Carry On

Ryanair personal item size

The Ryanair personal item size limit is 15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in (40 × 30 × 20 cm). It must fit under the seat in front of you. Enter your bag below to check.

Carry-on limit
21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in
55 × 40 × 20 cm
Personal item limit
15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in
40 × 30 × 20 cm
Weight limit
22 lb
10 kg
Carry-on on the cheapest fare
Carry-on is a paid add-on, not in the base fare

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Common bag sizes

Measure the outside of the bag, packed, including wheels, handles and pockets.

Enter all three dimensions to see results.

Rules to know

  • The larger cabin bag needs a Priority or bundled fare. The free allowance is the small under-seat bag only.
  • Gate staff use a bag sizer and enforce the limit. Bags that do not fit are charged at the gate.
  • Dimensions include wheels, handles and outside pockets.

A standard 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm) bag is larger than the Ryanair carry-on limit.

Frequently asked questions

What counts as a personal item on Ryanair?

A purse, laptop bag, small backpack or similar bag that fits under the seat in front of you. The published limit is 15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in (40 × 30 × 20 cm).

Is a carry-on free on Ryanair?

No. The base fare includes a personal item only. A carry-on is a paid extra, cheapest when added at booking.

What is the Ryanair hand luggage allowance?

Carry-on is a paid add-on, not in the base fare. The cabin bag limit is 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in (55 × 40 × 20 cm), 22 lb (10 kg), and you can also bring a personal item up to 15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in (40 × 30 × 20 cm).

How strict is Ryanair about carry-on size?

Ryanair uses bag sizers at the gate and enforces the 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in (55 × 40 × 20 cm) limit. A bag that does not fit the sizer is charged at the gate rate, which is the highest fee.

Do wheels and handles count toward the Ryanair carry-on size?

Yes. Measure the bag at its longest, widest and deepest points, including wheels, handles and any pocket that sticks out.

Is there a weight limit for Ryanair carry-on bags?

Yes. The carry-on weight limit is 22 lb (10 kg).

Data reviewed September 2026 against the official Ryanair baggage page. Airlines change rules. Confirm on the official page before you fly.Official baggage policy