VietJet Air vs Vietnam Airlines
Side-by-side comparison of VietJet Air and Vietnam Airlines: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
| VietJet Air | Vietnam Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Vietnam | Vietnam |
| Founded | 2007 | 1956 |
| Type | Low-cost carrier | Full-service airline |
| Alliance | - | SkyTeam |
| Main hubs | Noi Bai International Airport, Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Cat Bi International Airport | Noi Bai International Airport, Tan Son Nhat International Airport |
| Aircraft types | 1 | 4 |
| Cabin bag weight | - | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Cabin bag size | - | 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in) |
| Checked bag (Economy) | - | 1 piece · 23 kg (51 lb) |
| Extra bag fee | - | from 600000 VND |
| Online check-in opens | 24 h | 24 h |
| Online check-in closes | - | 1 h |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | (+84) 19001886 | +84 24 38320320 |
Key differences
- VietJet Air is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while Vietnam Airlines bundles more into the ticket.
- Vietnam Airlines is a SkyTeam member, so miles and status benefits carry over to partner airlines.
Other comparisons
Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.

