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British Airways vs. easyJet for Guitar
For a guitar, British Airways is the better choice because British Airways offers an extra seat (EXST) while easyJet does not. Cost: British Airways €0 als Handgepäck; Extra Seat zum regulären Sitzplatzpreis vs. easyJet Kostenlos als grosses Handgepaeck (nur mit passendem Tarif), sonst Aufgabegepaeckgebuehr.
Last verified: British Airways 2026-07-10 · easyJet 2026-07-10. No guarantee — always confirm directly with the airline before booking.
Head-to-Head
| British Airways | easyJet | |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin | Yes | Yes |
| Extra seat | Yes | No |
| Seat type | EXST | N/A |
| Booking channel | Handgepäck wenn maßkonform (56x45x25 cm); Extra Seat online oder telefonisch | Online (als Handgepaeck, wenn Masse passen) |
| Max. dimensions | max. 56x45x25 cm (Handgepäck) | 56 x 45 x 25 cm (grosses Handgepaeck, nur mit passendem Tarif) |
| Approx. cost | €0 als Handgepäck; Extra Seat zum regulären Sitzplatzpreis | Kostenlos als grosses Handgepaeck (nur mit passendem Tarif), sonst Aufgabegepaeckgebuehr |
| Restrictions | BAs Handgepäckmaße sind großzügiger als bei vielen Airlines. Manche Gitarrenkoffer passen. | Passt nur als Handgepaeck, wenn die Masse 56x45x25 cm eingehalten werden. Kein Extra Seat moeglich. |
The Rules in Detail
British Airways (BA)
Guitars may be brought into the cabin as carry-on if within 56x45x25 cm — BA's limits are more generous than many European airlines.
Full policy: Guitar on British AirwayseasyJet (U2)
A guitar may only travel in the easyJet cabin if it fits within carry-on dimensions (56x45x25 cm) including its case. This is only realistic with very small guitars or ukuleles. Larger guitars must be checked.
Full policy: Guitar on easyJetFrequently Asked Questions
- Can a guitar travel in the cabin on British Airways?
- Guitars may be brought into the cabin as carry-on if within 56x45x25 cm — BA's limits are more generous than many European airlines.
- Can a guitar travel in the cabin on easyJet?
- A guitar may only travel in the easyJet cabin if it fits within carry-on dimensions (56x45x25 cm) including its case. This is only realistic with very small guitars or ukuleles. Larger guitars must be checked.
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