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*All* Carry-on Baggage charges Queries & Questions ...

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    #602
    Locker10a
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 4,173 Mod ✭✭✭✭Locker10a


    Gravelly wrote: »
    How strictly Ryanair impose baggage restrictions can be difficult to predict. I fly with them a fair bit, and I almost always carry a bag quite a bit larger than what is specified as carry on size, and have never had a problem, but have seen others on the same flight pulled up on it. A lot seems to depend on how full and how far the flight is - on short flights that have a few empty seats they usually ignore all bags, on longer flights or very full flights they will make you check a bag that's oversize. A hint to avoid trouble is to be one of the last to board - I've noticed that they only check bag sizes on the first half of the queue to board, presumably because after that there will be enough room in the overhead bins for all the carry on that's left. I've also noticed that they tend to check holdall-type bags more than backpacks - so I always carry a backpack, and keep it on my back during boarding.
    Official policy is, on full or busy flight the first 90 passengers, who have compliant luggage are allowed board with luggage, the remainder of pax will have their larger bag or wheelie case tagged and placed into the hold, the capacity of the overhead lockers is approximately 90 wheelie cases.


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    #603
    gustafo
    Registered Users Posts: 1,759 ✭✭✭gustafo


    I know there is a ban bringing laptops into the cabin on many airlines departing from UK/US

    Is this the same from dublin? would i have to put the laptop in checked baggage on turkish airline.

    Cheers.


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    #604
    nsa0bupkd3948x
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    gustafo wrote: »
    I know there is a ban bringing laptops into the cabin on many airlines departing from UK/US

    Is this the same from dublin? would i have to put the laptop in checked baggage on turkish airline.

    Cheers.


    Not from Dublin no. If you are connecting to the US from IST you would need to at the gate in Istanbul.


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    #605
    gustafo
    Registered Users Posts: 1,759 ✭✭✭gustafo


    Sabrina Tinkling Toe wrote: »
    Not from Dublin no. If you are connecting to the US from IST you would need to at the gate in Istanbul.

    i'll be travelling to bangkok via istanbul

    oh that's good so i'll be able to take laptop into the cabin.


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    #606
    coylemj
    Registered Users Posts: 25,441 ✭✭✭✭coylemj


    gustafo wrote: »
    I know there is a ban bringing laptops into the cabin on many airlines departing from UK/US

    Not 'departing from', the ban applies to passengers flying into the UK and the US from certain airports.

    For security questions, I would always check the airline's website for the most up to date advice, you don't know who is providing answers here (that applies to me and every other poster on boards) and whether we have the absolute up to the minute information.


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    #607
    Curious Geroge
    Registered Users Posts: 1,014 ✭✭✭Curious Geroge


    Flying at the end of the month with a 6 month old. Did not purchase a checked in bag at the time off booking so no longer able to get the 50% discount if I read the FAQ right. Can anyone tell me how the airport is about baby milk powder as its not a liquid - and baby food pouches that are sealed. thanks


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    #608
    teggers5
    Registered Users Posts: 445 ✭✭teggers5


    I'm just back from travelling with a baby. I brought baby formula powder on board and there was no problem. it was an unopened sealed tub but they didn't even check it. not sure about the pouches but I'd imagine they'd be fine.

    In response to my own question about the baby's changing bag. I contacted both airlines before we travelled. Ryanair & Airlingus. They both allow the larger size dimensions for a carry on case but the weight limit is 5kg.


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    #609
    Doltanian
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    A friend of mine often goes to the Ryanair checkin and asks if he can volunteer off his carryon into the hold that he's not in a rush. He usually does it when he is trying to bring back alcohol he has purchased outside of Duty free at lower prices. Haven't tried it myself but it is a novel idea to avoid dragging your bag around with you and into the plane.


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    #610
    Locker10a
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 4,173 Mod ✭✭✭✭Locker10a


    Doltanian wrote: »
    A friend of mine often goes to the Ryanair checkin and asks if he can volunteer off his carryon into the hold that he's not in a rush. He usually does it when he is trying to bring back alcohol he has purchased outside of Duty free at lower prices. Haven't tried it myself but it is a novel idea to avoid dragging your bag around with you and into the plane.
    My mum does this on Aer Lingus too, she loves it! It makes going through security so much faster and easier and you feel so free when you're shopping/eating before your flight. It also removes all the stress from boarding, you can stroll on at your leisure, no worries about stowage space etc


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    #611
    Fred Swanson
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    #612
    fussyonion
    Registered Users Posts: 7,819 ✭✭✭fussyonion


    Hi, we're flying with Aer Lingus this weekend and my partner was going to carry enough of his medication (to last 10days) in his carry on bag cos he's worried if his suitcase went missing he would be without vital meds.
    Certain ones are vitally important.

    Is there a problem carrying this amount of meds in his carry on bag? We're talking about 180 tablets (no liquids).
    Thank you.


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    #613
    fdevine
    Registered Users Posts: 2,949 ✭✭✭fdevine


    Mother in law does it all the time. Shouldn't be a problem as no liquids involved.


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    #614
    fussyonion
    Registered Users Posts: 7,819 ✭✭✭fussyonion


    fdevine wrote: »
    Mother in law does it all the time. Shouldn't be a problem as no liquids involved.

