Ryanair Shortens Baggage Check-In Window to 60 Minutes
The airline's new rule, effective Nov. 10, requires passengers to drop checked luggage earlier to ease airport congestion.
By Sakura Ellis ·
Ryanair officially activated a new baggage policy on Nov. 10, requiring passengers with checked luggage to drop their bags at least 60 minutes before scheduled departure.
The rule changes the previous standard, which allowed travelers up to 40 minutes before takeoff to complete the bag drop process. This shift applies to all airports served by the carrier, including locations in Ireland.
The airline stated that the earlier deadline is designed to give passengers additional time to finish security screening and passport checks. By moving this step earlier in the process, Ryanair aims to reduce the risk of travelers missing flights due to long queues at the bag drop desks.
Dublin Airport and other operators already advise passengers to arrive at least two hours before departure, especially during peak travel times. Ryanair believes the new timeline will improve overall passenger flow through these facilities.
The company noted that while only a minority of its customers check luggage, those who do are urged to arrive well in advance. Passengers flying in the coming weeks are advised to account for the extra time needed for baggage check-in, security, and passport control.
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