British Airways
These rules were last checked on 10 Nov 2026, more than 100 days ago. Confirm on the airline's own page before you fly.
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British Airways rules
- Violins, violas and small wind instruments travel in the cabin if the case fits within 80 × 45 × 25 cm. It counts toward your hand baggage allowance.
- Instruments between 80 and 140 cm are not allowed as hand baggage. They go in the hold or in an extra seat, if within 140 × 46 × 46 cm.
- Guitars cannot be hand baggage.
- Book the extra seat at least 48 hours ahead, by phone or travel agent. It must be a window seat next to you, in Economy or Premium Economy.
- Hold instruments need a hard case. Over 23 kg may be charged; 45 kg is the maximum.
Source: britishairways.com › Baggage essentials › Musical instruments. Checked 10 Nov 2026.
British Airways instrument policy
- Violins, violas and small instruments in a case up to 80 × 45 × 25 cm are accepted as hand baggage.
https://www.britishairways.com/content/information/baggage-essentials/musical-instrumentsUse the gate card