Ryanair flyer sidesteps £70 baggage charge by wearing entire suitcase’s clothes

A 27‑year‑old traveler, identified as Carla Brunella, was told her hand luggage exceeded Ryanair’s size limit and would incur a £70 fee. Instead of paying, she removed the items from her bag and put on all the clothing, ending up in six complete outfits before reaching the gate. The stunt occurred on a flight from Verona, Italy, to Manchester, UK, and a video of her layered attire attracted over 455,000 views online.

The incident has sparked discussion about the transparency of airline ancillary fees. Ryanair’s policy of charging for overweight or oversized bags is part of a broader industry practice that now generates billions of dollars in revenue. Consumer‑rights advocates cite the episode as an example of mounting passenger frustration with hidden costs, while the airline maintains the fees are clearly disclosed under EU Regulation 1107/2006.