Norwegian · Small wind or brass
Yes
Cabin: yes
Travels within your hand baggage allowance.
You can buy it a seat on this airline.
At the airport, call it a violin. Few staff know what a viola is, and some picture a cello.
Show the gate cardThese rules were last checked on 10 Nov 2026, more than 100 days ago. Confirm on the airline's own page before you fly.
Norwegian rules
- Violins and violas may replace your carry-on bag if the case is within 90 × 35 × 20 cm and the weight limit of your fare.
- Arrive early. Overhead space can run out.
- Instruments up to 140 × 46 × 30 cm, such as guitars and cellos, need a seat booked through the contact centre at least 48 hours ahead.
- Checked instruments need a hard case. Under 90 × 75 × 55 cm counts toward your checked baggage; larger ones are paid at the airport.
- Double basses need advance booking; two per flight.
Source: norwegian.com › Baggage › Musical instruments. Checked 10 Nov 2026.
Before you leave for the airport
- Measure the case and weigh it packed. Staff measure the case, never the instrument.
- Check the fare. The cheapest fares often include only an under-seat bag.
- Check who operates each leg. The operating airline's rule applies.
- A seat for the instrument is booked by phone, often 48 hours or more ahead.
- Photograph the instrument and case before you leave home.
- Board as early as you can.