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Turkish Airlines: Instruments at a Glance

On Turkish Airlines (TK), 5 of 8 instrument categories may travel in the cabin as carry-on, and 2 can travel on an extra seat (CBBG). Dimensions, costs and booking channels differ per instrument — the table below shows every category in detail. Last verified: 2026-07-10.

5

allowed in cabin

2

extra seat possible

8

instrument categories

All Instruments on Turkish Airlines

Instrument Cabin? Extra Seat? Max. Dimensions Approx. Cost
Cello Yes Yes max. 55x40x23 cm (Handgepäck); Sitzplatz-Maße bei Extra Seat Extra Seat: ca. 75 % des regulären Tarifs (streckenabhängig)
Guitar Yes Yes max. 55x40x23 cm (Handgepäck) €0 als Handgepäck; Extra Seat ca. 75 % des regulären Tarifs
Violin Yes No max. 55x40x23 cm (Handgepäck), max. 8 kg €0 (zählt als Handgepäck)
Double Bass No No Übersteigt alle Standard-Limits; Vorabgenehmigung nötig Sondergepäck-Gebühr ab ca. €100–300 je Strecke
Saxophone Yes No max. 55x40x23 cm (Handgepäck) €0 als Handgepäck
Keyboard No No max. 158 cm linear (regulär), darüber Sondergepäck Oft im Freigepäck (30 kg Economy!); Übergröße ab ca. €100
DJ Controller Yes No max. 55x40x23 cm (Handgepäck) €0 als Handgepäck; aufgegeben: oft im 30-kg-Freigepäck
Drums No No Mehrere Gepäckstücke, jeweils max. 158 cm linear Oft im 30-kg-Freigepäck; Übergepäck ab ca. €8–15 pro kg

Last verified: 2026-07-10. No guarantee — always confirm directly with Turkish Airlines before booking.

Details by Instrument

Cello

Cellos can travel in the cabin on an extra seat with Turkish Airlines — one of the few airlines offering online booking, often at just 75% of the regular fare.

Guitar

Guitars may be brought into the cabin as carry-on (55x40x23 cm) or on an extra seat on Turkish Airlines — one of the most flexible policies worldwide.

Violin

Violins can be taken into the cabin as regular carry-on baggage on Turkish Airlines at no extra charge.

Double Bass

The double bass must be pre-registered as checked special baggage on Turkish Airlines — their wide-body fleet offers good transport options.

Saxophone

Turkish Airlines accepts soprano and alto saxophones in the cabin — staff are particularly accommodating with musical instruments.

Keyboard

Keyboards must be checked on Turkish Airlines — their generous free baggage allowance (30 kg Economy) is a major advantage for musicians.

DJ Controller

DJ controllers can go in the Turkish Airlines cabin — larger models travel free as checked baggage thanks to 30 kg free allowance.

Drums

Drum kit parts are checked as baggage on Turkish Airlines — the 30 kg free allowance helps keep costs down significantly.

Frequently Asked Questions about Turkish Airlines

Can I bring a cello on Turkish Airlines?
Cellos can travel in the cabin on an extra seat with Turkish Airlines — one of the few airlines offering online booking, often at just 75% of the regular fare.
Can I bring a guitar on Turkish Airlines?
Guitars may be brought into the cabin as carry-on (55x40x23 cm) or on an extra seat on Turkish Airlines — one of the most flexible policies worldwide.
Can I bring a violin on Turkish Airlines?
Violins can be taken into the cabin as regular carry-on baggage on Turkish Airlines at no extra charge.
Can I bring a double bass on Turkish Airlines?
The double bass must be pre-registered as checked special baggage on Turkish Airlines — their wide-body fleet offers good transport options.

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