Ryanair issues warning to passengers as major baggage rule kicks in this week

Ryanair has issued an important reminder to passengers ahead of a major change to its baggage rules, which comes into effect tomorrow, Tuesday, November 10.

The budget airline has confirmed that passengers travelling with checked luggage will now need to drop off their bags at least 60 minutes before their scheduled departure time, rather than the previous 40-minute deadline.

The new rule will apply across all airports served by Ryanair, including those in Ireland, and 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 passengers additional time to clear airport security and passport control before making their way to the departure gate.

It is also hoped that the measure will help reduce the number of passengers missing flights due to lengthy queues during particularly busy travel periods.

Ryanair's Chief Marketing Officer, Dara Brady, said the change would provide passengers with more time to navigate busy airports and reach their departure gates.

The airline has urged anyone travelling with checked luggage to arrive at the airport in good time and ensure their bags have been dropped off before the new deadline.

Passengers travelling in the coming days are advised to familiarise themselves with the updated rules and allow sufficient 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.