Ryanair issue check-in warning for passengers before flights

Ryanair will charge you £55 for not checking in online before getting to the airport. <i>(Image: Getty Images)</i>
Ryanair will charge you £55 for not checking in online before getting to the airport. (Image: Getty Images)
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Ryanair has issued a warning to passengers about checking in for their flight or risk paying out a £55 fine.

There are many things you need to remember before heading to the airport, such as what to pack and bringing your passport.

However, for travellers flying with Ryanair, there is some vital information passengers need to know.

If you do not take action, you could risk having to pay a fee at the airport.

What do Ryanair passengers need to do before heading to the airport?

Holidays are already very expensive, so you will want to avoid any extra fees by making sure you are prepared for your flight.

Ryanair passengers are being reminded to check in for their flight before heading to the airport, or they could be charged.

If you do not check in online before going to the airport, Ryanair will charge you £55 or €55.

Ryanair will print your boarding passes for you for free, but you will be charged for the check-in procedure.

The price of the charge can be different depending on what your travel route is.

The Ryanair website states: "If you do not check in online up to 2 hours before your scheduled departure time, you may check in at the airport up to 40 minutes before departure, but you will be charged an airport check-in fee.

"We urge all passengers to check in online before arriving at the airport so these fees can be avoided."

Should I print my boarding pass?

While most people will now just have their boarding pass downloaded on their phones, it might be a good idea to also print a backup.

Your phone can easily run out of charge at the airport or be stolen, meaning you have no access to your boarding pass.


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Mobile thefts are quite common for foreign visitors, with tourists being targeted in airports, on public transport, and in city centres.

You can print your boarding passes, booking confirmations, and any insurance details so you have a copy in case you lose your phone.

Did you know about this check-in charge before? Let us know in the comments.

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