Vietnam Airlines Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

Q: Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes, you can purchase prepaid baggage after ticket issuance through Manage Booking - Buy ancillaries - Prepaid baggage.

Q: Where do I buy extra baggage?

Prepaid baggage can be purchased at Vietnam Airlines sales offices, agents, during online booking, or via Manage Booking on the website/app. Excess baggage can be purchased at airport ticket offices.

Q: When is the deadline to buy extra baggage online?

Prepaid baggage must be purchased at least 3 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Q: Is it cheaper to buy extra baggage online in advance vs at the airport?

Yes, prepaid baggage purchased online can save up to 50% compared to purchasing excess baggage at the airport. For example, on domestic routes, prepaid baggage costs VND 300,000 while airport excess baggage costs VND 600,000.

Q: How many extra bags can I buy, and what are the bag limits?

Passengers can purchase up to 15 pieces of prepaid baggage. Each piece can weigh up to 23kg with total dimensions not exceeding 158cm.

Q: What are the overweight or oversized baggage rules?

Overweight baggage is between 23kg and 32kg. Oversized baggage has total dimensions between 158cm and 203cm. If a piece exceeds weight/size standards, passengers pay the standard excess baggage fee plus additional overweight/oversized rates.

Q: Can I get a refund or transfer extra baggage if I cancel or change my booking?

Prepaid baggage cannot be endorsed, refunded, or exchanged, except for completely unused prepaid baggage on itineraries originating in Korea, which is refundable with a 25% fee. Prepaid baggage can be changed to a new travel date with equal or higher cost at least 3 hours before departure.

VN / HVN · Vietnam

Prepaid baggage can be purchased online via Vietnam Airlines website/app, sales offices, agents, or through Manage Booking. Prices vary by route and travel period. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Baggage Policy Official website

Updated Aug 28, 2026

Vietnam Airlines Baggage Allowance

Free checked and carry-on baggage allowances by cabin class and route. Allowances vary by route, ticket type, and frequent flyer status — always confirm with the official baggage policy before you fly.

Checked baggage

Piece concept; max dimensions 158 cm (L+W+H) per piece; Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Japan and other Japan routes have date- and aircraft-dependent variations (see items); ticket issue-date rules apply.

