Airline baggage comparison
Ryanair vs easyJet Bag Rules: Which Carry-On Is Easier?
Ryanair is built around a smaller free under-seat bag, while easyJet gives every traveler a substantially larger free small cabin bag. The right choice depends on whether you need an overhead roller or can travel with a compact backpack.
Rule
Ryanair
easyJet
Carry-on dimensions
55 × 40 × 20 cm
56 × 45 × 25 cm
Carry-on weight
10.0 kg
Not stated
Personal-item dimensions
40 × 30 × 20 cm
45 × 36 × 20 cm
Strictness score
5/5
3/5
Practical verdict
For a free personal-item-style bag, easyJet is the more forgiving option. If you fly Ryanair, choose a bag that genuinely stays within 40 × 30 × 20 cm or add Priority before travel.