# Ryanair drops family seating policy, but kids’ fees remain

Ryanair has ended its policy of keeping families together without extra charge. Parents must now pay to reserve seats next to their children, though other fees for minors still apply. This change matters for budget travelers who previously relied on the free seating guarantee for families.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2026/jul/11/ryanair-family-seating-policy-kids-fees-airfare-flight-airline-charges) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:41 GMT