Ryanair cracks down: £500 fine for unruly passengers, plus new baggage rules
Why Ryanair plans to fine passengers (photo: Pixabay)
Ryanair has announced stricter measures against passengers who violate order during flights. Now, the fine for unruly behavior on board starts at a fairly significant amount. Mirror explains which violations Ryanair punishes and what fines are provided.
Strict fines for disorderly conduct during flight
At the beginning of 2025, Ryanair officially introduced a £500 fine for passengers who disrupt public order on board the aircraft. This amount is the minimum and can be increased depending on the severity of the violation.
This mainly relates to those passengers who should be removed from the plane because of their behavior or who threaten flight safety. The company emphasizes that it aims to ensure a comfortable and safe environment for all passengers and crew members.
Therefore, Ryanair actively fights any manifestations of aggression or unruly behavior during the flight. The fines are part of a comprehensive approach that also includes the possibility of filing civil lawsuits in court.
Problems with aggressive passengers and airline initiatives
The issue of unruly passenger behavior has become acute for airlines around the world. In the summer of 2024, Ryanair management proposed limiting alcohol sales in European airports, allowing passengers to order no more than two drinks while waiting for their flight.
This is because alcohol often becomes a cause of conflicts and aggression among passengers. Fights also arise over seating, which may lead to emergency landings, as happened on a flight from Morocco to London.
In March 2025, Ryanair even launched criminal proceedings against a passenger who pretended to be a UN diplomat and insulted the crew during the flight. This demonstrates the seriousness of the airline's approach to maintaining discipline and safety on board.
Passengers on low-cost flights sometimes behave uncontrollably (photo: Wikipedia)
How passengers and crew can help combat unruly behavior
Ryanair encourages passengers and crew members to report cases of disorderly conduct. A special email address has been created for complaints and information about violators.
The company promises to respond quickly to such reports and take appropriate measures, including fines and legal action. These actions are aimed at ensuring a calm and safe flight for all passengers.
It is important to remember that the comfort of a journey depends not only on the crew but also on the travelers. Ryanair's new fines signal that aggression and disorderly behavior will no longer be ignored.
Previously, we revealed 10 unpleasant facts about air travel that airlines don't tell passengers.