Label	Amount	Notes
Vietnam Domestic	1 × 32 kg	Original text: "Business Class: 1 piece of 32kg". Applies to Vietnam domestic routes.
Between Southeast Asian Countries	1 × 32 kg	Original text: "Business Class: 1 piece of 32kg" for routes between Southeast Asian countries.
Between Vietnam and Hong Kong/China/Taiwan/South Korea	2 × 32 kg	Original text: "Business Class: 2 pieces, 32kg each" for itineraries between Vietnam and Hong Kong/China/Taiwan/South Korea.
From/To Australia (excluding Japan → Australia) or Europe (except Russia)	2 × 32 kg	Original text: "Business Class: 2 pieces, 32kg each" for itineraries from/to Australia (except Japan to Australia) or European countries (except Russia).
Between Vietnam and Japan — Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Tokyo (Haneda/Narita)/Osaka (before 29 Apr 2026)	2 × 32 kg	Original text: "Business Class: 2 pieces, 32kg each" for itineraries between Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City and Tokyo (Haneda and Narita)/Osaka (tickets issued/reissued before 29 April 2026).
Between Vietnam and Japan — Hanoi ↔ Nagoya (peak: tickets Jun 1 2025+ departing Mar 29–Oct 24 2026, before 29 Apr 2026)	2 × 32 kg	Original text: "Business Class: 2 pieces, 32kg each" for Hanoi ↔ Nagoya when tickets issued/exchanged from June 1, 2025 and departing between March 29, 2026 and Octorber 24, 2026 (before 29 Apr 2026 rule-set).
Between Vietnam and Japan — Hanoi ↔ Nagoya (outside peak, before 29 Apr 2026)	1 × 32 kg	Original text: "Business Class: 1 piece of 32kg" for tickets issued/changed and with departures outside the peak period (Hanoi ↔ Nagoya, before 29 Apr 2026).
Between Vietnam and Japan — Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Fukuoka/Nagoya, Hanoi ↔ Fukuoka, Da Nang ↔ Tokyo (Narita)/Osaka (before 29 Apr 2026)	1 × 32 kg	Original text: "Business Class: 1 piece of 32kg" for itineraries between Ho Chi Minh City and Fukuoka/Nagoya, between Hanoi and Fukuoka, and between Da Nang and Tokyo (Narita)/Osaka (before 29 Apr 2026).
Between Vietnam and Japan — From 29 Apr 2026: Da Nang ↔ Narita/Osaka; Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Fukuoka/Nagoya; Hanoi ↔ Fukuoka	1 × 32 kg	Original text: "Business Class: 1 piece up to 32 kg" for routes between Da Nang and Narita/Osaka; Ho Chi Minh City and Fukuoka/Nagoya; Hanoi and Fukuoka (tickets issued/reissued from 29 April 2026).
Between Vietnam and Japan — From 29 Apr 2026: Hanoi ↔ Osaka/Nagoya; Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Osaka (A320/A321)	1 × 32 kg	Original text: "Business Class: 1 piece of 32kg" applicable to flights operated by A320/A321 aircraft for routes between Hanoi and Osaka/Nagoya; Ho Chi Minh City and Osaka (from 29 Apr 2026).
Between Vietnam and Japan — From 29 Apr 2026: Hanoi ↔ Osaka/Nagoya; Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Osaka (B787/A350)	2 × 32 kg	Original text: "Business Class: 2 pieces, 32kg each" applicable to flights operated by B787/A350 aircraft for routes between Hanoi and Osaka/Nagoya; Ho Chi Minh City and Osaka (from 29 Apr 2026).
Between Vietnam and Japan — From 29 Apr 2026: Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Tokyo (Narita); Hanoi ↔ Tokyo (Haneda)	2 × 32 kg	Original text: "Business Class: 2 pieces, 32kg each" for routes between Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City and Tokyo (Narita); Hanoi and Tokyo (Haneda) (from 29 Apr 2026).
From Japan to Asia/Australia (stopover >24h: per leg; <24h connection: same Japan-leg rules above)	2 × 32 kg	If passenger stops >24h, allowance applies per leg. If connecting <24h, allowance for entire itinerary follows the Japan-leg rules above. Example original text for <24h connection via Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Tokyo/Osaka: "Business Class: 2 pieces, 32kg each" (same mapping as Between Vietnam and Japan). For Ho Chi Minh ↔ Fukuoka/Nagoya etc legs: "Business Class: 1 piece, 32kg each". For from-29-Apr-2026 aircraft-split routes, same A320 vs B787 split applies.
Between Vietnam and Russia	2 × 32 kg	Original text: "Business Class: 2 pieces, 32kg each" for both tickets issued/exchanged before 01 December 2025 and on/after 01 Decemeber 2025.
From/To the Americas	2 × 32 kg	Original text: "Business Class: 2 pieces, 32kg each" for itineraries from/to the Americas.
Other itineraries	2 × 32 kg	Original text: "Business Class: 2 pieces, 32kg each" for other itineraries.
Infants (under 2, no seat) — From/To the Americas	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "From/To the Americas: 1 piece, with a maximum weight of 23kg (total 3 dimensions do not exceed 115cm) and one foldable stroller."
Infants (under 2, no seat) — Other itineraries	1 × 10 kg	Original text: "Other itineraries: 1 piece up to 10kg (total 3 dimensions do not exceed 115cm) and one foldable stroller (this applies only to tickets with free baggage standards)."
Lotusmiles / SkyTeam — Titanium / Gold / Elite Plus extra	1 × 23 kg extra	Original table: Lotusmiles Titanium, Gold, and SkyTeam Elite Plus each receive "+ 01 piece of 23kg" in addition to ticketed allowance; requires SkyPriority tag where noted. Applies on VN flights operated by Vietnam Airlines.
Lotusmiles / SkyTeam — Million Milers or Platinum extra	2 × 23 kg extra	Original table: "Million Milers or Platinum members + 02 pieces, 23kg each" in addition to ticketed allowance; SkyPriority tag Yes.
Lotusmiles / SkyTeam — Elite extra	1 × 23 kg extra	Original table: SkyTeam Elite "+ 01 piece of 23kg" (SkyPriority No).

