Will my acoustic guitar fit in Finnair's cabin?

A full-size acoustic guitar typically exceeds the 56 cm length limit. Smaller travel guitars or 3/4-size models in a gig bag may fit.

What happens if my guitar is rejected at the gate?

It will be loaded as checked special baggage in the hold. Always bring a sturdy case as a backup plan.

Guitar · Finnair (AY)

Policy Data

Finnair allows guitars as cabin carry-on if they fit within their generous 56 x 45 x 25 cm hand baggage dimensions.

At a Glance

Cabin

Yes

Extra Seat

No

Seat Type

N/A

Booking Method

Keine Voranmeldung nötig, wenn die Gitarre in die Kabinenmaße passt. Ansonsten als aufgegebenes Sondergepäck am Check-in-Schalter.

Max Dimensions

Kabine: max. 56 x 45 x 25 cm (Finnair-Handgepäckmaß); aufgegeben: Standardgepäckmaße

Approx. Cost

Kabine: kostenlos als Handgepäck; aufgegeben: reguläre Übergepäckgebühr je nach Strecke (ab ca. 40 €)

Restrictions

Muss in das Gepäckfach oder unter den Vordersitz passen. Hartschalenkoffer wird empfohlen, wenn die Gitarre aufgegeben wird.

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

Step by Step

Check your guitar case dimensions — Finnair allows up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm as carry-on, which is slightly more generous than many other airlines.
Arrive early at the gate to secure overhead bin space for your instrument.
If the guitar does not fit in the cabin, check it at the oversized baggage counter as special baggage — a sturdy hardcase is essential.

Practical Tips

Finnair's carry-on dimensions of 56 x 45 x 25 cm are slightly larger than the industry standard — many 3/4-size guitar cases can fit in the cabin.

Will my acoustic guitar fit in Finnair's cabin?: A full-size acoustic guitar typically exceeds the 56 cm length limit. Smaller travel guitars or 3/4-size models in a gig bag may fit.
What happens if my guitar is rejected at the gate?: It will be loaded as checked special baggage in the hold. Always bring a sturdy case as a backup plan.

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