Unterschiedliche Fristen: Am Flughafen: Bis wann die Koffer aufgegeben sein müssen
Ryanair schließt Gepäckaufgabe bald 20 Minuten früher - und argumentiert mit Vorteilen für die Passagiere. Warum der Billigflieger einen Punkt hat und wie Airlines allgemein mit der Aufgabe umgehen.
For travelers at the airport, having ample time is advisable, especially when carrying a checked bag. Airlines impose deadlines for luggage drop-off, with budget carrier Ryanair reducing the time from 40 minutes to 20 minutes before departure, effective from next Tuesday (November 10). This applies to all Ryanair flights, though strict uniform deadlines don't exist.
The duration for luggage drop-off before departure depends on the airline, airport, and route, according to the German Air Transport Association (BDL). Passengers should verify their specific airline's deadline in booking confirmations, boarding cards, apps, or on the airline's website. Passengers should avoid arriving at the luggage drop-off too early.
Airport walkways are often long, particularly during peak times like holiday seasons, straining security line queues. Passengers often miss flights due to long waits at security checks. Ryanair sees the new rule as beneficial, turning a service disadvantage into an advantage for customers with large bags: it provides more time to navigate security and passport queues and reach the gate promptly before boarding.
The rule directly affects a minority: Ryanair states that about one-fifth of its passengers carry large, checked bags, with the rest traveling with only hand luggage.
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