Not been abroad for 20 years

Pollycat

SUPERGIRL2020 said:

Pollycat said:

SUPERGIRL2020 said:

Pollycat 

Get your tape measure out and check.

Don't try to 'wing it' with Ryanair.

Ive read Ryanair are very strict about suitcase sizes 

That's why you need to be 110% sure that your case is compliant with Ryanair rules.

Do you know how much they charge if the suitcase is too big?

Check out the Ryanair website.
It will not be cheap.

SUPERGIRL2020

Pollycat said:

SUPERGIRL2020 said:

Pollycat said:

SUPERGIRL2020 said:

Pollycat 

Get your tape measure out and check.

Don't try to 'wing it' with Ryanair.

Ive read Ryanair are very strict about suitcase sizes 

That's why you need to be 110% sure that your case is compliant with Ryanair rules.

Do you know how much they charge if the suitcase is too big?

Check out the Ryanair website.
It will not be cheap.

Ive looked on there but can't find out how much they charge if suitcases are too big 

zagfles

SUPERGIRL2020 said:

zagfles said: 
Don't exceed the dimensions/weight they specify for the bags. They don't always check but sometimes do, and sometimes they'll be fussy about size and other times weight. Include wheels on trolley bags in the dimensions. 

This really worries me Ive bought a small suitcase this is the size 

Ryanair can be fussy but not that fussy - it's vanishing unlikely you'll have a problem with those dimensions as they're within 1cm of their stated cabin bag dimensions. I wouldn't worry about it. 

zagfles

NoodleDoodleMan said:

SUPERGIRL2020 said:

Pollycat 

Get your tape measure out and check.

Don't try to 'wing it' with Ryanair.

Ive read Ryanair are very strict about suitcase sizes 

Weight also.

10kg weight is quite generous for cabin bags, most airlines are less - doubt you could get much more than 10kg in a cabin bag. 

NoodleDoodleMan

Ref. the dimensions - do you live anywhere close to the airport ?

A quick visit with the case would allow you to try fitting it in one of Ryanair's hand luggage measuring "cages" - if it fits in then you are good to go.

Of course it may not be at all convenient - just a suggestion.

I would be wary of the "it'll be alright on the night" approach - best err on the side of caution IMO.

SUPERGIRL2020

zagfles said:

SUPERGIRL2020 said:

zagfles said: 
Don't exceed the dimensions/weight they specify for the bags. They don't always check but sometimes do, and sometimes they'll be fussy about size and other times weight. Include wheels on trolley bags in the dimensions. 

This really worries me Ive bought a small suitcase this is the size 

Ryanair can be fussy but not that fussy - it's vanishing unlikely you'll have a problem with those dimensions as they're within 1cm of their stated cabin bag dimensions. I wouldn't worry about it. 

The measurements don't include the wheels. Ive measured the suitcase myself with a tape measure and those measurements are only the body. The wheels add another 5cm on 

SUPERGIRL2020

NoodleDoodleMan said:

Ref. the dimensions - do you live anywhere close to the airport ?

A quick visit with the case would allow you to try fitting it in one of Ryanair's hand luggage measuring "cages" - if it fits in then you are good to go.

Of course it may not be at all convenient - just a suggestion.

I would be wary of the "it'll be alright on the night" approach - best err on the side of caution IMO.

Thats a good idea the airport is about 15 miles from me. I didn't know you could just go into an airport and randomly measure a suitcase if you're not flying lol 

zagfles

SUPERGIRL2020 said:

zagfles said:

SUPERGIRL2020 said:

zagfles said: 
Don't exceed the dimensions/weight they specify for the bags. They don't always check but sometimes do, and sometimes they'll be fussy about size and other times weight. Include wheels on trolley bags in the dimensions. 

This really worries me Ive bought a small suitcase this is the size 

Ryanair can be fussy but not that fussy - it's vanishing unlikely you'll have a problem with those dimensions as they're within 1cm of their stated cabin bag dimensions. I wouldn't worry about it. 

The measurements don't include the wheels. Ive measured the suitcase myself with a tape measure and those measurements are only the body. The wheels add another 5cm on 

It can't be designed as an aircraft cabin bag, the 55cm height is pretty standard across airlines and the dimensions always include wheels/handles etc. Are the wheels detachable? 

NoodleDoodleMan

SUPERGIRL2020 said:

NoodleDoodleMan said:

Ref. the dimensions - do you live anywhere close to the airport ?

A quick visit with the case would allow you to try fitting it in one of Ryanair's hand luggage measuring "cages" - if it fits in then you are good to go.

Of course it may not be at all convenient - just a suggestion.

I would be wary of the "it'll be alright on the night" approach - best err on the side of caution IMO.

Thats a good idea the airport is about 15 miles from me. I didn't know you could just go into an airport and randomly measure a suitcase if you're not flying lol 

These "cages" (can't think of their proper name) are around the checking in areas - you are not going through check in procedure to pass through security to airside for a flight, so nothing to prevent you going on a quick recce visit.

Apologies if this next bit sounds obvious - but be sure you use a Ryanair "cage" - there are other airline versions around, not all of the same dimensions.

Incidentally most airline luggage manufactures list the airlines that will accept their specific model cabin cases on their website - have a look online for yours.

Good luck

Barkin

zagfles said:

SUPERGIRL2020 said:

zagfles said: 
Don't exceed the dimensions/weight they specify for the bags. They don't always check but sometimes do, and sometimes they'll be fussy about size and other times weight. Include wheels on trolley bags in the dimensions. 

This really worries me Ive bought a small suitcase this is the size 

Ryanair can be fussy but not that fussy - it's vanishing unlikely you'll have a problem with those dimensions as they're within 1cm of their stated cabin bag dimensions. I wouldn't worry about it. 

Neither would I. I've been on literally 100's of Ryanair/Easyjet flights, and I've not once  had my cabin luggage weighed or measured.