Holidaymakers are being warned to check their hand luggage dimensions as airlines crack down on size limits, with charges of up to £70 for oversized bags. Ryanair, EasyJet, Jet2, and TUI are among carriers enforcing strict rules at the gate this summer.
To avoid fees, travellers should measure their bags before heading to the airport. The FREETOO Luggage Scale on Amazon, priced at £9.40, has nearly 50,000 reviews and a 4.8-star rating, offering precise measurements up to 50kg. However, some users have reported quality issues, such as slow operation and smaller size than expected.
Jet2 allows a free carry-on bag up to 10kg and 56 x 45 x 25cm. The Dunelm Elements Hard Shell Suitcase in cabin size (£21, down from £30) fits these dimensions. Shoppers call it 'absolutely brilliant' and a 'bargain', though some found the shell too thin to protect items.
EasyJet's strict rules permit only a small personal bag (45 x 36 x 20cm) unless passengers pay for an upgrade. The Aerolite Lightweight case on Amazon (£37.34) fits these limits and is praised as 'robust', but some report stiff wheels and broken zips. Excess luggage costs £48.
Ryanair passengers can bring a small personal bag (40 x 20 x 25cm) or pay for Priority Boarding to add a 10kg bag (55 x 40 x 20cm). Primark's £25 8-Wheel Hard Shell Underseat Suitcase, popular on TikTok, meets the smaller size. Oversized bags incur charges of £48 or £70.