Piece concept; max dimensions 158 cm per piece; Japan and some other routes have date- and aircraft-dependent variations.

Label	Amount	Notes
Vietnam Domestic	1 × 32 kg	Original text: "Premium Economy Class: 1 piece of 32kg" for Vietnam domestic routes.
Between Southeast Asian Countries	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "Premium Economy Class: 1 piece of 23kg" for routes between Southeast Asian countries.
Between Vietnam and Hong Kong/China/Taiwan/South Korea	2 × 23 kg	Original text: "Premium Economy Class: 2 pieces, 23kg each" for itineraries between Vietnam and Hong Kong/China/Taiwan/South Korea.
From/To Australia (excluding Japan → Australia) or Europe (except Russia)	2 × 23 kg	Original text: "Premium Economy Class: 2 pieces, 23kg each" for itineraries from/to Australia or European countries (except Russia).
Between Vietnam and Japan — Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Tokyo (Haneda/Narita)/Osaka (before 29 Apr 2026)	2 × 23 kg	Original text: "Premium Economy Class: 2 pieces, 23kg each" for Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Tokyo/Osaka before 29 Apr 2026.
Between Vietnam and Japan — Hanoi ↔ Nagoya (peak: Jun 1 2025+ departing Mar 29–Oct 24 2026, before 29 Apr 2026)	2 × 23 kg	Original text: "Premium Economy Class: 2 pieces, 23kg each" for Hanoi ↔ Nagoya peak period before 29 Apr 2026.
Between Vietnam and Japan — Hanoi ↔ Nagoya (outside peak, before 29 Apr 2026)	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "Premium Economy Class: 1 piece of 23kg" outside peak period (Hanoi ↔ Nagoya, before 29 Apr 2026).
Between Vietnam and Japan — Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Fukuoka/Nagoya, Hanoi ↔ Fukuoka, Da Nang ↔ Tokyo (Narita)/Osaka (before 29 Apr 2026)	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "Premium Economy Class: 1 piece of 23kg" for Ho Chi Minh ↔ Fukuoka/Nagoya etc before 29 Apr 2026.
Between Vietnam and Japan — From 29 Apr 2026: Da Nang ↔ Narita/Osaka; Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Fukuoka/Nagoya; Hanoi ↔ Fukuoka	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "Premium Economy: 1 piece up to 23 kg" for Da Nang ↔ Narita/Osaka etc from 29 Apr 2026.
Between Vietnam and Japan — From 29 Apr 2026: Hanoi ↔ Osaka/Nagoya; Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Osaka (A320/A321)	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "Premium Economy Class: 1 piece of 23kg" for A320/A321 flights Hanoi ↔ Osaka/Nagoya; Ho Chi Minh ↔ Osaka from 29 Apr 2026.
Between Vietnam and Japan — From 29 Apr 2026: Hanoi ↔ Osaka/Nagoya; Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Osaka (B787/A350)	2 × 23 kg	Original text: "Premium Economy Class: 2 pieces, 23kg each" for B787/A350 flights on same routes from 29 Apr 2026.
Between Vietnam and Japan — From 29 Apr 2026: Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Tokyo (Narita); Hanoi ↔ Tokyo (Haneda)	2 × 23 kg	Original text: "Premium Economy Class: 2 pieces, 23kg each" for Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh ↔ Tokyo Narita; Hanoi ↔ Haneda from 29 Apr 2026.
From Japan to Asia/Australia (<24h connection)	2 × 23 kg	Follows same Japan-leg mapping above for <24h connections; >24h stopover applies per leg. Example: Hanoi/HCMC ↔ Tokyo/Osaka legs give 2 × 23 kg; Ho Chi Minh Fukuoka etc gives 1 × 23 kg; aircraft split applies from 29 Apr 2026.
Between Vietnam and Russia	2 × 23 kg	Original text: "Premium Economy Class: 2 pieces, 23kg each" for both before and on/after 01 December 2025.
From/To the Americas	2 × 23 kg	Original text: "Premium Economy Class: 2 pieces, 23kg each" for itineraries from/to the Americas.
Other itineraries	2 × 23 kg	Original text: "Premium Economy Class: 2 pieces, 23kg each" for other itineraries.
Infants (under 2, no seat) — From/To the Americas	1 × 23 kg	As per Business infant note: Americas infant 1 × 23kg (115 cm) + stroller.
Infants (under 2, no seat) — Other itineraries	1 × 10 kg	As per Business infant note: Other itineraries infant 1 × 10kg (115 cm) + stroller.

