Saxophone · SAS Scandinavian Airlines (SK)

Policy Data

Saxophone on SAS Scandinavian Airlines

SAS accepts saxophones as cabin carry-on provided the case fits within the 55 x 40 x 23 cm hand baggage dimensions – this works for most alto and soprano saxophones.

At a Glance

Saxophone is allowed in the cabin on SAS Scandinavian Airlines

Cabin

Yes

Extra Seat

No

Seat Type

N/A

Booking Method

Keine Voranmeldung nötig für Alt- und Sopransaxophon; Tenorsax im Koffer prüfen, ob Handgepäckmaße eingehalten werden

Max Dimensions

Max. 55 x 40 x 23 cm (SAS-Handgepäckmaße); Altsax-Koffer passen in der Regel, Tenorsax-Koffer können die Maße überschreiten

Approx. Cost

Kostenlos als Handgepäck; bei Aufgabe je nach Tarif ca. 50–70 EUR als Zusatzgepäck

Restrictions

Muss ins Überkopf-Gepäckfach passen; bei Überschreitung der Handgepäckmaße wird das Saxophon am Gate als aufgegebenes Gepäck behandelt

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

Step by Step

How to book your Saxophone on SAS Scandinavian Airlines

  1. Measure your saxophone case before travel and compare it with the SAS hand baggage dimensions (55 x 40 x 23 cm).
  2. Bring the saxophone on board as one of your permitted carry-on items.
  3. Store the case in the overhead compartment. For a compact alto sax case, the space under the seat in front also works.

Practical Tips

Good to Know

Tenor saxophone cases often exceed the 55 cm limit. Check whether a compact form-fit case works, or contact SAS in advance to book an extra seat. Soprano and alto saxophones usually fit without issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will a tenor saxophone fit in the cabin on SAS?
It depends on the case. Many tenor sax cases are 65–70 cm long and exceed the 55 cm limit. Check your case dimensions or consider a compact form-fit case.
Do I need to register the saxophone in advance?
No, as long as the case fits within carry-on dimensions. Only if you need an extra seat do you need to contact SAS Customer Service.

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