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VietJet Air Baggage Policy

Cabin Bag, personal item, checked bag fees, overweight, special items, and basic economy rules for VietJet Air, with every figure cited to the airline's own policy page.

Quick answer

Carry-on: up to 22 x 14 x 9", max 7 kg, free
Personal item: must fit under the seat (no published dimensions), free on every fare
Basic economy: Eco allows a carry-on

Carry-on baggage

Max dimensions (in): 22 x 14 x 9"
Max dimensions (cm): 56 x 36 x 23 cm
Weight limit: 7 kg (15 lb)
Fee: Free
Gate-check risk: High

Eco and Deluxe capped at 7 kg total. SkyBoss up to 10 or 14 kg depending on route group. SkyBoss Business up to 18 kg.

VietJet Air maximum carry-on dimensions, including wheels and handles.

VietJet Air cabin bag dimensions and bag size

The maximum VietJet Air carry-on size is 22 x 14 x 9 inches, which works out to 56 x 36 x 23 cm. Those measurements include wheels, handles, and any external pockets. Gate sizers on VietJet Air match the published limits closely, so a bag listed as "22 inch" by a luggage brand can fail if its wheels push the total past 22 inches. Always measure your bag packed, not empty.

VietJet Air cabin bag weight limit

VietJet Air limits carry-on bags to 7 kg (15 lb). Most domestic check-in counters do not weigh carry-ons, but gate agents can pull bags that look heavy. If your bag is over the limit, expect to be asked to check it, sometimes at the higher gate-check fee.

Does VietJet Air charge for cabin bag bags?

No. VietJet Air includes a free carry-on bag plus a free personal item on most fares. The exception is Basic Economy, where some routes restrict you to a personal item only. Check your specific fare rules before you book.

VietJet Air carry-on by fare class

Fare	Carry-on	Personal item	Notes
Eco	Included	Included	7 kg combined, no free checked bag.
Deluxe	Included	Included	7 kg combined, 20 kg checked.
SkyBoss	Included	Included	10 to 14 kg cabin, 30 kg checked.
SkyBoss Business	Included	Included	Up to 18 kg cabin, 40 kg checked.

VietJet Air overhead bin size by aircraft

All A320 and A321 narrowbody with tight overhead bins. A330 widebody on long-haul routes has more bin space but the same 7 kg rule still bites.

Avoiding gate-check on VietJet Air

SkyBoss and Business board first. Eco passengers should be ready for a strict scale at the gate, trim anything near the 7 kg ceiling.

What counts as a personal item on VietJet Air

Allowed

Small handbag
Laptop bag
Jacket bag

Counts as a second carry-on

Full-size second carry-on
Anything pushing combined weight beyond 7 kg on Eco

Common VietJet Air carry-on mistakes

Treating the 7 kg as per bag rather than combined with a personal item.
Skipping prepaid checked bags on an Eco fare then paying far more at the airport.
Booking connecting international segments without confirming the through-checked allowance.

What happens if your bag does not fit on VietJet Air

VietJet actively weighs cabin bags at check-in. Over-limit bags must be paid for per kilogram or consolidated before the jet bridge.

VietJet Air vs Scoot carry-on

VietJet and Scoot both lean on ancillary fees, but VietJet enforces a 7 kg combined cabin cap versus Scoot's 10 kg Economy allowance, so VietJet is stricter on weight. Both sell checked bags in kilogram blocks, with VietJet typically undercutting Scoot on intra-Asia routes from Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi. Scoot uses Boeing 787s on long-haul, which VietJet does not, giving Scoot an advantage for Australia and Europe. For a carry-on only Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City trip, VietJet is usually cheaper. For anything requiring 20 kg plus bags and a seat assignment, the total cost is often a wash.

See Scoot baggage policy

Personal item

Max dimensions (in): Not published
Max dimensions (cm): 30 x 20 x 10 cm
Included: Yes, free on every fare

One small handbag or laptop bag allowed in addition to the main cabin bag, counted inside the total cabin weight cap.

Does your bag count?

