Lots of people travel with easyJet, but there’s a certain rule passengers need to follow. If they don’t stick to it, they could end up having to pay more money
easyJet passengers should follow the rule (stock image)(Image: Peter Charlesworth, LightRocket via Getty Images)
Lots of people jet off abroad at this time of year, but there’s important information you need to be aware of if you travel with easyJet. After all, travellers need to be clued up on everything there is to know as the summer holiday season gets going, with countless people dreaming of some time in the sun.
If you’re set to travel soon, and you’re flying with easyJet, there are some crucial travel tips you need to come to terms with before you depart. This is information you don’t want to ignore, as failing to follow the guidelines could see you having to cough up extra cash during your journey.
This isn’t the only occasion travel advice has been highlighted either. Not too long ago, tips were also given to people to help them bag the best plane seats to avoid germs.
What can cost you extra?
Everyone wants to squeeze as much value as possible out of their holiday budget, so it pays to know exactly what baggage is included before you book. Many travellers tend to focus on the headline ticket price, but baggage fees can swiftly add a considerable sum to the total cost of a trip.
According to Ricky Durrance, travel expert at package holiday specialists Teletext Holidays, getting to grips with easyJet’s baggage rules can save you a tidy sum and help you make the most of your baggage allowance. The good news is that every easyJet passenger is allowed to bring one small bag on board without any extra charge.
However, that’s where things get complicated as, if your bag won’t fit beneath the seat in front of you, you’ll probably need to pay an additional fee.
Overhead locker space is restricted and frequently comes at a price, so it’s worth weighing up whether a checked bag represents better value. The easyJet website states: “Our low fares include one small cabin bag free of charge.
“Your bag can weigh up to 15kg, but we do ask that you’re able to lift and carry it yourself. You can purchase additional bags online when you make your booking or any time before you travel, via Manage bookings on our website or mobile app.
“Buying online is always cheaper than at the airport. Fees vary depending on the route selected, flight and time of booking.”
However, it’s crucial to remember that, if you wish to pay for a large cabin bag, charges can be steeper during busy travel periods. For couples and mates travelling together, it’s worth crunching the numbers to determine whether sharing a checked suitcase makes more financial sense before you book.
Things you may be overlooking
Managing your baggage allowance can be a right faff, and it becomes even trickier when your suitcase eats up a substantial chunk of the weight limit. easyJet’s large cabin bag allowance permits up to 15kg.
However, many hard-shell cabin cases tip the scales at between 3.5kg and 4.5kg when empty, meaning the usable space for clothes and other belongings can end up being considerably less than anticipated.
You may find yourself with as little as 10.5kg available for packing, which can disappear remarkably quickly. In contrast, a shared 23kg checked bag using a similarly weighted case still leaves upwards of 18.5kg free for packing, which can make a world of difference.
Ricky added: “It’s also worth knowing that booking your baggage allowance sooner rather than later can help save you money.”
easyJet’s baggage fees tend to be cheaper when added at the point of booking rather than closer to the departure date. For those booking a package holiday rather than directly through the airline, it’s worth checking this as early as possible, ideally at the time of booking.
When airlines levy extra charges for every kilogram and each bag, careful planning of your luggage before you travel is absolutely crucial, according to Ricky.