    Brilliant thank you. He also has a list of his medical problems and the medication signed by his GP incase he's queried.


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    #615
    spurious
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Education Moderators Posts: 27,202 CMod ✭✭✭✭spurious


    He'll be fine.


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    #616
    airbusa320
    Registered Users Posts: 425 ✭✭airbusa320


    I'm off to Lanzarote with the family soon but have not purchased checked in bags yet.
    Does anyone know if I buy a bag can I get a child's bag at half price at this stage or was this only available on booking.
    I booked back in December so never crossed my mind then.


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    #617
    Locker10a
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    airbusa320 wrote: »
    I'm off to Lanzarote with the family soon but have not purchased checked in bags yet.
    Does anyone know if I buy a bag can I get a child's bag at half price at this stage or was this only available on booking.
    I booked back in December so never crossed my mind then.

    The best bet is to probably log into manage my booking, and see the prices when you go to add bags


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    #618
    stimpson
    Registered Users Posts: 7,821 ✭✭✭stimpson


    Fairly sure they did away with half price bags for kids.


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    #619
    Eponymous
    Registered Users Posts: 1,374 ✭✭✭Eponymous


    stimpson wrote: »
    Fairly sure they did away with half price bags for kids.
    They did and in any event, it was only ever available at time of booking.

    Baggage to the Canaries is NOT cheap!


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    #620
    airbusa320
    Registered Users Posts: 425 ✭✭airbusa320


    Only available at time of booking just checked my booking. It pops up when you try price another trip.
    140 euro for a 2okg return. is certainly not cheap


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    #621
    Locker10a
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    airbusa320 wrote: »
    Only available at time of booking just checked my booking. It pops up when you try price another trip.
    140 euro for a 2okg return. is certainly not cheap

    No it's not cheap at all, airlines frequently take hand luggage cases at check in for free( to alleviate the demand for space in the lockers on busy flights) if you think you're child can survive on what can be packed into a hand luggage case then it may be worth trying this as opposed to ridiculous extra bag charges. My often drops her hand luggage off at the check in desk where it's carried for free. But hand luggage dimensions and and weight still apply.


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    #622
    Rockfish
    Registered Users Posts: 668 ✭✭✭Rockfish


    Been a good few years since i travelled with them. Whats the story with cabin baggage? can you bring on a small 'second' bag like you can with ryanair? :confused:


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    #623
    miezekatze
    Registered Users Posts: 1,341 ✭✭✭miezekatze


    Yes you can.


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    #624
    Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy
    Registered Users Posts: 5,019 ✭✭✭Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy


    Tweeted the airport by no reply yet.
    Any idea if a bar of soap or make up wipes have to go into the transparent bag with liquids?


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    #625
    stargazer 68
    Registered Users Posts: 5,117 ✭✭✭stargazer 68


    Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy wrote: »
    Tweeted the airport by no reply yet.
    Any idea if a bar of soap or make up wipes have to go into the transparent bag with liquids?

    I've never put wipes in the transparent bag


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    #626
    Locker10a
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 4,173 Mod ✭✭✭✭Locker10a


    Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy wrote: »
    Tweeted the airport by no reply yet.
    Any idea if a bar of soap or make up wipes have to go into the transparent bag with liquids?
    This will answer your question, are they liquid? ...


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    #627
    Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy
    Registered Users Posts: 5,019 ✭✭✭Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy


    Locker10a wrote: »
    This will answer your question, are they liquid? ...
    I know. No they're not but the wipes are wet. I never brought either with me so I want to make sure, it's a waste if they're thrown out
    Dovies wrote: »
    I've never put wipes in the transparent bag
    Thanks Dovies :)


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    #628
    Curb Your Enthusiasm
    Registered Users Posts: 3,478 ✭✭✭Curb Your Enthusiasm


    Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy wrote: »
    I know. No they're not but the wipes are wet. I never brought either with me so I want to make sure, it's a waste if they're thrown out

    No you should be grand.


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    #629
    RoYoBo
    Registered Users Posts: 856 ✭✭✭RoYoBo


    Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy wrote: »
    Tweeted the airport by no reply yet.
    Any idea if a bar of soap or make up wipes have to go into the transparent bag with liquids?

    Always take both wipes and bar soap with me in my hand luggage - also bar suncream and insect repellent that I make myself - never put them in the bag and never had a problem.


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    #630
    Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy
    Registered Users Posts: 5,019 ✭✭✭Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy


    Thanks for the reply, I'd a person in Dublin airport empty my clear bag for putting in mascara and eyeliner into it and made a show of me, so I get wary bringing new stuff. Even though Standsted said it was uncalled for and I was right to put them in.
    RoYoBo wrote: »
    also bar suncream and insect repellent that I make myself.
    A bar of sun cream? How do you do that? I know it's off topic but that fierce handy


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    #631
    RoYoBo
    Registered Users Posts: 856 ✭✭✭RoYoBo


    Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy wrote: »


    A bar of sun cream? How do you do that? I know it's off topic but that fierce handy

    I make it with coconut oil, beeswax and zinc oxide powder in bun papers. There's lots of recipes on the net. It really is very handy and no nasty chemicals. Similar for the anti-bug bars but with citronella, lavender etc in the bars.


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