Ryanair Bids Farewell to Paper Boarding Passes in Digital Shift

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Ryanair is set to phase out paper boarding passes starting November 3, making digital check-ins mandatory. The move is expected to eliminate airport check-in fees, improve customer experience, and reduce paper waste.

Ryanair is making a bold move towards a fully digital check-in system by eliminating paper boarding passes from November 3. This shift will require all passengers to use mobile boarding passes via the airline’s app, marking a significant transition in the aviation industry.

With 80% of its 200 million annual passengers already using digital passes, Ryanair believes this change will enhance the customer experience while also promoting sustainability by saving over 300 tons of paper waste annually. The airline also aims to drive more users to its app, which offers real-time updates and alternative flight options.

This decision will also put an end to the airline’s €55 ($59) airport check-in fee, as passengers will no longer require printed passes. However, Ryanair has not yet clarified how those without smartphones will board their flights after the new policy takes effect.

Certain exceptions remain due to local regulations, such as passengers flying from Morocco and Tirana, Albania, to the UK, where paper passes are still required. Additionally, Ryanair assures travelers that protocols are in place in case a passenger’s phone runs out of battery at the airport.

The airline believes that the transition mirrors trends seen in concerts and sports events, where digital tickets have become the norm. As Ryanair continues its push towards a paperless future, this move could set a precedent for the wider airline industry.