Yes, you can buy extra baggage on Ryanair; add 10kg or 20kg checked bags via Manage Booking or at the airport (fees vary by route and season).
Gate Add-On
Airport Desk
Manage Booking
Carry-On Choices
- Free small item under seat
- Priority adds 10kg cabin bag
- Gate move to hold if oversized
Cabin
Checked Baggage
- 10kg or 20kg per bag
- Up to 3 × 20kg per person
- Buy online for lower pricing
Hold
Special Handling
- Sports/music equipment
- Book limited slots early
- Per-item rules and fees
Equipment
How To Buy Extra Baggage On Ryanair
There are three ways to add more allowance. The cheapest path is online. Use the website or the app, open My Bookings, select your trip, tap Manage this booking, then choose Add bags/equipment. Complete payment and you’ll get an updated itinerary by email. At the airport, you can buy at the desk before the deadline. As a last resort, staff may accept an oversized cabin bag at the gate and place it in the hold for a charge.
Ryanair sells two hold options: a 10kg check-in bag and a 20kg check-in bag. You can add multiple hold bags on one booking, with a cap of up to three 20kg pieces per passenger. Pricing depends on route, date, and when you add the bag. Online tends to be lower than airport desk rates.
| Bag Type | Allowance | Where You Add It |
|---|---|---|
| 10kg Check-In Bag | 10kg; placed in the hold; drop at the desk | Manage Booking, app, or airport desk |
| 20kg Check-In Bag | 20kg per bag; up to 3 × 20kg per passenger | Manage Booking, app, or airport desk |
| Priority & 2 Cabin Bags | Small personal item plus one 10kg cabin bag | Add Priority during booking or via Manage Booking |
| Excess Weight At Desk | Per-kg charge over your allowance | Airport check-in desk only |
Buying Extra Baggage On Ryanair: Rules And Prices
The help centre confirms the offer: a 10kg check-in bag and a 20kg check-in bag, with each passenger able to purchase up to three 20kg checked bags on one booking. Weight limits are strict. If a bag is heavier than your allowance, the airline charges a per-kg excess fee at the airport based on the current fees schedule. Routes and seasons influence the price you see during purchase.
The airline spells out cabin dimensions and how Priority works. Priority lets you bring a small personal item and a 10kg wheelie on board. All passengers still get one small personal item, which must fit under the seat. If a cabin bag fails the size check at the gate, it can be moved to the hold for a fee.
For hold pieces, pack with the weight cap in mind. A 20kg allowance applies to one suitcase; you can’t split that weight across two smaller cases on a single 20kg purchase. If you need two cases, buy two hold bags or shift items to the cabin allowance. This prevents last-minute repacking at the desk.
Prices change with demand. Check the official Table of Fees before you pay. If you want a quick refresher on broad sizing norms across carriers, scan our note on carry-on sizes to plan a suitcase that pulls its weight without headaches.
When To Add Baggage For The Best Price
Book early if you can. Adding hold bags while you buy the ticket usually returns the lowest total. If your plans change, use Manage Booking as soon as you know. Online prices often beat the airport desk. At the gate, expect the steepest charge if your cabin bag is too big and must go to the hold.
Traveling with gifts or gear? Weigh at home and leave buffer weight for the return. If you expect to shop abroad, adding one 20kg bag online beats paying a stack of per-kg fees later.
Dimensions, Weight Caps, And What Counts
Cabin. One small personal item is standard. With Priority, you add a 10kg wheelie (55 × 40 × 20 cm). Keep the smaller item to 40 × 30 × 20 cm and slide it under the seat. Gate staff use sizers and enforcement is strict.
Hold. Choose 10kg or 20kg. A 20kg allowance attaches to a single bag. The system allows up to three 20kg bags per person on one booking. If you exceed the weight, you pay per kilo at the desk. Dense items like books or shoes add up fast; distribute weight smartly.
Equipment. Sports and music gear may ride in the hold if you buy space for the item type. These products have their own limits and fees, so pick the correct option during the add-bags flow.
Excess Weight, Gate Drops, And Enforcement
Turn up at check-in with a case over the allowance and the desk will add a per-kg charge. Arrive at the gate with a large cabin bag and staff can route it to the hold for a fee. Public statements show the company is leaning into tighter checks, so plan for that and you’ll breeze through.
| Scenario | Best Action | Money Saver Tip |
|---|---|---|
| You booked Value fare and want a suitcase | Add one 20kg hold bag in Manage Booking | Do it online early for lower pricing |
| Your 20kg case weighs 23kg | Remove 3kg or pay per-kg at the desk | Shift weight to a Priority 10kg cabin bag if you have room |
| Souvenirs push you over on the return | Buy a second 20kg bag online | Compare two 10kg bags vs one 20kg if items are dense |
| No space in the cabin sizer at the gate | Gate-check to hold for a fee | Buy Priority earlier to bring the 10kg wheelie aboard |
| Travelling with a guitar | Book the musical instrument option | Pre-book; airport stock can be limited |
Route, Season, And Price Ranges
Bag prices shift across routes, travel dates, and sales. Summer peaks and holiday weeks usually cost more. That’s why you’ll see a range during the add-bags step. The fees page shows airport charges and the structure of per-kg excess. Online you’ll often find lower figures than those posted at check-in desks.
One smart habit: check your itinerary both ways. Outbound and return legs can price differently. If you only need a suitcase one way, add a hold bag to that leg only.
Family Travel, Infants, And Special Items
Infants under two without a seat don’t get a separate cabin allowance, but an adult may carry a small baby bag along with their own items. Checked pieces for strollers or car seats have their own handling rules in the booking flow. If in doubt, scan the carriage terms that apply to your trip.
Sports gear such as golf clubs, skis, or bikes must be booked as equipment. Space is limited on some aircraft, so secure the slot early. Musical instruments follow similar logic. Pack cases that protect the load and label them well.
Packing Tactics That Avoid Fees
Weigh every bag before you leave. A small luggage scale pays for itself the first time you dodge per-kg charges. Pack dense items in the cabin wheelie if you bought Priority. Spread shoes and toiletries between travellers on the same booking. Use compression cubes for soft clothing, but don’t exceed the weight cap.
Liquids and batteries follow their own rules. Keep toiletries within the cabin liquids rule and move spare lithium cells to hand luggage. If you’re unsure about hard limits on checked items, skim our note on size limits on checked baggage before you buy extra space.
Quick Add Steps: App And Web
On The Website
Open the site, click My Bookings, log in, choose your trip, then tap Manage this booking → Add bags/equipment. Pick a 10kg or 20kg bag and select the leg. Pay and download the updated email.
On The App
Open the app, go to My trips, select the booking, and tap Add bags. Choose the allowance you want, confirm for each leg, then pay. The app shows your updated extras in the trip card.
Final Tips For Buying Extra Baggage
Yes, you can buy extra baggage on Ryanair and you have flexible ways to do it. Add hold bags online for the best price, keep an eye on weight caps, and use Priority if you want a second cabin piece. Want a deeper read on staying safe with electronics? Try our short guide to power banks on planes before you pack your chargers.