Domestic Airlines in Vietnam: Flights’ Features and Policies

Vietnam Airlines

Top domestic airlines in Vietnam - Vietnam Airlines

• Year established: 1956. This is the earliest-founded airline in Vietnam.

• Identity: Blue color scheme, aircraft tail painted with the stylized golden lotus flower.

• Aircraft types: Boeing 787, Airbus A330, Airbus A321, Airbus A350

Vietnam Airlines (VNA) is Vietnam's 4-star national airline. Its flight network covers all provinces and cities within Vietnam. The airline offers business class, premium economy, and economy class tickets. Vietnam Airlines tickets are considered to be on the higher end, but you can expect comfort and standard service from the airline.

Airfare reference*:

• One-way Economy Class ticket from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City: About 102 USD

• One-way Economy Class ticket from Hanoi to Da Nang: About 60.5 - 72.5 USD

*(Ticket updated in May 2024).

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Vietnam Airlines' baggage weight standards for domestic flights:

Onboard amenities:

• Food: Vietnam Airlines offers a diverse and convenient menu, featuring visually appealing options ranging from Vietnamese to international cuisine such as snacks, peanuts, bread, rice, noodles, salad, fruits, Pho, etc.

• Entertainment: Modern entertainment screens are available onboard for watching movies, news, listening to music, and playing games. Additionally, passengers can access various newspapers like Heritage.

• Other: The aircraft is equipped with a full lighting system and power outlets.

References:

• Checked baggage dimensions: 56cm x 36cm x 23cm. Carry-on baggage dimension: 40cm x 30 cm x 15cm

• For children under 2 years old, the carry-on baggage must not exceed 3kg, and one stroller or foldable pushchair must fit within the dimensions of the overhead luggage compartment. If the compartment is full, the stroller/pushchair can be transported as checked baggage without additional charge.

• Business class passengers can access the Lotus Lounge and receive priority during procedures.

Vietjet Air

Vietjet Air Domestic Airlines in Vietnam

• Year established: 2007

• Identity: Red-colored aircraft with yellow accents. These are the colors of the Vietnam national flag.

• Aircraft types: A320 and A321

Vietjet's focus is on providing low-cost flights. Due to the affordable prices, onboard amenities are minimal, and some services require an additional fee. Vietjet's flight coverage is similar to Vietnam Airlines. Vietjet offers three ticket classes: Skyboss (Business Class), Eco (Economy Class), and Promo (Saver Class).

Airfare reference*:

• Ticket Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh one-way Economy Class: About 40 USD

• Ticket Hanoi - Da Nang one-way Economy Class: About 44.3 USD

*(Ticket updated in May 2024)

Passengers on Vietjet aircraft

Vietjet's baggage weight standards for domestic flights:

Amenities and services:

• Seating service: You need to pay a fee ranging from 0.8 - 2.4 USD to use the preferred seating service

• Fast check-in service: 4 USD/person/time

• Food: The restaurant's diverse food menu offers light snacks to main dishes, priced from 0.2 - 2 USD/item.

Vietravel Airlines

Vietravel Airlines Domestic Airlines in Vietnam

• Year established: 2021

• Identity: Sea blue - white - yellow colors. The airline aims for friendly service and a dynamic image.

• Aircraft type: Airbus A321

As of now, Vietravel Airlines operates flights to six major urban centers throughout Vietnam, namely Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Hue, Da Nang, Nha Trang, and Phu Quoc. The airline's expected flight frequency is 1-2 flights per day. This is still a young airline so the flight routes have not been expanded.

Vietravel Airlines Passengers

Information on ticket classes and baggage:

Flight ticket prices for reference*:

• Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh City one-way Flexible Economy class ticket: About 56.4 USD

• Hanoi - Da Nang one-way Flexible Economy class ticket: About 40.2 USD

*(Ticket updated in May 2024)

Additionally, passengers can order food and desserts from the menu at around 2 - 2.8 USD/dish.

Pacific Airlines

Pacific Airlines Domestic Airlines in Vietnam

• Year established: 1991

• Identity: Navy blue and orange painted aircraft tail

• Aircraft type: Airbus A320

Pacific Airlines is a subsidiary of Vietnam Airlines. Compared to Vietnam Airlines, Pacific focuses on providing cheaper flights. The airline currently operates 18 domestic destinations including Buon Ma Thuot, Chu Lai, Da Nang, Da Lat, Dong Hoi, Hai Phong, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hue, Nha Trang, Pleiku, Phu Quoc, Quy Nhon, Tuy Hoa, Thanh Hoa, and Vinh.

Information on ticket classes and baggage:

Flight ticket prices for reference*:

• Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh City one-way Economy class ticket: About 68.5 USD

• Hanoi - Da Nang one-way Economy class ticket: About 56.4 USD

*(Ticket updated in May 2024)

Pacific Airlines' cabin crew performs safety demonstrations onboard

Various utility service packages on the plane:

• In-flight food service: Diverse menu from wine, cheese to snacks for children. The menu depends on flight time, aircraft type and destination. For short flights, they focus on serving quick and light dishes. For long flights, there will be two main meals.

• Entertainment: Pacific Airlines offers entertainment packages such as movies, games, music, and television. If passengers choose Economy class, they can pre-purchase an in-flight entertainment package or can also book it before flying.

• Convenience kit: There are quite a few tools and equipment to help you have a comfortable time during your flight. Such as neck pillow, lip balm, hand cream, toothbrush, toothpaste, earphones, socks, eye mask... The items may vary between flights.

Bamboo Airways

Bamboo Airways Domestic Airlines in Vietnam

• Year established: 2017, first flight in 2019.

• Identification: Bamboo is a plant closely associated with the traditional rural life of the Vietnamese people. The white airplane tail with green stripes symbolizes bamboo trees.

• Aircraft types: Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner and Airbus A321NEO

This is the first private airline in Vietnam to offer high-quality services based on the traditional full-service carrier framework. The ticket price of the airline is also in a relatively high price range. Bamboo's flight network is also extensive. In addition to main routes, Bamboo also has flights to popular tourist destinations such as Quang Binh, Quang Ninh, Phu Quoc, etc.

Information on ticket classes and baggage:

Flight ticket prices for reference*:

• One-way Economy Class ticket from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City: Approximately 76.4 USD.

• One-way Economy Class ticket from Hanoi to Da Nang: About 54.7 USD

*(Ticket updated in May 2024)

Bamboo Airways - Domestic Airlines in Vietnam

On-board services and amenities:

• Serve food menu and offer pre-order meal service

• On the plane, there are travel magazines or passengers can use personal devices such as laptops, tablets, and smartphones... to connect to the entertainment library including movies, music, and games available on Bamboo Airways.

• Business class passengers can access the First Lounge and receive priority during procedures.

Tips for using domestic airlines in Vietnam

• Booking a flight early will have a more favorable fare.

• You should not check your ticket too many times for the same flight. This may cause the system to push the ticket prices higher.

• You should visit the official websites of airlines to check the most updated information on prices and cancellation policies. Or you can call the hotline for further support.

• Always double-check ticket information after booking.

• Carry all necessary documents, tickets, and passports when flying. For children under 14 years old, a birth certificate is required.

• You should be at the airport 2 hours before your flight to check in if you have checked luggage and arrive about 1 hour early if you only have carry-on luggage. Usually check-in counters close 40 minutes before flight time.

• You can check in at the counter or at automatic check-in kiosks at the airport.

• From 24 hours to 1 hour before your flight takes off, you can complete online check-in using the airline's website. The boarding pass then will be emailed to you, after which you can proceed directly to the airport for security checks and boarding.

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