Air Transat · Cello
No
Not in the cabin
No instrument seats are sold, 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.
Air Transat rules
- An instrument may replace your regular carry-on bag when a carry-on is included in the reservation.
- It must fit within 23 × 40 × 55 cm including the case, and be stored in the overhead bin.
- Instruments over the carry-on size, weight or allowance must be checked.
- Buying a seat for an instrument is not offered on Air Transat flights.
- A checked instrument can weigh up to 23 kg and counts toward your checked allowance. Excess and oversize charges may apply. A hard case is advised.
- Single pieces over 32 kg go through the cargo department.
Source: airtransat.com › General information on baggage. 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.