Violin · Lufthansa vs. Eurowings
Lufthansa vs. Eurowings for Violin
Both airlines treat the violin comparably — Lufthansa: cabin allowed, no extra seat; Eurowings: cabin allowed, no extra seat. The deciding factors are cost (Lufthansa: Kostenlos als Handgepaeck; Eurowings: Kostenlos als Handgepaeck (ab SMART-Tarif). Im BASIC-Tarif: Handgepaeck-Add-on erforderlich.) and route.
Last verified: Lufthansa 2026-07-10 · Eurowings 2026-07-12. No guarantee — always confirm directly with the airline before booking.
Head-to-Head
| Lufthansa | Eurowings | |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin | Yes | Yes |
| Extra seat | No | No |
| Seat type | N/A | N/A |
| Booking channel | Online (normales Handgepaeck) | Online (normales Handgepaeck, ab SMART-Tarif) |
| Max. dimensions | 55 x 40 x 20 cm (Handgepaeck) | 55 x 40 x 23 cm (Handgepaeck) |
| Approx. cost | Kostenlos als Handgepaeck | Kostenlos als Handgepaeck (ab SMART-Tarif). Im BASIC-Tarif: Handgepaeck-Add-on erforderlich. |
| Restrictions | Muss in die Gepaeckablage oder unter den Vordersitz passen | Muss in die Gepaeckablage oder unter den Vordersitz passen. Zaehlt als grosses Handgepaeckstueck. Im BASIC-Tarif nur ein kleiner persoenlicher Gegenstand enthalten. |
The Rules in Detail
Lufthansa (LH)
The violin may travel in the cabin free of charge as regular carry-on luggage. It fits easily into the overhead bin.
Full policy: Violin on LufthansaEurowings (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 EurowingsFrequently Asked Questions
- Can a violin travel in the cabin on Lufthansa?
- The violin may travel in the cabin free of charge as regular carry-on luggage. It fits easily into the overhead bin.
- 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.
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