# Budget airlines Ryanair and easyJet could allow passengers to bring both a cabin bag and personal item without extra charges if proposed EU regulations are approved.

*fintech · news · 2026-04-06 · The daily Star*

## Key points

- Ryanair has increased its personal bag size allowance to 40 x 30 x 20cm after EU regulation changes.
- Proposed EU rules would require airlines to allow both a cabin bag and personal item for free.
- The new allowance would permit a personal item and a hand luggage piece totaling up to 100cm and 7kg.
- MEPs are pushing for a rule mandating children under 12 sit next to accompanying adults without extra fees.

**Companies:** Ryanair, easyJet
**Countries:** United Kingdom, European Union

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