
- Small personal bag only
- Middle/back seat allocation
- No seat selection
- Food and drinks for purchase
- 10 kg cabin bag included
- Priority boarding
- Faster airport process
- Front of plane boarding
- Priority + 2 bags included
- Fast-track security
- Dedicated check-in
- Free flight changes
Fleet Overview
One of Europe's youngest and most fuel-efficient fleets
Boeing 737-800 taxiing before departure
Route Network
Ryanair flies to 230+ destinations across Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. Planning a trip? Check our destination guides and travel itineraries.
- London, Dublin
- Paris, Barcelona
- Rome, Madrid
- Lisbon, Amsterdam
- Prague, Warsaw
- Vienna, Budapest
- Bratislava, Krakow
- Bucharest, Sofia
- Mallorca, Ibiza
- Tenerife, Malta
- Larnaca, Corfu
- Catania, Bari
- Marrakech, Fez
- Agadir, Casablanca
- Tel Aviv
- Amman (limited)
Pros and Cons
- ✈️ Europe's largest route network
- 💶 Extremely low base fares
- ⏰ Good punctuality record
- 🛩️ Young, modern fleet
- 📍 Access to secondary airports near cities
- 💸 Many hidden fees add up quickly
- 🎒 Strict and confusing baggage policy
- 💺 No reclining seats, limited legroom
- 🏙️ Airports often far from city centres
- 📞 Poor customer service reputation
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