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European Consumer Groups Demand EU Probe Into Low-Cost Airline Baggage Fees

Fifteen consumer associations allege illegal carry-on charges by seven airlines, citing a 2014 EU court ruling as regulatory debates on passenger rights continue.

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«Pour un bagage à main dit de grande taille», Easyjet applique près de 43 euros, Volotea 23 euros par trajet, Ryanair 36 euros…
Une quinzaine d'associations demandent à la Commission européenne de lancer une enquête sur la facturation des bagages à main des compagnies aériennes Easyjet, Norvegian, Ryanair, Transavia, Volotea, Vueling et Wizzair

Overview

  • Fifteen European consumer groups, including UFC-Que choisir and CLCV, have formally requested an EU-wide investigation into carry-on baggage fees charged by seven low-cost airlines.
  • The targeted airlines—EasyJet, Norwegian, Ryanair, Transavia, Volotea, Vueling, and Wizz Air—are accused of imposing unlawful fees on reasonably sized carry-on luggage.
  • The 2014 European Court of Justice ruling prohibits extra charges for carry-on baggage meeting reasonable size, weight, and security standards.
  • Reported fees range from €36 for Ryanair to €280 for Vueling in cases of non-compliance with airline-specific size limits, which vary significantly between carriers.
  • The initiative coincides with ongoing EU debates on passenger rights reforms, presenting an opportunity to clarify which services should be included in base fares and harmonize rules.