Porter · Small wind or brass
Yes
Cabin: yes
Travels as your standard carry-on in a hard-shell case.
This airline does not sell seats for instruments.
At the airport, call it a violin. Few staff know what a viola is, and some picture a cello.
Show the gate cardThese rules were last checked on 10 Nov 2026, more than 100 days ago. Confirm on the airline's own page before you fly.
Porter rules
- Small instruments such as a violin, guitar, flute or trumpet may travel as your standard carry-on.
- The instrument must be in a hard-shell case, weigh no more than 9 kg, and fit under the seat or in the overhead bin.
- Seats cannot be bought for instruments.
- Staff may require a gate-check if it cannot be stowed safely. Gate-checked instruments are returned at the gate on arrival.
- Check your fare: the lowest fares may not include a standard carry-on.
Source: flyporter.com › Baggage › Special items. Checked 10 Nov 2026.
Before you leave for the airport
- Measure the case and weigh it packed. Staff measure the case, never the instrument.
- Check the fare. The cheapest fares often include only an under-seat bag.
- Check who operates each leg. The operating airline's rule applies.
- A seat for the instrument is booked by phone, often 48 hours or more ahead.
- Photograph the instrument and case before you leave home.
- Board as early as you can.