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Ryanair vs Aer Lingus: baggage fees compared
In short: Ryanair's checked bag starts cheaper than Aer Lingus' when added online. Prices vary by route and date: these are the ranges each airline publishes.
| Ryanair | Aer Lingus | |
|---|---|---|
| Checked online | €21.49 to €59.99 / £21.49 to £59.99 | €28 to €60 / £27 to £54 |
| Checked at the airport | €59.99 / £59.99 | €38 to €70 / £37 to £62 |
| Cabin bag | €12.49 to €36 / £12.49 to £36 | from €9.99 / from £9.99 |
| Cabin bag size | 55 × 40 × 20 cm, 10kg | 55 × 40 × 24 cm, 10kg |
| Free personal item | 40 × 30 × 20 cm | 40 × 30 × 20 cm |
| Seat | €3 to €27.50 / £3 to £27.50 | from €6.99 / from £6.99 |
From each airline's own price pages: Ryanair checked 2026-10-19, Aer Lingus checked 2026-10-20.
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