Apr 26, 2025
The start of the tourist season is approaching and travellers are concerned about the cost of airline tickets, their availability and rules.
In this regard, it will be relevant to know that the low-cost airline Ryanair has introduced new rules on boarding passes, hand luggage, airport arrivals and fines from the beginning of 2025.
Later in the article, in order:
Boarding passes
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary confirmed that the airline will phase out physical boarding passes by May 2025 and said that the majority of passengers (around 60%) already use digital and mobile options.
Passengers can currently print their boarding pass, download a digital version via the Ryanair app, or pick it up at the airport.
A Ryanair spokesperson stated: "If you are at the airport and don't have the Ryanair app or can't access it, we can print your boarding pass at check-in, but you will be charged a €20 reissue fee."
Those who forget to check in online and request a boarding pass at the terminal will be charged a higher fee of €55.
From May 2025, Ryanair will move to a fully digital system, completely eliminating the ability to print boarding passes at the airport. "Our goal is to eliminate check-in desks at the airport, just as we did with baggage claim desks. Everything will be managed through an app, making the process completely digital and paperless," added O'Leary. Ryanair plans to completely eliminate check-in desks at airports within three years..
Hand luggage
Despite the company's positioning as a low-cost airline, Ryanair has strict rules for carrying hand luggage. This year, airline controls on baggage size and weight have become even stricter.
Passengers wishing to carry more than one small bag under their seat in the cabin or as checked baggage will be required to pay an additional fee.
If your carry-on bag exceeds the permitted size, prepare to pay up to €70..
Small Bag (free) - All fares include one small personal bag that can be carried on board, such as a handbag or laptop bag (40 x 20 x 25 cm), which must fit under the seat in front of you.
Priority and 2 carry-on bags (cost €6 to €36 upon booking or €20 to €60 after booking) - In addition to the small bag, you may bring one 10 kg bag (55 x 40 x 20 cm) on board, which will be stowed in the overhead compartment. This will also allow you to board the plane first, taking advantage of the priority boarding queue at the gate.
Arriving on Time
Ryanair passengers are also advised to arrive at the airport with enough time to clear security and reach the boarding gate.
The airline recommends arriving no later than 40 minutes before scheduled departure; otherwise, passengers may be charged a missed departure fee of €100. This fee applies to passengers who arrive less than 40 minutes before departure and must therefore be rebooked on a new flight.
Additionally, a penalty fee will also be charged to those arriving one hour later than the scheduled flight departure time. The Ryanair website states that the fee "also applies to customers who arrive at the check-in desk no later than one hour after their flight's departure in order to transfer to the next available flight."
Here are three key points for travelers flying Ryanair in 2025 to remember. Travel and get unforgettable impressions!!