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Carry-on Baggage
Vietnam Airlines carry-on baggage regulations regarding weight and dimensions are categorized by service class. Specifically:
| Regulations | Economy | Economy Plus | Business |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 12kg (1 main piece 10kg + 1 accessory 2kg) |
12kg (1 main piece 10kg + 1 accessory 2kg) |
18kg (2 main pieces, 10kg/ piece + 1 accessory) |
| Dimensions |
|
Vietnam Airlines carry-on baggage regulations
Vietnam Airlines carry-on baggage
Checked baggage
Starting from August 1, 2019, Vietnam Airlines baggage policy shifted from weight system to piece system. This change aligns the baggage policy with the majority of SkyTeam Alliance member airlines, facilitating smoother travel for passengers on international connecting flights.
Specifically, Vietnam Airlines checked baggage regulations are categorized based on the route groups Domestic - International as follows:
Vietnam Airlines Domestic checked baggage
For Domestic flights, each passenger is allowed 01 piece of checked baggage with the following dimensions and weight:
| Regulation | Economy | Economy Special | Business |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight |
23kg |
23kg |
32kg |
| Dimensions |
Total dimensions not exceeding 158cm |
Vietnam Airlines Domestic Checked Baggage Regulations
* Note: Vietnam Airlines checked baggage standards do not apply on certain routes and fare types. Please contact Mytour.vn at hotline 1900 2083 for detailed advice.
Vietnam Airlines International Checked Baggage
Vietnam Airlines checked baggage standards for international flights are applied according to each itinerary, as follows:
- Dimensions: Maximum total dimensions of 203cm
- Weight:
| Itinerary | Weight | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | Economy Special | Business | |
|
Southeast Asian countries |
1 piece 23kg |
1 piece 23kg |
1 piece 32kg |
|
Vietnam - Hong Kong/China/Taiwan/South Korea |
1 piece 23kg |
2 pieces, 23kg/piece |
2 pieces, 32kg/piece |
|
To/from Australia or To/from Europe (excluding Russia) |
1 piece 23kg |
2 pieces, 23kg/piece |
2 pieces, 32kg/piece |
|
Vietnam - Japan |
2 pieces, 23kg/piece |
2 pieces, 23kg/piece |
2 pieces, 32kg/piece |
|
Vietnam - Russia |
2 pieces, 23kg/piece |
2 pieces, 23kg/piece |
2 pieces, 32kg/piece |
|
Other routes |
1 piece 23kg |
2 pieces, 23kg/piece |
2 pieces, 32kg/piece |
Vietnam Airlines checked baggage regulations for international flights
Vietnam Airlines checked baggage
Special baggage
According to Vietnam Airlines baggage regulations, special baggage refers to baggage not included in the free checked baggage allowance. Depending on the type of baggage, Vietnam Airlines will have different transportation regulations and fees.
Sports equipment
Sports equipment is transported as checked baggage on Vietnam Airlines, including:
| Equipment | Details |
|---|---|
|
Golf equipment |
Clubs, shoes, balls, tee markers |
|
Snow/water skiing equipment |
Ski/snowboard, poles, boots |
|
Scuba diving equipment |
Wetsuit, snorkel, fins, mask |
|
Hang glider |
1 set, maximum dimensions 250 x 100 x 80cm |
|
Archery equipment |
Bow, quiver, repair kit |
|
Fishing equipment |
Fishing rod, net, boots, tackle box |
|
Bowling |
Bowling bag, ball, shoes |
|
Surfboard, kiteboard, windsurfing sail |
Maximum length 250cm |
Vietnam Airlines allows transportation of various types of sports equipment
Sports equipment is transported as special baggage
Packaging Requirements
Sports equipment must be neatly packaged without sharp edges.
Fee Structure
- For golf equipment sets:
- Passengers with tickets from class E or higher or with Titanium status and above: FREE 1 golf set weighing up to 23kg (no size limit). If the weight exceeds 23kg, passengers need to pay excess baggage fees.
- Passengers not included in the above group: Passengers need to pay fees according to Vietnam Airlines baggage regulations.
Service Booking
If you book Vietnam Airlines tickets at Mytour.vn, please contact hotline 1900 2083 for pricing and assistance with service booking.
Passengers need to contact to book the service at least 24 hours before the flight departure time.
Baby strollers/ Wheelchairs
According to Vietnam Airlines baggage regulations, baby strollers or foldable wheelchairs will be transported as checked baggage WITHOUT CHARGE.
If you book Vietnam Airlines tickets at Mytour.vn, please contact hotline 1900 2083 for assistance with service booking.
Passengers need to contact to book the service at least 24 hours before the flight departure time.
Baby strollers are complimentary when sending baggage with Vietnam Airlines
Oversized baggage
According to Vietnam Airlines baggage regulations, oversized baggage is luggage that exceeds 32kg in weight and/or has total dimensions greater than 203cm in 3 directions.
