{
  "id": 18532492,
  "title": "Ryanair Warns Passengers of New Baggage Deadline",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/ryanair-warns-passengers-of-new-baggage-deadline",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-06T16:40:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Leader",
    "slug": "the-leader",
    "url": "https://theleader.info/2026/11/06/ryanair-warns-passengers-of-new-baggage-deadline/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ryanair has announced a new policy change effective November 10th, requiring passengers with checked luggage to arrive at the airport 60 minutes prior to departure, down from the current 40 minutes. This adjustment will impact around 20% of Ryanair's 20% of passengers, who typically carry checked luggage. The airline aims to minimize flight delays due to security and passport control queues. Around 80% of Ryanair's customers, flying with cabin luggage only, will not be affected, as they must still complete online check-in and proceed through security to their gate. Ryanair's self-service kiosks will aid in quicker bag drop. Passengers who miss the deadline may face boarding denial without a refund, so it's advised to arrive at least two hours early to avoid issues, especially during peak travel times.",
  "summary": "Ryanair passengers travelling with checked luggage are being warned of an important change coming into force on Tuesday, 10 November, when airport check-in and bag-drop desks will close 60 minutes before scheduled departure instead of the current 40 minutes. The new rule will apply across Ryanair’s entire network, including flights departing from Alicante-Elche and Murcia […] The post Ryanair…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}