Double Bass · Austrian Airlines (OS)

Policy Data

Double Bass on Austrian Airlines

Austrian Airlines transports double basses as pre-registered special baggage in the cargo hold — advance phone registration with the Service Team is mandatory.

At a Glance

Double Bass must be checked on Austrian Airlines

Cabin

No

Extra Seat

No

Seat Type

N/A

Booking Method

Als Sondergepaeck vorab beim Austrian Service Team anmelden (Tel. +43 5 1766 1000)

Max Dimensions

Sondergepaeck: max. 300 cm (L+B+H). Kontrabass ueberschreitet Standard-Aufgabegepaeck-Masse.

Approx. Cost

Sondergepaeck-Gebuehr je nach Strecke, ca. 150-300 EUR pro Strecke

Restrictions

Zu gross fuer Kabine und Extra-Sitz. Muss als Sondergepaeck im Frachtraum transportiert werden. Voranmeldung zwingend.

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

Step by Step

How to book your Double Bass on Austrian Airlines

  1. Contact the Service Team at least 48 hours before departure: +43 5 1766 1000
  2. Provide exact dimensions and weight of the double bass flight case
  3. Obtain confirmation of special baggage acceptance
  4. Pack the double bass in a professional flight case with sufficient padding
  5. Drop off at the oversized baggage counter at the airport with your confirmation

Practical Tips

Good to Know

Acceptance depends on aircraft type and available cargo hold capacity. Allow at least one week of lead time. Transport insurance is strongly recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an alternative to the cargo hold?
The double bass is too large for a seat. The cargo hold is the only option on Austrian Airlines. Consider specialist instrument transport services as an alternative.
Will my double bass be accepted on every route?
Not guaranteed. Acceptance depends on aircraft type. Short-haul flights with smaller aircraft may have limitations.

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