Ryanair Priority & 2 Cabin Bags: worth buying?

Ryanair offers Priority and 2 Cabin Bags extra when booking flights. We will answer a few frequent questions about this product.

What does Ryanair Priority include? How much does Ryanair Priority cost? Is Ryanair Priority worth it? How can I save money of Ryanair Priority? What does priority and 2 cabin bags mean on Ryanair? Can I take a 10kg bag on Ryanair for free?

What does Ryanair Priority include?

Priority customers can board the plane via the Priority line and bring 10kg carry-on luggage (55x40x20cm) with them on board in addition to the small bag included for all passengers.

How much does Ryanair Priority cost?

Priority & 2 Cabin Bags costs from €6 to €20 (or £6 to £20).

Is Ryanair Priority worth it?

It is a good deal if you travel with a carry-on suitcase and a small bag (or backpack) is not enough. In that case Priority and 2 Cabin bags is you best and the cheapest option. Otherwise you have to drop off your suitcase into checked-in baggage. It is more expensive and slower both during check-in and while leaving the airport.

At the same time the fact that you board the plane in the Priority Queue is not such a significant advantage. First, recently there are as many if not more people in the Priority Queue than in the regular queue. Second, in many airport, after passing through the gate you go to the plane by bus. In that case, Priority is actually a disadvantage because by boarding the bus first you may be the last one to leave it.

Can I take a 10kg bag on Ryanair for free?

Non-priority customers can only bring one small bag (40cm x 20cm x 25cm), that must fit under a seat. While there is no weight restrictions, it is unlikely a small bag of such size (like laptop backpack) will reach that weight.

What does priority and 2 cabin bags mean on Ryanair

Priority & 2 Cabin Bags allows boarding the plane via the Priority Queue and carrying one small personal bag (40x20x25cm) and 10kg cabin bag (55x40x20cm) on board. This will mean you won't need to wait for your bag at the arrival terminal belt.

How to save money of Ryanair Priority

  • The best feature of Priority is the 10kg carry-on bag.
  • The Priority Boarding is limited per flight. In other words, not all passengers on the flight can buy Priority. It is sold on first come first served basis. So if you know in advance that you travel with a carry-on suitcase, book it in advance. If it gets sold out, other options to get your baggage on board are much more expensive.
  • If you definitely need to bring a 10kg carry-on, but missed Priority your next option is to check-in 10kg of baggage for £/€25.
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