Ryanair online check-in: when it opens and closes
Ryanair online check-in opens 3 days before departure and closes 2 hours before departure. The times change with the route, airport or fare, as the table below shows.
- Online check-in opens
- 3 days before departure
- Online check-in closes
- 2 hours before departure
- Where to check in
- Ryanair website or mobile app
- Last verified
Open Ryanair online check-in (ryanair.com)
When does Ryanair online check-in open?
Ryanair online check-in opens 3 days before the scheduled departure time.
When does Ryanair online check-in close?
Ryanair online check-in closes 2 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Ryanair check-in times by route and fare
| Applies to | Opens | Closes | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 3 days before | 2 hours before | Free random seat check-in opens 72 hours and closes 2 hours before flight departure. |
| Paid seat purchase | 60 days before | 2 hours before | Check-in opens 60 days (1440 hours) before departure with reserved seat purchase. |
| Airport counter | 2 hours before | 60 minutes before | From 10 November 2026 airport check-in and bag drop desks close 60 minutes before departure. Checking in at the airport costs a fee. |
Earlier check-in with Ryanair
Early check-in opens 60 days before flight departure with a paid reserved seat.
What Ryanair says
These times come from pages published by Ryanair, last checked on November 13, 2026. Airlines change their rules, so confirm on the airline's page before you travel.
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check-in opens 72 hours before your flight and closes 2 hours before
Source: help.ryanair.com
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From Tues 10 Nov 2026, airport check-in & bag drop will close 60 mins prior to scheduled departure
Source: help.ryanair.com
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