TAP · Small wind or brass
Yes
Cabin: yes
Within normal hand baggage size it travels in your 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.
TAP rules
- An instrument that travels beside you in the cabin needs an extra seat.
- Book the seat through the contact centre at least 72 hours before the flight. Large instruments may need more than one seat.
- Instruments within the normal weight and size limits can be included in your free baggage allowance.
- The packed instrument must not exceed 45 kg.
Source: flytap.com › Special 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.