If you've recently flown with Ryanair, you might have noticed that the airline has become more stringent about their luggage allowances. Gone are the days when you could show up with any carry-on case or backpack; now, your bag must adhere to its specific dimensions of 40x20x25cm. In fact, one Mirror journalist observed 12 passengers on her flight being charged a £46 fee for checking in their 'slightly larger' bags because they didn't fit these dimensions.
Some were under the impression that their cases would be small enough to carry on, but airport staff insisted on the specified dimensions. Journalist Emily wrote: "In the 15-or-so minutes until we were allowed to board, we saw plenty of others having to measure their cases and 12 (yes we counted) had to pay to upgrade when their bags didn't fit. One woman with an over-stuffed backpack started pulling clothes out of her bag and shoving them on top of her outfit to lighten the load.
It worked and she was allowed to go through without paying." So, what's the solution? Emily bought a case specifically designed to meet the strict Ryanair size specifications. If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, she suggests Amazon's Cabin Bag 40x20x25 Underseat Foldable Travel Duffel Bag , available here for £9.
99 in 28 colour options . Or, if you're looking for something that will last you for years and double your wardrobe capacity thanks to its smart compression straps, consider splashing out on Antler's Chelsea Backpack in Woodl.