Bag type	Typical size	Fit
Standard backpack Everyday daypack, laptop backpack	18 x 13 x 8"	Under-seat only
Tote bag Canvas or leather tote	15 x 14 x 5"	Under-seat only
Laptop bag Messenger or slim briefcase	16 x 12 x 4"	Under-seat only
Small duffel Gym or weekender	18 x 11 x 11"	Under-seat only
Purse Handbag or crossbody	12 x 10 x 5"	Under-seat only
Under-seat roller Mini wheeled bag	16 x 14 x 8"	Under-seat only

Checked baggage fees

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Domestic economy

1st bagNot published

2nd bagNot published

Long-haul / international

1st bagNot published

Weight limit70 lb

Linear dim80 in

Overweight & oversize

51–70 lbNot published

71–100 lbNot published

63–80 inNot published

Eco does not include checked baggage, buy 15, 20, 25, 30 or 40 kg blocks during booking. Deluxe includes 20 kg, SkyBoss 30 kg. Each piece max 32 kg and 119x119x81 cm.

Ways to skip the VietJet Air checked bag fee

Pack carry-on only. Confirm your bag fits the VietJet Air carry-on size.
Use a VietJet Air co-branded credit card. These typically waive the first checked bag fee for the cardholder and companions.
Earn elite status. Mid-tier and above usually waive one or two bags per direction.
Book a higher fare. Premium Economy, Business, and First usually include 1 to 2 checked bags.

Special items & sports equipment

Ski / snowboard: Not published
Golf clubs: Not published
Bicycle: Not published
Pet in cabin: Not published
Pet as cargo: Not published

Musical instruments: Small instruments accepted in cabin within hand baggage rules. Larger instruments must be checked or require an extra seat.

Golf sets accepted as checked baggage if each piece stays within 203 cm linear. Bikes must be packaged to standard checked dimensions. Pets in cabin available on select domestic routes at a route-specific fee.

Basic economy restrictions

Eco VietJet Air's lowest fare tier

Carry-on allowed: Yes
Personal item allowed: Yes
Checked bag surcharge: Not published

No checked baggage included
7 kg combined cabin weight cap enforced at the gate
Non-refundable and limited changes

Frequently asked questions

What is the VietJet Air carry-on size limit?

VietJet Air allows a carry-on bag up to 22 x 14 x 9" (56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. The weight limit is 7 kg (15 lb).

What is the VietJet Air personal item size?

VietJet Air does not publish strict personal item dimensions. Your bag must fit fully under the seat in front of you, which is typically about 18 x 14 x 8 inches. One small handbag or laptop bag allowed in addition to the main cabin bag, counted inside the total cabin weight cap.

Does VietJet Air charge for carry-on bags?

No. VietJet Air includes one free carry-on bag plus one personal item on most fares. Basic Economy fares on some routes are limited to a personal item only, so check your fare rules.

What is the VietJet Air carry-on weight limit?

VietJet Air limits carry-on bags to 7 kg (15 lb). Overweight carry-ons are typically asked to be checked at the gate.

Can I bring a carry-on on VietJet Air Eco?

Yes. VietJet Air Eco passengers can bring one carry-on bag plus one personal item.

How can I avoid VietJet Air checked bag fees?

Four common ways: (1) pack in a carry-on and personal item only (confirm your bag fits the VietJet Air carry-on size of 22 x 14 x 9"); (2) hold a VietJet Air co-branded credit card, which typically waives the first checked bag fee for the cardholder and companions on the same reservation; (3) reach elite status in the airline's frequent flyer program, where mid-tier and above usually waive one or two bags per direction; (4) book a higher fare class (Premium Economy, Business, First) where checked bags are included.

Will my bag be gate-checked on VietJet Air?

VietJet Air currently has a high gate-check risk based on our review of boarding policies and traveler reports. Plan on your carry-on being sized at the gate and be prepared to pay if it does not fit the sizer.

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Sources & verification

Carry-on and personal item: https://www.vietjetair.com/en/pages/baggage-allowance verified 2026-04-15
Checked baggage: https://www.vietjetair.com/en/pages/baggage-allowance verified 2026-04-15
Special items: https://www.vietjetair.com/en/pages/baggage-allowance verified 2026-04-15
Basic economy fare: https://www.vietjetair.com/en/pages/baggage-allowance verified 2026-04-15

Airlines change baggage rules without notice. Always confirm with VietJet Air before flying.