Vietnam Airlines' baggage policy varies based on travel class, route, and passenger type. Here's a comprehensive overview:
Carry-On Baggage
All Routes:
- Economy Class: 1 piece (max 10 kg) + 1 accessory; total weight not exceeding 12 kg.
- Premium Economy & Business Class: 2 pieces (each max 10 kg) + 1 accessory; total weight not exceeding 18 kg.
- Dimensions:
- Main item: 56 x 36 x 23 cm (total linear dimensions ≤ 115 cm).
- Accessory: 40 x 30 x 15 cm (total linear dimensions ≤ 85 cm).
Note: Carry-on baggage must fit under the seat or in the overhead compartment. Items exceeding these limits may need to be checked in.
Checked Baggage Allowance
Vietnam Airlines employs the Piece Concept for checked baggage. Allowances vary by route and class:
Domestic Routes (Vietnam):
- Economy Class: 1 piece, up to 23 kg.
- Premium Economy & Business Class: 1 piece, up to 32 kg.
International Routes:
Within Southeast Asia:
- Economy & Premium Economy: 1 piece, up to 23 kg.
- Business Class: 1 piece, up to 32 kg.
Between Vietnam and Japan/Russia; To/From the Americas:
- Economy & Premium Economy: 2 pieces, each up to 23 kg.
- Business Class: 2 pieces, each up to 32 kg.
Between Vietnam and Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Korea; To/From Australia/Europe (except Russia):
- Economy Class: 1 piece, up to 23 kg.
- Premium Economy: 2 pieces, each up to 23 kg.
- Business Class: 2 pieces, each up to 32 kg.
Note: Maximum dimensions per piece: 158 cm (length + width + height).
Infant Baggage Allowance
Checked Baggage:
- To/From the Americas: 1 piece, up to 23 kg; dimensions ≤ 115 cm.
- Other Routes: 1 piece, up to 10 kg; dimensions ≤ 115 cm.
Carry-On: 1 piece, up to 3 kg (including essentials like food and diapers).
Additional Item: 1 foldable stroller or cradle (free of charge).
Excess & Prepaid Baggage
- Prepaid Baggage: Available up to 6 hours before departure; offers savings over airport rates.
- Excess Baggage Fees:
- Domestic Flights: VND 600,000 per standard piece (up to 23 kg).
- International Flights: Fees vary by zone and weight; for example, from Zone A to Zone B, an extra standard piece costs USD 120.
- Overweight (23–32 kg) and Oversized (158–203 cm) items incur additional fees.
Frequent Flyer Benefits (Lotusmiles & SkyTeam)
- Titanium & Gold Members: +1 piece (23 kg).
- Platinum Members: +2 pieces (23 kg each).
- Elite & Elite Plus Members: +1 piece (23 kg).
Note: Additional allowances apply when the piece concept is in use.