Breaking News: Ryanair Baggage Update 2025 – Bigger Free Bags Starting Today!

Hold onto your boarding passes, folks! In a move that's got budget travelers cheering (and maybe shedding a tear of joy), Ryanair has officially rolled out its new baggage policy today. Yes, you read that right – the airline infamous for treating oversized bags like public enemies is actually increasing the size of your free carry-on. Miracles do happen, or perhaps it's just EU pressure finally cracking that tough Irish shell. Let's unpack this Ryanair baggage update (pun absolutely intended) with some fun facts, easy explanations, and a side of cheeky jabs at everyone's favorite no-frills flyer.

A Ryanair plane basks in the warm glow of the golden hour, readying for its next journey under the soft evening light and your "big" hand baggage

The Big Reveal: What's Changing in the Ryanair Baggage Update?

For years, Ryanair has been the strict hall monitor of the skies, slapping fees on anything that didn't fit their tiny under-seat bag allowance. The old rule? Your free personal item had to squeeze into a measly 40cm x 20cm x 25cm – that's about 20,000 cubic centimeters, perfect for a weekend getaway if you're a minimalist monk.

But starting today, September 5, 2025, the Ryanair baggage update boosts that to 40cm x 30cm x 20cm. That's a 20% volume increase to 24,000 cubic centimeters – enough extra room for that impulse-buy souvenir, an extra pair of shoes, or even a small emotional support pillow. Why the change? The EU's pushing for standardized carry-on sizes to cut gate drama, and Ryanair's stepping up with new luggage sizers at 235 airports. No more awkward bag Tetris – or at least, less of it.

Joke time: Ryanair giving us more space for free? Next, they'll serve complimentary champagne... in thimbles, charged to your card. This Ryanair baggage update isn't life-changing – you still can't pack your kitchen sink – but that extra 5cm in width lets your bag breathe, and so can you.

Keep calm and carry on - with a new update size on your carry-on

Ryanair Baggage Update vs. the Competition

Ryanair's still the budget boss, so don't expect legacy airline luxuries. But how does this Ryanair baggage update compare to other sky cowboys? We've crunched the numbers for an easy side-by-side.

Airline	Free Carry-On Allowance	Notes
Ryanair (New!)	40cm x 30cm x 20cm (under-seat bag)	Priority adds a 55cm x 40cm x 20cm overhead bag for €6-€30. Checked bags start at 10kg for €10-€40.
EasyJet	45cm x 36cm x 20cm (small cabin bag)	Roomier from the start – fits overhead or under seat. Speedy Boarding adds a larger bag. No weight limit.
Wizz Air	40cm x 30cm x 20cm (under-seat bag)	Matches Ryanair's new size. Priority adds a 55cm x 40cm x 23cm bag. Oversize fees are steep.
British Airways	56cm x 45cm x 25cm (cabin bag) + 40cm x 30cm x 15cm (personal item)	Generous – up to 23kg each. No wonder their tickets cost more!

The Ryanair baggage update puts it neck-and-neck with Wizz Air but behind EasyJet's roomier allowance and BA's outright generosity. Light packers, rejoice – Ryanair's still a steal. Overpackers, beware: fees for priority or checked bags haven't dropped, and staff bonuses for spotting oversizers just got juicier.

It's like Ryanair's saying, "Here's more rope... but we'll charge if you hang yourself with it."

Final Thoughts: Pack Smarter with the Ryanair Baggage Update

This Ryanair baggage update is a breath of fresh air in budget flying – literally more air in your bag! For trips booked from today, ensure your luggage fits the new 40cm x 30cm x 20cm specs to dodge "gotcha" fees. And Ryanair, keep the good vibes coming; maybe next you'll let us pick seats without a lottery fee.

Safe travels, adventurers! What's your take on this Ryanair baggage update – game-changer or tiny tweak?

Drop a comment, and share your Ryanair bag horror stories. Bon voyage! ✈️