Piece concept; max dimensions 158 cm per piece; Japan and Russia (after 01 Dec 2025) have date-dependent variations.

Label	Amount	Notes
Vietnam Domestic	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 1 piece of 23kg" for Vietnam domestic routes.
Between Southeast Asian Countries	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 1 piece of 23kg" for routes between Southeast Asian countries.
Between Vietnam and Hong Kong/China/Taiwan/South Korea	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 1 piece of 23kg" for itineraries between Vietnam and Hong Kong/China/Taiwan/South Korea.
From/To Australia (excluding Japan → Australia) or Europe (except Russia)	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 1 piece of 23kg" for itineraries from/to Australia or Europe (except Russia).
Between Vietnam and Japan — Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Tokyo (Haneda/Narita)/Osaka (before 29 Apr 2026)	2 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 2 pieces, 23kg each" for Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh ↔ Tokyo/Osaka before 29 Apr 2026.
Between Vietnam and Japan — Hanoi ↔ Nagoya (peak: Jun 1 2025+ departing Mar 29–Oct 24 2026, before 29 Apr 2026)	2 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 2 pieces, 23kg each" for Hanoi ↔ Nagoya peak before 29 Apr 2026.
Between Vietnam and Japan — Hanoi ↔ Nagoya (outside peak, before 29 Apr 2026)	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 1 piece of 23kg" outside peak (Hanoi ↔ Nagoya, before 29 Apr 2026).
Between Vietnam and Japan — Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Fukuoka/Nagoya, Hanoi ↔ Fukuoka, Da Nang ↔ Tokyo (Narita)/Osaka (before 29 Apr 2026)	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 1 piece of 23kg" for Ho Chi Minh Fukuoka etc before 29 Apr 2026.
Between Vietnam and Japan — From 29 Apr 2026: Da Nang ↔ Narita/Osaka; Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Fukuoka/Nagoya; Hanoi ↔ Fukuoka	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 1 piece up to 23 kg" for Da Nang ↔ Narita/Osaka etc from 29 Apr 2026.
Between Vietnam and Japan — From 29 Apr 2026: Hanoi ↔ Osaka/Nagoya; Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Osaka (A320/A321)	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 1 pieces of 23kg" for A320/A321 flights Hanoi ↔ Osaka/Nagoya; Ho Chi Minh ↔ Osaka from 29 Apr 2026.
Between Vietnam and Japan — From 29 Apr 2026: Hanoi ↔ Osaka/Nagoya; Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Osaka (B787/A350)	2 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 2 pieces, 23kg each" for B787/A350 flights on same routes from 29 Apr 2026.
Between Vietnam and Japan — From 29 Apr 2026: Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Tokyo (Narita); Hanoi ↔ Tokyo (Haneda)	2 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 2 pieces, 23kg each" for Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh ↔ Tokyo Narita; Hanoi ↔ Haneda from 29 Apr 2026.
From Japan to Asia/Australia (<24h connection)	2 × 23 kg	Follows same Japan-leg mapping above for <24h connections; >24h stopover per leg. For A320 routes gives 1 × 23 kg; B787 routes 2 × 23 kg; peak Nagoya rules also mirror above.
Between Vietnam and Russia — Tickets before 01 Dec 2025	2 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 2 pieces, 23kg each" for tickets issued/exchanged before 01 December 2025.
Between Vietnam and Russia — Tickets on/after 01 Dec 2025	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 1 piece, 23kg" for tickets issued/exchanged on/after 01 Decemeber 2025 (Economy reduces from 2 to 1 piece; Business/Premium remain 2 pieces).
From/To the Americas	2 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 2 pieces, 23kg each" for itineraries from/to the Americas.
Other itineraries	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "Economy Class: 1 piece of 23kg" for other itineraries.
Infants (under 2, no seat) — From/To the Americas	1 × 23 kg	Original text: "From/To the Americas: 1 piece, with a maximum weight of 23kg (total 3 dimensions do not exceed 115cm) and one foldable stroller."
Infants (under 2, no seat) — Other itineraries	1 × 10 kg	Original text: "Other itineraries: 1 piece up to 10kg (total 3 dimensions do not exceed 115cm) and one foldable stroller."

