Ryanair vs Aer Lingus: hand luggage compared
Two airlines, two sets of rules. Here they are side by side.
Ryanair vs Aer Lingus
Aer Lingus is the more generous of the two: 55 x 40 x 24 cm against 55 x 40 x 20 cm on Ryanair. A bag that fits Ryanair will fit Aer Lingus.
| Ryanair | Aer Lingus | |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag size | 55 x 40 x 20 cm | 55 x 40 x 24 cm |
| Cabin bag weight | 10 kg | 10 kg |
| Cabin bag included? | No, costs extra | No, costs extra |
| Small bag size | 40 x 30 x 20 cm | 40 x 30 x 20 cm |
| Small bag included? | Yes | Yes |
Check your own bag against both
Both sets of figures come from the airlines' own websites and were checked on 20 September 2026. See the full rules for Ryanair and Aer Lingus.