Guitar · SAS Scandinavian Airlines (SK)

Policy Data

Guitar on SAS Scandinavian Airlines

SAS accepts guitars as cabin carry-on if they fit within the 55 x 40 x 23 cm hand baggage dimensions – otherwise the guitar is handled as checked baggage.

At a Glance

Guitar is allowed in the cabin on SAS Scandinavian Airlines

Cabin

Yes

Extra Seat

No

Seat Type

N/A

Booking Method

Keine Voranmeldung nötig, wenn die Gitarre die Handgepäckmaße einhält; bei Übergröße als aufgegebenes Sondergepäck am Check-in anmelden

Max Dimensions

Kabine: max. 55 x 40 x 23 cm (reguläres Handgepäck); aufgegebenes Gepäck: max. 300 cm Gurtmaß (L+B+H)

Approx. Cost

In der Kabine: kostenlos im Rahmen des Handgepäcks; aufgegeben: je nach Tarif und Route ca. 50–70 EUR als Übergepäck bzw. inkludiert im Freigepäck

Restrictions

Muss ins Überkopf-Gepäckfach passen; bei Nichtpassung wird die Gitarre als aufgegebenes Gepäck behandelt; Hardcase dringend empfohlen bei Aufgabe

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

Step by Step

How to book your Guitar on SAS Scandinavian Airlines

  1. Check before your trip whether your guitar in its gig bag or case fits within the SAS hand baggage dimensions (55 x 40 x 23 cm).
  2. Board as early as possible (priority boarding or early boarding group) to secure overhead compartment space.
  3. If the guitar does not fit in the overhead bin, check it in at the counter as checked baggage in a hardcase.

Practical Tips

Good to Know

Travel guitars or ¾-size guitars often fit within carry-on dimensions. If you're bringing a full-size acoustic, expect it to be checked – invest in a quality flight case with a TSA-approved lock.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will a standard acoustic guitar fit in the cabin on SAS?
Typically not. A full-size acoustic guitar is about 100 cm long, well exceeding the 55 cm limit. It will need to be checked in as checked baggage.
Can I buy an extra seat for my guitar instead?
Yes, SAS offers extra seats. Contact SAS Customer Service to book an additional seat for your guitar if it doesn't fit in the overhead bin and you want to avoid checking it.

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