Carry-on baggage

Cabin baggage includes main piece(s) plus 1 accessory; max dimensions 56×36×23 cm (<115 cm) for main piece and 40×30×15 cm (<85 cm) for accessory; ticket issue date does not change Business allowance (always 18 kg total).

Label	Amount	Notes
All routes — Before May 5, 2025 (Vietnam Domestic) and Other routes; From May 5, 2025 (To/from US/Australia/Europe and Other routes)	2 pieces (max 10 kg each) + 1 accessory, 18 kg total	Original text for Vietnam Domestic before May 5: "Business Class: the total weight of carry-on baggage must not exceed 18kg. Including 02 pieces (no more than 10kg each) and 1 accessory." Same wording for Business/Premium Economy on Other routes before May 5, and for Business on both To/from US/Australia/Europe and Other routes from May 5: "Business Class: the total weight of carry-on baggage must not exceed 18kg. Including 02 pieces (no more than 10kg each) and 1 accessory." Max dimensions: 56cm x 36cm x 23cm <115cm for main piece, 40cm x 30cm x 15cm <85cm for accessory.
Infants (under 2, no seat)	1 × 3 kg	Original text: "Children under the age of two may carry one piece of baggage weighing no more than 3 kg, which includes food, diapers, or baby formula, as well as one foldable stroller/pram that fits in the baggage compartment." Also: "Children aged 02 and up may bring one foldable stroller that will fit in the luggage compartment." If no space, stroller transported as checked baggage free if it meets carry-on standards.
Children 2+ years — stroller	1 foldable stroller	Original text: "Children aged 02 and up may bring one foldable stroller that will fit in the luggage compartment." No separate weight beyond standard cabin allowance; stroller is additional.

Allowance varies by ticket issue date and route group; dimensions same as Business (56×36×23 <115cm, accessory 40×30×15 <85cm); cabin may require checking even compliant bags due to capacity.

