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Ryanair Carry-On Size

Complete carry-on and personal item dimensions for Ryanair, including weight limits, enforcement level, and packing tips.

Strict enforcement

Carry-on bag

Dimensions (cm) 55 × 40 × 20 cm

Dimensions (inches) 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in

Linear total 115 cm / 45.3 in

Weight limit 10 kg / 22.0 lb

Personal item

Dimensions (cm) 40 × 20 × 25 cm

Dimensions (inches) 15.7 × 7.9 × 9.8 in

Weight limit 10 kg / 22.0 lb

Important notes for Ryanair passengers

Only a small personal bag (40x20x25 cm) is free and goes under the seat. A larger cabin bag (55x40x20 cm) requires Priority Boarding purchase — otherwise it gets gate-checked for free. 10 kg total weight limit. Ryanair is one of the strictest airlines for bag enforcement — they measure at the gate.

View Ryanair's official baggage policy

Packing tips for Ryanair

Ryanair has strict enforcement of carry-on limits. Measure and weigh your bag before leaving home. A luggage scale and a tape measure are worth the small investment. Consider packing with compression packing cubes to minimize volume, and wear your heaviest clothing items on the plane rather than packing them. See our one-bag packing list for strategies to stay within strict size limits.

For clothing that packs small and performs well in transit, see our travel fabrics guide and our merino t-shirt roundup — merino compresses better than cotton and handles multi-day wear between washes.

FAQ

What is the carry-on size limit for Ryanair?

Ryanair allows carry-on bags up to 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 inches), including handles and wheels. The maximum weight is 10 kg (22.0 lb).

What is the personal item size for Ryanair?

Ryanair allows a personal item up to 40 × 20 × 25 cm (15.7 × 7.9 × 9.8 inches). This must fit under the seat in front of you. The maximum weight for a personal item is 10 kg (22.0 lb).

Does Ryanair weigh carry-on bags?

Yes. Ryanair has strict enforcement and regularly weighs and measures carry-on bags at the gate or during boarding. Pack within the stated limits to avoid fees.

Can I bring a carry-on and a personal item on Ryanair?

Ryanair generally allows one carry-on bag for the overhead bin and one personal item for under the seat. Only a small personal bag (40x20x25 cm) is free and goes under the seat. A larger cabin bag (55x40x20 cm) requires Priority Boarding purchase — otherwise it gets gate-checked for free. 10 kg total weight limit. Ryanair is one of the strictest airlines for bag enforcement — they measure at the gate.

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