Saturday, June 8, 2024 As summer 2024 unfolds, travelers are eagerly planning their holidays. But before you head to the airport, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with the hand luggage policies of your chosen airline. With the UK’s most popular carriers like Ryanair, TUI, Jet2, and more each enforcing unique and often strict hand luggage restrictions, being prepared can save you from unexpected fines and inconveniences at the gate.
Hand luggage rules can vary significantly across airlines. This summer, airlines are expected to enforce these restrictions rigorously, which means that passengers could face fines up to £70 per bag if their carry-on doesn’t comply with the specific airline’s dimensions and weight limits. Here’s a breakdown of the hand luggage allowances for some of the UK’s most used airlines.
Ryanair is known for its stringent hand luggage policies. Standard fare passengers can bring one small personal bag onboard, measuring no more than 40 x 20 x 25 cm. This bag must fit under the seat in front of you.
If you need more space, you must upgrade to a Priority fare, which allows you an additional 10 kg bag with dimensions of 55 x 40 x 20 cm, plus the small personal item. TUI offers a bit more flexibility. For flight-only customers, one piece of hand luggage is permitted with a maximum size of 55 x 40 x 20 cm and a weight limit of 10 kg.
In addition, you can carry a small personal item like a handbag or a laptop bag that must fit under the seat in fr.
