Ryanair is set to implement a significant change starting Wednesday, November 12, with the goal of enhancing the airport experience for travelers. This change involves the complete adoption of 100% Digital Boarding Passes (DBP), eliminating the option for passengers to download or print physical paper tickets. Instead, passengers will need to access their boarding passes through the Ryanair App.
Originally planned for May 2025, this initiative aims to do away with check-in charges, reduce paper consumption by approximately 300 tonnes annually, and offer passengers real-time flight updates. According to the budget airline, nearly 80% of its more than 207 million yearly passengers have already transitioned to digital boarding passes.
In a recent update, Ryanair’s Chief Marketing Officer Dara Brady emphasized that while the majority of passengers are already using Digital Boarding Passes, those who still print boarding passes should download the myRyanair app before the full transition to digital passes on November 12.
The shift to fully digital boarding passes promises a quicker, more efficient, and environmentally friendly experience for passengers, along with improved access to various in-app features like ‘Order to Seat,’ live flight information, and direct updates during disruptions. Ryanair aims to enhance the travel experience for all customers through its myRyanair app.
For travelers concerned about the practicalities of this change, detailed instructions on check-in procedures and accessing Digital Boarding Passes are available. A Digital Boarding Pass is an electronic ticket obtained after checking in with Ryanair. Passengers must use a Digital Boarding Pass instead of a physical ticket to board Ryanair flights starting November 12.
Passengers can check in online via Ryanair.com or the Ryanair App, which is accessible on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. To avoid additional fees, travelers should complete the check-in process before reaching the airport.
After successful check-in, the Digital Boarding Pass will automatically appear in the Ryanair App. Passengers are required to present this pass at airport security and the boarding gate before their flight.
It is important to note that for flights departing from Morocco on or after November 12, passengers must check in online as usual and then present their Digital Boarding Pass at the airport to receive a printed boarding pass for boarding.
In addition to displaying the Digital Boarding Pass, the Ryanair App provides other useful features for passengers before boarding. The app ensures that even if a mobile device is lost or out of power, travelers can still board their flight without issues.
Passengers should receive reminders to check in online 24 to 48 hours before their flight departure. Failure to check in online before arriving at the airport may result in a fee, which varies depending on the departure location.
For further information on the upcoming changes and detailed instructions, visitors can refer to Ryanair’s website.
