Aer Lingus Bag Check Rates by Airport 2026
Strictness: 6/10Based on 3,670 traveller reports across 16 airports. The strictest airport is Dublin Airport (DUB) with a 65% check rate. Data updated March 2026.
Most Likely to Check Your Bag
Dublin Airport
London Heathrow Airport
London Gatwick Airport
DUB
65%
medium
60%
medium
60%
medium
60%
medium
60%
medium
60%
medium
60%
medium
60%
BRS
60%
GLA
60%
low
60%
low
60%
medium
60%
low
60%
low
60%
low
60%
Low confidence airports (fewer than 5 reports) shown at reduced opacity. Submit a report to improve accuracy →
Frequently asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Aer Lingus check rate calculated?
The check rate is based on crowdsourced traveller reports. A "check" means staff measured, weighed, or visually inspected the bag at the gate. Rates update as new reports are approved.
What does Confidence level mean?
Confidence reflects the number of reports. High = 20+ reports, Medium = 5–19, Low = fewer than 5. Low-confidence airports are shown at reduced opacity.
What is Aer Lingus's strictness score?
Aer Lingus's overall strictness score is based on policy analysis and crowdsourced reports. See our methodology page for the full calculation.