Can I book an Extra Seat for a cello on easyJet?

No, easyJet does not offer Extra Seat bookings for instruments. The cello must be checked.

What happens if easyJet refuses my cello?

If the cello exceeds oversized baggage limits or there is no space in the hold, carriage may be refused. A refund for the flight is generally not provided.

Cello · easyJet (U2)

Policy Data

Cello on easyJet

easyJet does not allow cellos in the cabin and does not offer an Extra Seat option for instruments. A cello must be transported as checked special baggage, though acceptance is not guaranteed and depends on availability.

At a Glance

Cello must be checked on easyJet

Cabin

No

Extra Seat

No

Seat Type

N/A

Booking Method

Nicht standardmaessig buchbar, ggf. Aufgabegepaeck ueber 'Gepaeck hinzufuegen'

Max Dimensions

Aufgabegepaeck max. 275 cm linear (L+B+H), max. 32 kg

Approx. Cost

Ab ca. 30–48 GBP je Strecke fuer Aufgabegepaeck, Sondergepaeckzuschlag moeglich

Restrictions

easyJet bietet keine Extra-Seat-Buchung fuer Instrumente an. Cellos muessen aufgegeben werden oder koennen abgelehnt werden.

Last verified: 2026-07-10. No guarantee — always confirm directly with easyJet before booking.

Step by Step

How to book your Cello on easyJet

First check whether an alternative flight with an airline offering Extra Seats is feasible.
If you must use easyJet: Book your flight online and select the checked baggage option.
Contact easyJet customer service and ask whether your cello will be accepted as special baggage.
Use a sturdy flight case and stay within the max. 275 cm linear measurement.
Arrive early at the check-in counter and inform staff about the instrument.
Note: Acceptance is at the discretion of ground staff and is not guaranteed.

Practical Tips

Good to Know

easyJet is not recommended for cello transport. The lack of an Extra Seat option means your cello must go in the hold or may be refused entirely. Consider alternatives like Lufthansa, British Airways, or KLM, which offer Extra Seats.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book an Extra Seat for a cello on easyJet?: No, easyJet does not offer Extra Seat bookings for instruments. The cello must be checked.
What happens if easyJet refuses my cello?: If the cello exceeds oversized baggage limits or there is no space in the hold, carriage may be refused. A refund for the flight is generally not provided.

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