[Important] Procedures and ticket prices for children flying with Vietnam Airlines

Airfare for children and infants on Vietnam Airlines

Ticket prices for infants under 2 years old

Specific pricing for Vietnam Airlines flights for infants is as follows:

• The Vietnam Airlines fare for children under 2 years old is calculated at 10% of the adult fare. The age of the baby is calculated from the 2nd birthday in relation to the departure date. If the departure date falls after the baby's 2nd birthday, a child ticket (from 2 to under 12 years old) must be purchased.
• The ticket price for infants under 2 years old on Vietnam Airlines does not include baggage. Only accompanying adults are allowed to carry baggage with dimensions and weight as per the airline's regulations.

Fares for children over 2 years old and under 12 years old

Vietnam Airlines' pricing regulations for children aged 2 to under 12 years old are as follows:

• The fare for children is calculated at 90% of the adult fare for domestic flights and 75% of the adult fare for international flights.
• Vietnam Airlines children's airfare allows each child to carry standard hand luggage like adults.

Procedures for children flying with Vietnam Airlines

Documents and procedures required when children fly with Vietnam Airlines

Various documents and

• Original birth certificate (or an acceptable certified copy). For infants under 1 month, a birth certificate can be substituted.
• Children under 2 years old: Parents need to provide detailed information about their names, dates of birth when booking flights with Vietnam Airlines. Note that, for each flight, a maximum of 16 children is allowed. If the number exceeds, they will be transferred to another flight.
• The age of the child is applied separately to each flight. Specifically, if the child is not yet 2 years old on the outbound leg but turns 2 on the return leg (after the birthday), the fare will be calculated according to the regulations.
• Children aged 12-14 can travel alone or with someone other than their parents if they provide a birth certificate/passport, a commitment letter from a legal representative (biological parents, legal guardians, or foster parents), and for children raised in social organizations, a confirmation letter is required (valid for 6 months from the date of confirmation).
• For children over 14 years old: They are allowed to travel alone and need to provide a birth certificate/passport/confirmation of identity/ national identity card (citizen identity card).
• Regarding the latest air travel regulations of Vietnam Airlines, for children over 18 years old, there is no need for a parental authorization letter; only a representative needs to conduct procedures at the counter.

Documents and procedures for children flying with Vietnam Airlines

Key considerations when children fly with Vietnam Airlines

In addition to the procedures for children under 12 flying with Vietnam Airlines, you should note some additional important points:

• Infants flying must be in good health and at least 1 week old, accompanied by parents or an authorized person, a guardian. Each person is allowed to accompany only one child. In case of more than 2 children, starting from the second child, a separate ticket for children and an accompanying attendant need to be booked at least 3 days in advance for domestic flights and 5 days for international flights.
• Premature infants, those with poor health, or infants traveling alone are not accepted. If a child needs care, the accompanying person must complete mandatory procedures with a pediatric specialist's assessment.
• If using the service with an accompanying attendant, an additional fee determined by Vietnam Airlines is required.
• Vietnam Airlines provides free carriage for strollers and meals for children. Registration is required at least 24 hours before the flight for service utilization.
• For departing flights, adults accompanying children need to arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before the procedure. For arriving flights, arrival at least 30 minutes early is recommended.
• In cases where an adult accompanies a child, they must meet the conditions of being over 18 years old, sitting in the same class and traveling on the same flight. The accompanying adult must be in good health and able to care for the child throughout the flight.
• The age of children when booking airline tickets is calculated based on the lunar calendar.

Children flying with Vietnam Airlines require adult companionship

Suggestions for essential items to prepare when traveling by air with children

If parents or relatives traveling with children are unsure of what to bring when flying with children, then consider the following suggestions:

• Medication: Carry essential medications such as nasal spray, cough medicine, fever reducers, and soothing balm. Additionally, bring a nasal aspirator, thermometer, utensils for medication, fever-reducing patches, and more.
• Clothing: Depending on the destination, for hot climates, pack cool and breathable clothes, and 2-3 long-sleeved outfits for evenings. In winter, include warm clothes, a coat, socks, shoes, hats, gloves, scarves, and more.
• Personal items: Baby bottle, diapers, drinking cup, wipes, toys, sunscreen, toothpaste, toothbrush, towel, milk, snacks, drinks, etc. Bring only the essentials due to luggage limitations. Some items can be purchased at the travel destination.
• Baby Food: For infants starting solid food, pay attention to preparing items like packaged porridge, fresh porridge, shredded fish, baby biscuits, etc.
• A baby carrier or stroller will make parents more comfortable when traveling with the baby and facilitate movement for capturing moments.
• Important items for the child should be kept in carry-on luggage for convenience. Limit liquids like milk and drinks to a maximum of 100ml per piece of luggage.

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