Label	Amount	Notes
Before May 5, 2025 — Vietnam Domestic	1 piece (max 10 kg) + 1 accessory, 12 kg total	Original text: "Premium Economy/Economy Class: the total weight of carry-on baggage must not exceed 12kg. Including 01 piece (no more than 10kg) and 1 accessory." (Vietnam Domestic, before May 5, 2025; Premium Economy grouped with Economy for domestic).
Before May 5, 2025 — Other routes	2 pieces (max 10 kg each) + 1 accessory, 18 kg total	Original text: "Business/Premium Economy Class: the total weight of carry-on baggage must not exceed 18kg. Including 02 pieces (no more than 10kg each) and 1 accessory." (Other routes before May 5; Premium Economy grouped with Business on other routes).
From May 5, 2025 — To/from the US, Australia, Europe (including Russia)	2 pieces (max 10 kg each) + 1 accessory, 18 kg total	Original text: "Business/Premium Economy Class: the total weight of carry-on baggage must not exceed 18kg. Including 02 pieces (no more than 10kg each) and 1 accessory." for To/from the US, Australia, Europe (including Russia) from May 5, 2025.
From May 5, 2025 — Other routes	1 piece (10 kg) + 1 accessory, 10 kg total	Original text: "Premium Economy/Economy Class: 01 piece of hand baggage (10kg) and 01 accessory, with a total combined weight not exceeding 10kg." for Other routes from May 5, 2025 (weight limit drops from 12 kg/18 kg to 10 kg total).
Infants (under 2, no seat)	1 × 3 kg	Same infant carry-on rule as Business: 1 × 3 kg plus foldable stroller.

Allowance varies by ticket issue date and route group; same dimensions as other cabins; personal items free in addition to standard carry-on (here included in accessory).

Label	Amount	Notes
Before May 5, 2025 — Vietnam Domestic	1 piece (max 10 kg) + 1 accessory, 12 kg total	Original text: "Premium Economy/Economy Class: the total weight of carry-on baggage must not exceed 12kg. Including 01 piece (no more than 10kg) and 1 accessory." Vietnam Domestic before May 5.
Before May 5, 2025 — Other routes	1 piece (max 10 kg) + 1 accessory, 12 kg total	Original text: "Economy Class: the total weight of carry-on baggage must not exceed 12kg. Including 01 piece (no more than 10kg) and 1 accessory." Other routes before May 5.
From May 5, 2025 — To/from the US, Australia, Europe (including Russia)	1 piece (max 10 kg) + 1 accessory, 12 kg total	Original text: "Economy Class: the total weight of carry-on baggage must not exceed 12kg. Including 01 piece (no more than 10kg) and 1 accessory." For To/from the US, Australia, Europe (including Russia) from May 5.
From May 5, 2025 — Other routes	1 piece (10 kg) + 1 accessory, 10 kg total	Original text: "Premium Economy/Economy Class: 01 piece of hand baggage (10kg) and 01 accessory, with a total combined weight not exceeding 10kg." Other routes from May 5: Economy drops to 10 kg total.
Infants (under 2, no seat)	1 × 3 kg	Original text: "Children under the age of two may carry one piece of baggage weighing no more than 3 kg... as well as one foldable stroller/pram." Economy infant same as other cabins.
Carry-on dimensions	56×36×23 cm <115cm + 40×30×15 cm <85cm	Original text: "For 01 piece of baggage: 56cm x 36cm x 23cm < 115cm" and "For 1 accessory: 40cm x 30cm x 15cm < 85cm". Carry-on must fit under seat or overhead compartment; may be required to check free due to capacity limits.

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Vietnam Airlines

Buy Baggage

Go to Vietnam Airlines website and navigate to Manage Booking
Enter booking reference and last name to access your reservation
Select 'Buy ancillaries' and then 'Prepaid baggage'
Select the number of additional baggage pieces needed

Prices

Prepaid baggage prices vary by route zone and travel period. Domestic routes: VND 300,000 per piece.

Label	Amount	Notes
Vietnam domestic routes	VND 300,000	Applies to flights operated by Vietnam Airlines and Pacific Airlines Maximum 23kg per piece, total three dimensions up to 158cm Prices are VAT exclusive
International routes - Zone A (Southeast Asia)	USD 80-120	Zone A includes Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar, Philippines, Hong Kong, Macao USD 120 during peak periods, USD 80 during other periods Peak periods vary by destination: Jan 15-Feb 28, May 20-Aug 30, Dec 15-31 for some routes
International routes - Zone B (East Asia)	USD 110-150	Zone B includes China, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, India and other Asian countries (except Zone A) USD 150 during peak periods, USD 110 during other periods Peak periods: Jan 15-Feb 28, Mar 15-Apr 15, Oct 1-Dec 31
International routes - Zone C (Europe/Africa/Middle East)	USD 150-200	Zone C includes France, Germany, UK, Italy, Denmark, other European/African/Middle Eastern countries USD 200 during peak periods, USD 150 during other periods Peak periods: Jan 15-Feb 28, Apr 1-15, May 20-Aug 30, Dec 15-31
International routes - Zone D (Americas/Russia/Australia)	USD 200-230	Zone D includes Australia, Russia, United States and other countries in the Americas USD 230 during peak periods, USD 200 during other periods Peak periods: Jan 15-Feb 28, May 20-Sep 30, Nov 25-Dec 31

