Vietnam Airlines Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
Vietnam Airlines includes at least one free checked bag (23kg) and a carry-on (12kg total) for all standard Economy fares. Baggage allowances increase significantly for international long-haul flights and premium cabins.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | Vietnam Airlines (VN) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | Economy: 1 bag (10kg) + 1 accessory, max 12kg total. Business/Premium Economy: 2 bags (10kg each) + 1 accessory, max 18kg total. Max dimensions: 56x36x23 cm (bag) and 40x30x15 cm (accessory). |
| Personal Item | 1 accessory allowed (max 40x30x15 cm), must fit under the seat. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Economy: 1 bag (23 kg). Premium Economy: 1 bag (32 kg) or 2 bags (23 kg each) depending on route. Business: 1 or 2 bags (32 kg each) depending on route. |
| First Bag Fee | Free for most routes. Additional standard piece (23kg) costs 600,000 VND domestically or $60-$230 USD internationally depending on zones. |
| Second Bag Fee | Free on routes to Americas/Japan/Russia/Australia. Otherwise, standard excess bag fee applies: 600,000 VND domestic or $60-$230 USD international. |
| Overweight Fee | 800,000 VND domestic. $80-$200 USD international depending on zones for bags 23-32kg. |
| Oversized Fee | 800,000 VND domestic. $80-$200 USD international depending on zones for bags 158-203cm. |
| Max Weight | 32 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 158 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | Yes |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
1 golf set (up to 23kg) flies free on most domestic and international flights (except G/A/P classes). Other sports equipment under 23kg and 203cm counts towards standard allowance.
Musical Instruments
Small instruments can be carry-on if within limits. Large instruments require purchasing an extra seat (max 75kg, 40x50x160cm) or checking as bulky baggage.
International Rules
To/From Americas, Japan, Russia, Australia: 2 free bags (23kg Economy, 32kg Business). Within SE Asia or to Europe: 1 free bag (23kg Economy, 32kg Business).
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Join Lotusmiles (Titanium or higher) for 1-2 extra free bags. 2. Book flights to the Americas or Japan for an automatic 2-bag allowance. 3. Pre-purchase excess baggage online to save up to 30% compared to airport prices. 4. Pack sports equipment like golf clubs which often fly free.
Unique Nuances
Vietnam Airlines offers a generous 12kg total carry-on weight limit for Economy (bag + accessory). Golf sets up to 23kg fly completely free on most routes, not counting towards your standard baggage allowance. Lotusmiles Elite Plus members get an extra 23kg bag free.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Vietnam Airlines charge for checked bags?
- Vietnam Airlines charges Free for most routes. Additional standard piece (23kg) costs 600,000 VND domestically or $60-$230 USD internationally depending on zones. for the first checked bag and Free on routes to Americas/Japan/Russia/Australia. Otherwise, standard excess bag fee applies: 600,000 VND domestic or $60-$230 USD international. for the second bag.
- What is Vietnam Airlines's carry-on bag size limit?
- Vietnam Airlines carry-on allowance: Economy: 1 bag (10kg) + 1 accessory, max 12kg total. Business/Premium Economy: 2 bags (10kg each) + 1 accessory, max 18kg total. Max dimensions: 56x36x23 cm (bag) and 40x30x15 cm (accessory).. 1 accessory allowed (max 40x30x15 cm), must fit under the seat.
- Does Vietnam Airlines include free checked bags in economy?
- Yes, Vietnam Airlines includes at least one free checked bag in economy class. Economy: 1 bag (23 kg). Premium Economy: 1 bag (32 kg) or 2 bags (23 kg each) depending on route. Business: 1 or 2 bags (32 kg each) depending on route.
- What is Vietnam Airlines's overweight baggage fee?
- 800,000 VND domestic. $80-$200 USD international depending on zones for bags 23-32kg.
- Can I bring sports equipment on Vietnam Airlines?
- 1 golf set (up to 23kg) flies free on most domestic and international flights (except G/A/P classes). Other sports equipment under 23kg and 203cm counts towards standard allowance.
- What are Vietnam Airlines baggage fees?
- Vietnam Airlines baggage fees are Free for most routes. Additional standard piece (23kg) costs 600,000 VND domestically or $60-$230 USD internationally depending on zones. for the first checked bag and Free on routes to Americas/Japan/Russia/Australia. Otherwise, standard excess bag fee applies: 600,000 VND domestic or $60-$230 USD international. for the second. Overweight bags (over 50 lbs) incur an additional fee of 800,000 VND domestic. $80-$200 USD international depending on zones for bags 23-32kg.. To/From Americas, Japan, Russia, Australia: 2 free bags (23kg Economy, 32kg Business). Within SE Asia or to Europe: 1 free bag (23kg Economy, 32kg Business).