TravelRyanairExpert has warned not doing so could see you charged extra08:39, 06 Jul 2026Ryanair passengers have been urged to place cardboard inside their hand luggage following a changed the airline implemented last year.‌The budget carrier expanded its 'personal bag' dimensions by 20% in line with updated EU regulations. From September 2025, travellers flying on a basic fare can take a bigger bag on board, measuring up to 40cm x 30cm x 20cm, without paying extra charges. The bag must weigh under 10kg and fit beneath the seat in front of you.‌With the revised bag measurements now in place, packing specialist Tom Schott from Schott Packaging is warning passengers about a potentially expensive error, as he believes the increased capacity will lead to overstuffed bags that incur penalty cha