Airport excess baggage fees are approximately double the prepaid baggage rates.

Label	Amount	Notes
Vietnam domestic routes - standard piece	VND 600,000	Standard excess baggage piece: up to 23kg, total dimensions up to 158cm Prices are VAT exclusive
International routes - Zone A	USD 110-160	USD 160 during peak periods, USD 110 during other periods Same peak periods as prepaid baggage
International routes - Zone B	USD 150-200	USD 200 during peak periods, USD 150 during other periods
International routes - Zone C	USD 200-230	USD 230 during peak periods, USD 200 during other periods
International routes - Zone D	USD 260-290	USD 290 during peak periods, USD 260 during other periods

Overweight baggage fee applies when a single bag exceeds 23kg but does not exceed 32kg.

Label	Amount	Notes
Vietnam domestic routes	VND 800,000	Applies to baggage pieces between 23kg and 32kg In addition to standard excess baggage fee if applicable
International routes - Zone A	USD 80	Zone A: Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, Macao
International routes - Zone B	USD 110	Zone B: East Asia (except Zone A)
International routes - Zone C	USD 150	Zone C: Europe, Africa, Middle East
International routes - Zone D	USD 200	Zone D: Americas, Russia, Australia

Oversized baggage fee applies when total dimensions exceed 158cm but do not exceed 203cm.

Label	Amount	Notes
Vietnam domestic routes	VND 800,000	Applies when total three-dimensional length is between 158cm and 203cm In addition to standard excess baggage fee if applicable
International routes - Zone A	USD 80	Zone A: Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, Macao
International routes - Zone B	USD 110	Zone B: East Asia (except Zone A)
International routes - Zone C	USD 150	Zone C: Europe, Africa, Middle East
International routes - Zone D	USD 200	Zone D: Americas, Russia, Australia

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes, you can purchase prepaid baggage after ticket issuance through Manage Booking - Buy ancillaries - Prepaid baggage.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Prepaid baggage can be purchased at Vietnam Airlines sales offices, agents, during online booking, or via Manage Booking on the website/app. Excess baggage can be purchased at airport ticket offices.

When is the deadline to buy extra baggage online?

Prepaid baggage must be purchased at least 3 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Is it cheaper to buy extra baggage online in advance vs at the airport?

Yes, prepaid baggage purchased online can save up to 50% compared to purchasing excess baggage at the airport. For example, on domestic routes, prepaid baggage costs VND 300,000 while airport excess baggage costs VND 600,000.

How many extra bags can I buy, and what are the bag limits?

Passengers can purchase up to 15 pieces of prepaid baggage. Each piece can weigh up to 23kg with total dimensions not exceeding 158cm.

What are the overweight or oversized baggage rules?

Overweight baggage is between 23kg and 32kg. Oversized baggage has total dimensions between 158cm and 203cm. If a piece exceeds weight/size standards, passengers pay the standard excess baggage fee plus additional overweight/oversized rates.

Can I get a refund or transfer extra baggage if I cancel or change my booking?

Prepaid baggage cannot be endorsed, refunded, or exchanged, except for completely unused prepaid baggage on itineraries originating in Korea, which is refundable with a 25% fee. Prepaid baggage can be changed to a new travel date with equal or higher cost at least 3 hours before departure.

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