CityJet vs Ryanair
Side-by-side comparison of CityJet and Ryanair: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
| CityJet | Ryanair | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ireland | Ireland |
| Founded | 1992 | 1985 |
| Type | Full-service airline | Low-cost carrier |
| Main hubs | Dublin Airport, London City Airport, Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport | London Stansted Airport |
| Aircraft types | 2 | 2 |
| Cabin bag weight | - | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Cabin bag size | - | 55 × 40 × 20 cm (22 × 16 × 8 in) |
| Checked bag (Economy) | not included | not included |
| Online check-in opens | 24 h | 24 h |
| Online check-in closes | 1 h | 2 h |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | +353 (1) 8700 100 | +353 1 691 7177 |
Key differences
- CityJet lets you check in online closer to departure (1 h vs 2 h).
- Ryanair is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while CityJet bundles more into the ticket.
Other comparisons
Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.

