Porter · Cello
No
Not in the cabin
Porter does not sell seats for instruments, so a cello is checked.
This airline does not sell seats for instruments.
At the airport, call it a violin. Few staff know what a viola is, and some picture a cello.
Show the gate cardSee airlines that say yesThese rules were last checked on 10 Nov 2026, more than 100 days ago. Confirm on the airline's own page before you fly.
Porter rules
- Small instruments such as a violin, guitar, flute or trumpet may travel as your standard carry-on.
- The instrument must be in a hard-shell case, weigh no more than 9 kg, and fit under the seat or in the overhead bin.
- Seats cannot be bought for instruments.
- Staff may require a gate-check if it cannot be stowed safely. Gate-checked instruments are returned at the gate on arrival.
- Check your fare: the lowest fares may not include a standard carry-on.
Source: flyporter.com › Baggage › Special items. 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.