What is the 24-hour rule with Ryanair?

Ryanair's 24-hour rule allows you to correct minor booking errors (like swapping first/last names) or cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking, provided the flight is booked at least 7 days before departure, acting as a risk-free grace period for immediate changes or cancellations. After this window, standard change fees and policies apply, with online check-in opening 24 hours before the flight, closing 2 hours prior for free, otherwise incurring airport fees.

What is the 24-hour rule for Ryanair?

We allow a grace period of 24 hours from the time of your original booking to correct any minor errors you may have made (dates/times) free of charge. We also allow you to reverse the route if you've booked your flights incorrectly (e.g., you may change DUB to STN to STN to DUB).

Do you have to check-in 24 hours before a Ryanair flight?

Online check-in for Ryanair flights is available from 24 hours to 2 hours before each flight is scheduled to depart. If you have purchased pre-allocated seating, check-in will be open from 60 days to 2 hours before each flight.

What are the new rules for Ryanair?

Ryanair are moving to 100% Digital Boarding Passes (DBP) from 12 Nov 2025. This means from Wed 12 Nov, all passengers will receive a DBP to their Ryanair App when they check-in online as paper boarding passes will no longer be issued. Online check-in can be completed on Ryanair.com or on the Ryanair App.

How do I change my Ryanair flight?

1. Click 'My Bookings' on Ryanair's website or 'My trips' on the mobile app.
2. Log into your myRyanair account.
3. Select 'Manage this booking' on the booking you need to change.
4. Select the 'Change your flight' option and choose the flight you wish to change.

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What is the new law on Ryanair?

The budget airline Ryanair recently introduced a change to its luggage policy. Passengers are now being given a larger under-seat cabin bag allowance for free. This means they can now take a bag measuring 40 × 30 × 20 cm on board with them at no extra cost.

What is the new boarding process for Ryanair?

Digital Boarding Pass. Ryanair has moved to 100% Digital Boarding Passes (DBP) and no longer accepts printed boarding passes. This means all passengers will receive a DBP to their Ryanair App when they check-in online. Online check-in can be completed on Ryanair.com or on the Ryanair App.

What happens if I don't check-in online for a Ryanair flight?

If you don't check in online with Ryanair, you must still check in at the airport but will face a significant airport check-in fee (often £30-£55) for failing to use their mandatory online system, as online check-in is required for all passengers to get their digital or printed boarding pass before arriving, with some exceptions for document verification issues. 

Can you change your passport number after booking a flight?

Yes. It's possible to change your passport number after booking a flight. Most airlines will ask you to add your passport details at the time of booking. Depending on the airline, you can book a flight using your old passport details and update them once you get your new passport.

Does Ryanair offer a 24-hour grace period?

We allow a grace period of 24 hours from the time of your original booking to correct any minor errors you may have made (dates/times) free of charge. We also allow you to reverse the route if you've booked your flights incorrectly (e.g., you may change DUB to STN to STN to DUB).

What is the 24-hour booking policy?

The 24-hour cancellation rule is a regulation by the US Department of Transportation that mandates airlines to offer free cancellations or changes to flights within 24 hours of booking, as long as the flight is at least seven days away, was booked directly with the airline, and originates in or are goes to the US on ...

Am I supposed to check-in 24 hours before a flight?

Checking in for your flight as early as possible—typically 24 hours in advance—is always a good idea to prevent any potential travel hiccups.

What is the 40 minute rule for Ryanair?

Ryanair's 40-minute rule is a strict policy that requires passengers to complete all check-in and bag-drop procedures at the airport no later than 40 minutes before the scheduled departure time, or risk being denied boarding without a refund and potentially incurring a significant "missed departure fee" (around €100/£100) to move to a later flight. This applies even if you've checked in online but need to drop bags, as bag-drop desks close 40 mins prior, and it helps Ryanair maintain punctuality, but it means you must be at the gate (and through security) at least 30 minutes before departure to avoid penalties for delays, notes Ryanair Help Centre. 

What are Ryanair's new rules?

Ryanair, new check-in and hand luggage rules: what will change from May 2025. From May 2025, Ryanair will introduce important changes for its passengers: goodbye paper boarding passes replaced by digital ones and new rules for hand luggage, paying particular attention to size and arrival time at the airport.

What if my luggage is 1 kg overweight Ryanair?

Ryanair Excess Fees

If your checked bag exceeds the weight limit (10kg or 20kg depending on your booking), you may pay for excess baggage at the airport. Ryanair allows checked bags up to a maximum of 32kg, with excess weight charged at £11 / €11 per kg.

Can I give my Ryanair ticket to someone else?

Yes. However, you will have to pay our name change fee. You may not change the name if one of the flights has already departed. See our Table of Fees.

How much is the missed departure fee for Ryanair?

But one of the most notable changes is the new "40- minute" rule. Ryanair will apply a €100 fine per passenger to those who arrive at the check-in counter less than 40 minutes before flight departure. The airline considers that at that time, the boarding process is already underway and the counter is closed.