Passenger Outsmarts Ryanair with Coffee Bag

0:00I'm Cory with the story, and this episode is brought to you by NordVPN, fast, reliable online privacy. Links in the episode description, here's the latest from across the UK. A Ryanair passenger heading from London stands there to Pophos in Cyprus found a clever way around the airline's strict bag rules. The 30-year-old booked a basic return ticket for 80 pounds, which only allows one small personal bag no bigger than 40 by 30 by 20, centimeters that fits under the seat. He tried boarding with an extra satchel holding duty-free aftershave bottles, but staff insisted it had to go inside his main bag, or he'd pay a 60-pound gate fee. Earlier this week, after grabbing two pricey bottles and duty-free, he stuffed them into a small man bag to avoid extra luggage. At the gate, it wouldn't squeeze into his personal bag, and workers suggested using the duty-free carrier or upgrading. Refusing to pay up, he spotted a nearby coast-to-coffee stand. Kyle, from Horn Church in Essex, called the whole thing baffling and a clear money grab,

1:03especially since his satchel just held essentials like his, phone, wallet, and boarding pass. He figured plenty of folks might try similar workarounds to dodge fees on budget flights. He quickly asked Costa for a free takeaway bag, slid his entire satchel inside it, and walked right on board without issue, even as staff watched. Ryanair confirmed he flew as planned after being told to consolidate bags or pay the standard fee. Airlines bagged debates like this keep popping up, showing how passengers push back against tight policies for a smoother trip.