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Quick facts about Ryanair

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Ryanair (IATA: FR, ICAO: RYR) is an IE airline.

Ryanair is Europe's largest low-cost carrier and consistently one of the most profitable airlines in the world per seat. Founded in 1984, the airline transformed European aviation by introducing the point-to-point, no-frills model that brought affordable air travel to millions of passengers across the continent. Ryanair is the single largest customer for the Boeing 737, with a fleet of over 530 aircraft.

Did you know? Ryanair is Europe's largest airline by passengers carried, transporting over 180 million passengers per year across more than 230 European and North African destinations at ultra-low fares.

Ryanair — Facts & Travel Tips

Key facts and practical tips for Ryanair passengers

Main Hubs
Dublin (DUB), London Stansted (STN), Madrid (MAD)
Founded
1984 — 42 years of service
Fleet Size
~530 aircraft
Boeing 737-800, Boeing 737 MAX 8-200
Destinations
230+ destinations worldwide
Baggage Policy
Priority and Plus fares include 10kg cabin bag. Basic fares: 1 small personal bag under the seat only. Checked bags from €/£10 when pre-booked. 20kg standard checked bag.
Check-in Tips
Ryanair strongly recommends online check-in (free, opens 60 days before). Airport check-in fee applies. Boarding passes must be printed or on mobile. Board by assigned group number.

How to Track Ryanair Flights

Tracking a Ryanair flight on Departra is simple. Enter your FR flight number in the search box above — for example, FR100 — and you will see the live status including:

  • Real-time aircraft position on an interactive map
  • Departure and arrival times with delay information
  • Gate and terminal assignments where available
  • Live weather at both departure and arrival airports
  • Aircraft type and altitude, speed, and heading data

Flight data typically becomes available 24 hours before the scheduled departure. For the most accurate information, check closer to your departure time.