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RyanAir: Now It Costs Money Just To Check In

Low cost carriers are constantly finding creative ways to turn the rock bottom prices we're expecting into something less than cheap. Earlier this month, it was EasyJet hiking up prices for checked baggage; this time 'round RyanAir wants us to pay for the privilege of checking in at the airport.

While it seems like the check in process is something you can't avoid, Ryanair begs to differ. The airline has online check in, and if you're not checking any baggage, you'll be free of extra fees. (You'll even score priority boarding). However, if you either skip online check in or want to travel with more than carry-on baggage, you'll have to add a £2 ($4) charge to your ticket--plus £5 for each piece of luggage. Be warned: All these "low cost" add-ons can add up to a less-than-low-cost airline.

Related Stories:
· Ryanair To Charge For Checking In [Business Traveler]
· EasyJet Adds A Checked Baggage Charge [Jaunted]
· Ryanair [Official Site]

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