Vietnam Airlines Baggage Allowance Policy And Fees

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Vietnam Airlines Baggage Allowance Policy And Fees

Details About Free Vietnam Airlines Baggage Limits 

Bag TypeFree AllowanceSize RestrictionsFirst Bag FeeSecond Bag Fee
Carry-On Bag1 standard carry-on bagMax: 22 x 14 x 9 inches (56 x 36 x 23 cm)N/AN/A
Personal Item1 personal itemUp to 18 x 12 x 6 inches (45 x 30 x 15 cm)N/AN/A
Checked LuggageVaries by fare typeMax: 62 inches (158 cm) linear dimensions; Max weight: 50 pounds (23 kg)$50 – $70 (Economy)$100 – $150 (Economy)
No fee (Premium, Business)$100 – $150 (Premium, Business)

Note: When flying with an airline with a partnership with others, be aware that you could fly on a flight operated by a different carrier. For flights to or from the United States, any baggage allowances established by the carrier who originally issued your ticket for the travel portion will apply for the entire trip. However, if you are traveling to places outside of the United States, then it is best that you contact the airline that will be taking your flight since their allowances are stricter and you might incur additional fees for extra baggage.

If you want detailed information about Vietnam Airlines baggage allowance and fees then visit: 

http://www.vietnamairlines.com/en/before-you-fly/baggage-info

About Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines is the flag carrier of Vietnam and operates a large domestic and international air network. Its primary base is located in Hanoi, while it serves more than 60 destinations in Asia, Europe, and Australia. However, this airline is recognized for quality service and more so in terms of fleet modernization with Boeing and Airbus aircraft.

Get To Know Everything About Vietnam Airlines Baggage Allowance And Fees Below:

Vietnam Airlines Carry-On Baggage

On Vietnam Airlines, during the flight, passengers are permitted to carry cabin luggage with some restrictions according to the class of travel:

  • Economy Class: One item of carry-on baggage that is accepted on the flight may weigh up to 7 kg (15 lb). Its maximum dimensions cannot exceed 115 cm (56 cm x 36 cm x 23 cm or 22 in. x 14 in. x 9 in.)
  • Business Class: Passengers are allowed to carry two carry-on bags weighing not exceeding 7 kg (15 lb). The size limits are also the same as in Economy.

All carry-on bags must fit in overhead bins or under the seat in front of you. Passengers need to make sure that all their bags adhere to this rule in order to board the plane in a timely manner.

Vietnam Airlines Checked Baggage Policy

Checked-in baggage allowance is as follows based on passenger fare type and route traveled:

  • Economy Class: Permitted at 1 piece, with a maximum of 23 kg (50 lb) in weight; linear dimension length + width + height shall not exceed 158 cm (62 in).
  • Premium Economy and Business Class: Carry-on bags may have one item with a maximum weight of 32 kg (70 lb) of the same dimensions.

The checked baggage limit varies by route, but usually, passengers can carry two pieces of checked baggage weighing up to 32 kg (70 lb) of the same dimensions.

Different rules apply for travel to/from the U.S. and Canada. Therefore, passengers should check special rules regarding their itinerary.

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Vietnam Airlines Sporting Equipment and Musical Instruments

Vietnam Airlines carries the following sporting goods as checked baggage:

  • Golf Equipment: Clubs, balls, shoes.
  • Skiing Equipment: Skis, snowboards, poles, and boots.
  • Scuba Diving Gear: Wetsuits, snorkels, fins, and masks.
  • Bicycles: Different types are allowed; they must be properly packed.
  • Surfboards/Kiteboards: Up to 250 cm in length.

Packaging Requirements: Sporting goods must be well-packed so that it has no edges in points to avoid damage during transportation.

Fees: For passengers who have tickets from class E or above, or have the Titanium status, one golf set weighing up to 23 kg can be transported without fees. Otherwise, they have to observe airline rules and conditions related to normal baggage payment.

Musical Instruments

Musical instruments can be carried in as check-in or carry-on baggage:

Carry-On Baggage:

  • Small instruments like guitars, violins, and flutes can be taken on board within the free carry-on allowance.
  • These instruments are to be kept in hard cases with rounded corners so they would fit into the overhead bin or under a seat.

Checked Baggage:

  • The larger instruments cannot be taken inside the cabin, so a strong, hard case is used in checking them into the airline to avoid damage in case of handling roughly while traveling by air.
  • The passengers have to sign the limited release tags when they are checking in delicate ones such as musical instruments.

Special Conditions:

Passengers must loosen up the strings of stringed instruments before traveling to minimize damage from pressure changes in flight. When the instrument cannot fit into the cabin space, there is a limitation, thus, it has to be checked.

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