Violin · British Airways vs. easyJet
British Airways vs. easyJet for Violin
Both airlines treat the violin comparably — British Airways: cabin allowed, no extra seat; easyJet: cabin allowed, no extra seat. The deciding factors are cost (British Airways: €0 (zählt als Handgepäck); easyJet: Kostenlos als Handgepaeck (nur mit passendem Tarif)) and route.
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 | No | No |
| Seat type | N/A | N/A |
| Booking channel | Als Handgepäck, keine Voranmeldung nötig | Online (als Handgepaeck) |
| Max. dimensions | max. 56x45x25 cm (Handgepäck) | 56 x 45 x 25 cm (grosses Handgepaeck) |
| Approx. cost | €0 (zählt als Handgepäck) | Kostenlos als Handgepaeck (nur mit passendem Tarif) |
| Restrictions | Zählt als eines der erlaubten Handgepäckstücke. | Tarif mit grossem Handgepaeck erforderlich (Hands Free, Upfront oder Extra Legroom) |
The Rules in Detail
British Airways (BA)
Violins can be taken into the cabin as regular carry-on baggage on British Airways at no extra charge.
Full policy: Violin on British AirwayseasyJet (U2)
The violin fits easily as carry-on in the easyJet cabin. You need a fare that includes a large cabin bag (56x45x25 cm).
Full policy: Violin on easyJetFrequently Asked Questions
- Can a violin travel in the cabin on British Airways?
- Violins can be taken into the cabin as regular carry-on baggage on British Airways at no extra charge.
- Can a violin travel in the cabin on easyJet?
- The violin fits easily as carry-on in the easyJet cabin. You need a fare that includes a large cabin bag (56x45x25 cm).
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