Violin · Ryanair vs. easyJet
Ryanair vs. easyJet for Violin
Both airlines treat the violin comparably — Ryanair: cabin allowed, no extra seat; easyJet: cabin allowed, no extra seat. The deciding factors are cost (Ryanair: Keine Zusatzkosten wenn als Handgepaeck akzeptiert; easyJet: Kostenlos als Handgepaeck (nur mit passendem Tarif)) and route.
Last verified: Ryanair 2026-07-10 · easyJet 2026-07-10. No guarantee — always confirm directly with the airline before booking.
Head-to-Head
| Ryanair | easyJet | |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin | Yes | Yes |
| Extra seat | No | No |
| Seat type | N/A | N/A |
| Booking channel | Standardbuchung, Violine als Handgepaeck mitnehmen | Online (als Handgepaeck) |
| Max. dimensions | Kabine: 55x40x20 cm. Violine in kompaktem Koffer (ca. 80x25x15 cm) kann akzeptiert werden, liegt aber ueber der Norm | 56 x 45 x 25 cm (grosses Handgepaeck) |
| Approx. cost | Keine Zusatzkosten wenn als Handgepaeck akzeptiert | Kostenlos als Handgepaeck (nur mit passendem Tarif) |
| Restrictions | Nur in kompaktem Geigenkoffer. Muss ins Gepaeckfach passen. Boarding-Personal entscheidet vor Ort. Am Gate kann Aufgabe verlangt werden. | Tarif mit grossem Handgepaeck erforderlich (Hands Free, Upfront oder Extra Legroom) |
The Rules in Detail
Ryanair (FR)
A violin can be taken on board Ryanair flights in a compact case as cabin baggage, provided it fits in the overhead bin.
Full policy: Violin on RyanaireasyJet (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 Ryanair?
- A violin can be taken on board Ryanair flights in a compact case as cabin baggage, provided it fits in the overhead bin.
- 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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