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In addition to carry-on baggage on the plane, if you're carrying too much stuff on your trip, you can definitely use checked baggage. Depending on your ticket class and the airline you choose, this type of baggage will be free of charge for 20 - 32 kg. Refer to the detailed information below about checked baggage to ensure the smoothest airport procedure!
Weight of checked baggage
Checked baggage policies of various airlines
Weight regulations for checked baggage of Vietnam Airlines
With Vietnam Airlines' checked baggage, you'll be entitled to 32 kg for business class bookings and 23 kg for economy class and special economy bookings. This means each piece of luggage will have a maximum weight accordingly. If you wish to add more baggage, you'll need to purchase additional luggage and pack it into another suitcase.
So, how much does it cost to buy Vietnam Airlines' checked baggage? The prices set by this national airline are as follows: 450,000 VND (domestic) per unit = 23kg and ranging from 50 to 180 USD (international).
Weight regulations for checked baggage of Vietjet Air
When booking Vietjet's cheap flights, checked baggage must not exceed 32kg. If your checked baggage exceeds the limit, you'll need to divide it into separate bags and purchase additional baggage.
The price of checked baggage for Vietjet Air will range from 155,000 VND to 435,000 VND per domestic leg, and from 264,000 VND to 1,400,000 VND per international leg.
Weight regulations for checked baggage of Jetstar Pacific
For Jetstar Pacific, checked baggage is regulated differently across various weight categories from 15 - 40 kg. However, each checked item is only allowed to weigh a maximum of 32 kg.
The price of Jetstar's checked baggage also varies, averaging from 330,000 VND to 590,000 VND per domestic leg and 600,000 VND to 1,650,000 VND per international leg.
Weight regulations for checked baggage of Bamboo Airways
When booking Bamboo Airways flights, you'll be allotted checked baggage items with a maximum weight not exceeding 32 kg.
Bamboo's baggage prices are relatively low, ranging from 60,000 VND to 320,000 VND per leg.
>> Check out additional guidelines for carry-on baggage when flying.
Dimensions of checked baggage
Size regulations for checked baggage of Vietnam Airlines
The dimensions of Vietnam Airlines' checked baggage were officially adjusted as of 01/08/2019, with the maximum total dimensions allowed being length x width x height not exceeding 158cm/62in.
Size regulations for checked baggage of Vietjet Air
The maximum dimensions for Vietjet Air's checked baggage are 119cm x 119cm x 81cm. For large carry-on items, the maximum dimensions are 56cm x 36cm x 23cm, and for small carry-on items, they must not exceed 40cm x 30cm x 10cm.
Size regulations for checked baggage of Jetstar Pacific
Each passenger's checked baggage must not exceed 270cm per item. If the dimensions exceed the limit, you'll need to split it into another piece of luggage and pay the additional fee as required.
Size regulations for checked baggage of Bamboo Airways
Each carry-on item must have maximum dimensions of 203 cm in length, height, and width combined.
Dimensions of checked baggage for Bamboo Airways
Some notes on checked baggage on airplanes
- Absolutely do not accept watching or transporting baggage for anyone unfamiliar at the airport.
- If you decide to purchase additional checked baggage, do so at the time of booking your flight, as the price will increase significantly after booking.
- For checking baggage, especially regular suitcases, ensure they are securely closed and locked to prevent items from falling out on the conveyor belt from one place to another.
- Some items prohibited from being carried in checked baggage: Beverages with alcohol content > 70%; sharp objects that can be used as weapons > 10cm in length; tools that can cause injury; items easily mistaken for weapons; explosive materials such as mines, bullets, fireworks, explosives, gasoline, oil, corrosive substances, gases, oxidizing agents, radioactive substances, explosives,...
- When checking baggage, especially certain items, liquids with odor such as fish sauce, durian, seafood,... make sure they are tightly wrapped in foam boxes, securely taped to prevent leakage onto the floor or odors affecting other people's baggage.
- To avoid loss or misplacement of checked baggage, you can attach a card to your suitcase handle. It should contain complete personal information such as name, address, contact phone number. Additionally, immediately inform airport security, police officers to receive assistance as quickly as possible.
For each trip, consider arranging your carry-on and checked baggage reasonably, as well as consulting additional information on regulations for the most convenient journey.
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Author: Daisy Ng
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