Ryanair · Guitar
Own seat
Buy it a seat
Buy an extra seat (EXTRA ITEM SEAT).
You can buy it a seat on this airline.
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.
Ryanair rules
- An instrument goes in the cabin only if it fits the cabin bag allowance your fare includes.
- For larger items such as guitars or violins, buy an extra seat. Book it with first name EXTRA and surname ITEM SEAT.
- The extra seat comes with no cabin or checked bag allowance.
- Otherwise the instrument is checked for a fee, with a 20 kg allowance and per-kilo charges above it.
Source: help.ryanair.com › What music equipment can I bring on board?. 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.