VietJet Air baggage fees and fare rules

IATA: VJ

Last verified: 2026-08-23

Last verified: 2026-08-23Core baggage status: Recently checked

Where the base fare stops

Cabin-bag trigger

VietJet includes one cabin bag up to 7 kg plus a small personal item. Checked baggage is the bigger cost decision because it is not included by default.

What travels free

The personal item is included alongside the 7 kg cabin bag, but the cabin-bag weight limit still matters.

Paid checked-bag model

VietJet checked baggage is bought in weight packages such as 20 kg, 30 kg, and 40 kg. Prices vary by route and timing, and excess weight is charged per kilogram at airport rates.

Highest-risk restriction

The main VietJet fee risks are checked-bag package selection, airport excess weight, sports equipment, paid seats, and change rules by fare terms.

Quick ways to avoid fees

Keep the cabin bag at or below 7 kg.
Buy the right checked-bag package before travel; checked baggage is not included by default.
Avoid airport excess weight when possible because extra weight is charged per kilogram at airport rates.
Pre-purchase sports equipment when needed because fees depend on equipment type and route.

Last verified note: VietJet Air carry-on, checked-bag, overweight, sports-equipment, seat, change/cancellation, and unaccompanied-minor details were last verified on 2025-12-24.

Core fee breakdown

Start with what the base fare excludes, then check how purchase timing, bag size, and weight change the price.

Carry-on rules

See also the broader carry-on fee reference.

When the issue is whether a bag will physically pass at the gate, compare the published rule with sizer enforcement reality.

Applies to	Region / route	Amount	Timing	Conditions	Source
All fares	All routes	0.00 USD	per flight	Eco/Deluxe include 7 kg carry-on; SkyBoss/Business can include more; priority carry-on is a paid route-priced add-on	Official sourceChecked 2026-08-23

Checked baggage fees

See also the checked baggage fee reference. For a side-by-side baseline comparison, review AirAsia, Scoot, Cebu Pacific, Thai Airways.

Applies to	Region / route	Amount	Timing	Conditions	Source
All fares	All routes	From VND 200,000 domestic 20 kg advance package; route-group table internationally USD	at booking / manage booking / at airport	Eco checked baggage is paid; included or purchased allowance depends on fare, route group, weight package, and timing	Official sourceChecked 2026-08-23

Excess and overweight baggage

Applies to	Region / route	Amount	Timing	Conditions	Source
All fares	All routes	Airport per-kg charge by route group USD	at airport	Airport excess is charged per kg after checked-baggage allowance/package rules; route groups and 32 kg piece limits apply	Official sourceChecked 2026-08-23

Oversized baggage

Applies to	Region / route	Amount	Timing	Conditions	Source
Oversized checked baggage	Domestic / international route groups	Advance package or airport service fee by route group VND	advance purchase / airport check-in	Oversized baggage has separate advance packages and airport service fees by route group; checked allowance is still required	Official sourceChecked 2026-08-23

Seat and fare-related fees

See also the seat selection fee reference.

Applies to	Region / route	Amount	Timing	Conditions	Source
All fares	All routes	Depends on seat type, route, and timing USD	at booking / manage booking	Seat selection is optional and chargeable; prices vary by seat type, route, and selection timing	Official sourceChecked 2026-08-23

Change and cancellation references

Applies to	Region / route	Amount	Timing	Conditions	Source
All fares	All routes	Fee plus fare difference USD	before departure	Change fees and fare differences depend on fare family, route, and timing before departure	Official sourceChecked 2026-08-23

When fees may not apply

VietJet does not offer an unaccompanied-minor service.
A single checked bag must not exceed 32 kg.

Compare with other airlines

Comparison links below are limited to airlines with closely related fee structures or booking models.

AirAsia Scoot Cebu Pacific Thai Airways

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