Ryanair Carry-On & Personal Item Size (2025 Guide)

✅ Ryanair includes only 1 small personal item for free, up to 16 × 8 × 10 inches (40 × 20 × 25 cm).
Priority passengers may bring an additional carry-on up to 22 × 16 × 8 inches (55 × 40 × 20 cm), max weight 22 lbs (10 kg).
Wheels and handles count toward the size.

Fare TypeCarry-On Size (inches)Pieces AllowedWeight LimitNotes
Standard16 × 8 × 101 personal itemMust fit under seatFree
Priority22 × 16 × 81 carry-on + PI22 lbs (10 kg)Overhead bin allowed

How to Measure Your Bag

  1. Measure including wheels and handles.
  2. Standard fare: test bag fits in 40 × 20 × 25 cm box.
  3. Priority: check under 22 × 16 × 8 inches and under 10 kg.
  4. Ensure personal item slides under the seat.

Gotchas / Common Issues

  • Ryanair is extremely strict with free personal item size.
  • Priority boarding is the only way to guarantee overhead bin space.
  • Oversized personal items are charged as carry-ons at the gate.

Sources

Ryanair baggage policy