Violin · Eurowings vs. easyJet
Eurowings vs. easyJet for Violin
Both airlines treat the violin comparably — Eurowings: cabin allowed, no extra seat; easyJet: cabin allowed, no extra seat. The deciding factors are cost (Eurowings: Kostenlos als Handgepaeck (ab SMART-Tarif). Im BASIC-Tarif: Handgepaeck-Add-on erforderlich.; easyJet: Kostenlos als Handgepaeck (nur mit passendem Tarif)) and route.
Last verified: Eurowings 2026-07-12 · easyJet 2026-07-10. No guarantee — always confirm directly with the airline before booking.
Head-to-Head
| Eurowings | easyJet | |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin | Yes | Yes |
| Extra seat | No | No |
| Seat type | N/A | N/A |
| Booking channel | Online (normales Handgepaeck, ab SMART-Tarif) | Online (als Handgepaeck) |
| Max. dimensions | 55 x 40 x 23 cm (Handgepaeck) | 56 x 45 x 25 cm (grosses Handgepaeck) |
| Approx. cost | Kostenlos als Handgepaeck (ab SMART-Tarif). Im BASIC-Tarif: Handgepaeck-Add-on erforderlich. | Kostenlos als Handgepaeck (nur mit passendem Tarif) |
| Restrictions | Muss in die Gepaeckablage oder unter den Vordersitz passen. Zaehlt als grosses Handgepaeckstueck. Im BASIC-Tarif nur ein kleiner persoenlicher Gegenstand enthalten. | Tarif mit grossem Handgepaeck erforderlich (Hands Free, Upfront oder Extra Legroom) |
The Rules in Detail
Eurowings (EW)
The violin may travel in the cabin as regular carry-on luggage. A standard violin case fits within the permitted dimensions. Carry-on is included from the SMART fare onwards.
Full policy: Violin on EurowingseasyJet (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 Eurowings?
- The violin may travel in the cabin as regular carry-on luggage. A standard violin case fits within the permitted dimensions. Carry-on is included from the SMART fare onwards.
- 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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