Ryanair checked baggage drop-off deadline change, Digi Mart USA News: Ryanair has issued a reminder to passengers ahead of a major change to its baggage rules, which takes effect tomorrow, Tuesday, November 10.
The budget airline has confirmed that passengers travelling with checked luggage must now drop off their bags at least 60 minutes before their scheduled departure time, rather than the previous 40-minute deadline. The new rule applies across all airports served by Ryanair, including those in Ireland.
Passengers are being urged to allow sufficient time to complete the baggage drop process before heading through security. According to the airline, the earlier deadline is designed to give travellers additional time to clear airport security and passport control before reaching the departure gate.
The airline also hopes the measure will reduce the number of passengers missing flights because of lengthy queues during particularly busy travel periods. Ryanair’s Chief Marketing Officer, Dara Brady, said the change would give passengers more time to navigate busy airports and reach their gates.
Ryanair has urged anyone travelling with checked luggage to arrive at the airport in good time and ensure their bags are dropped off before the new deadline. Passengers travelling in the coming days are advised to familiarise themselves with the updated rules and allow time for check-in, security screening and any passport control requirements.
The new 60-minute deadline takes effect on Tuesday, November 10, at all airports served by Ryanair.