Oversized baggage must be neatly packed, without sharp corners, to avoid affecting the aircraft and other luggage.
For journeys to/from Europe or Australia, baggage over 32kg will not be accepted for transport. Except for priority cases such as medical care equipment, wheelchairs for the disabled.
Fee
Passengers need to pay the fee according to Vietnam Airlines baggage regulations.
Service Booking
If you book your Vietnam Airlines flight ticket at Mytour.vn, please contact hotline 1900 2083 for pricing and assistance with service booking.
Passengers need to contact to book services at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time of the flight.
Oversized baggage refers to baggage that exceeds standard size and weight limits.
Bicycle
Different types of bicycles are allowed to be transported as checked baggage on Vietnam Airlines, including regular bicycles, sports bicycles, and bicycles with engines powered by thermal energy or electricity...
Packaging Requirements
- Pack the bicycle in a sturdy cardboard box with shock-absorbing material inside to ensure safety during transportation:
- Align the handlebars along the length of the bicycle
- Disassemble and pack components such as pedals, lights, mirrors, kickstands...
- Deflate the bicycle tires completely
- If the bicycle is not excessively valuable and does not exceed the weight limit: Pack it in a triple-layer sturdy cardboard box
- If the bicycle is highly valuable, heavy, and prone to deformation from external forces: Pack it in a sturdy cardboard box with 5 - 7 layers of paper
Fee
- If the weight does not exceed 23kg and the total dimension is within 203cm:
- Included in the complimentary Checked Baggage allowance
- Excess baggage fee applies
- No fee for exceeding dimensions
- If the weight exceeds 23kg and/or the total dimension exceeds 203cm:
- Included in the complimentary Checked Baggage allowance
- Fees apply for exceeding pieces, dimensions, or weight
Service Booking
If you book Vietnam Airlines tickets at Mytour.vn, please contact hotline 1900 2083 for price quotation and service booking assistance.
Passengers need to contact to book services at least 24 hours before the flight departure time.
Bicycles transported within Vietnam Airlines luggage must be neatly packaged
Special luggage placed on passenger seat
According to Vietnam Airlines luggage regulations, for special fragile, delicate, or high-value items such as paintings, antiques, musical instruments..., passengers can purchase one or more seats adjacent to their ticketed seat.
Weight and dimensions:
- Weight: Not exceeding 75kg/ seat (seat area 40 x 40cm), pressure on the seat not exceeding 0.046kg/cm2.
- Dimensions:
- For Boeing B787, Airbus A350, A321 aircraft: Maximum 40 x 50 x 160cm.
- For ATR72 aircraft: Maximum 40 x 50 x 95cm.
Fee Structure
The fee is equivalent to 100% of the adult fare and includes fuel surcharge for each additional seat purchased (if applicable).
Service Booking
If you book your Vietnam Airlines flight tickets at Mytour.vn, please contact hotline 1900 2083 for pricing and assistance with service booking.
Passengers must contact to arrange services at least 24 hours prior to flight departure.
Packaging Requirements
Packaging must be done carefully, avoiding sharp edges to prevent damage or tearing of seat covers, as well as posing a danger to surrounding passengers.
Special luggage placed on passenger seats
Restricted baggage transportation
Prohibited items in carry-on and checked baggage
In Vietnam Airlines baggage, both carry-on and checked, passengers are prohibited from carrying the following items:
- Explosives and explosive-containing items.
- Flammable substances in gas, liquid, or solid form.
- Oxidizing agents, organic peroxides, and related items.
- Corrosive substances, infectious substances, toxic substances, and related items.
- Radioactive materials.
Prohibited items in carry-on but allowed in checked baggage
The following items are prohibited in Vietnam Airlines carry-on baggage but permitted in checked baggage:
- Sharp objects, weapons, or items resembling real weapons such as knives, swords, multi-tools, arrows, scissors, axes...
- Guns, ammunition, firearm components... or objects/toys resembling real weapons and items with similar shapes...
- Tools, instruments, items that can cause injury such as crowbars, picks, hammers, wrenches, pliers longer than 10cm...
- Baseball bats, billiard cues, hockey sticks, golf clubs, martial arts equipment, spearheads, various types of self-defense sprays (pepper spray)...
Items not allowed in checked baggage
Conditional transport items
The following items are accepted for carriage in Vietnam Airlines carry-on and/or checked baggage if they meet the Vietnam Airlines baggage transportation conditions:
- Cash
- Food and beverages
- Liquids
- Medical supplies/cosmetics/sports and family spray
- Lithium batteries
- Handheld electronic devices (battery-operated and power bank)
- Cigarettes and electronic cigarettes
- Wheelchairs and mobility aids
- Smart luggage/bags
- Dry ice and adhesives
- Baggage as ashes, bones, or remains
Above are the summarized information about Vietnam Airlines baggage that passengers need to pay attention to when preparing luggage accordingly.
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Author: Thanh Ha
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