Vietnam Airlines carry-on and personal item size
Vietnam Airlines carry-on limit: 56 x 36 x 23 cm. Personal item: 40 x 30 x 15 cm. Check your bag in seconds.
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Bags that fit Vietnam Airlines
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Carry-on bags vs Vietnam Airlines
2 of the 5 carry-on bags we've checked fit Vietnam Airlines' limit on paper.
Personal item bags vs Vietnam Airlines
None of the 3 personal item bags we've checked fits Vietnam Airlines' limit on paper.
Vietnam Airlines bag rules in plain English
- One piece of hand baggage can be up to 56 x 36 x 23 cm and under 115 cm in total.
- One accessory (personal item) can be up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm and under 85 cm in total.
- The weight limit depends on your route and class. Check Vietnam Airlines' baggage calculator for your ticket.
- Hand baggage that is too heavy, too big or one piece too many is charged at airport checked or oversize baggage rates.
The same carry-on size (56 x 36 x 23 cm) is used by WestJet, Alaska, American, Breeze, AirAsia, Vietjet, Jetstar, Qantas.
Source: www.vietnamairlines.com. Checked on www.vietnamairlines.com on October 29, 2026. If the airline's page and this page disagree, the airline's page wins.
Questions people ask
What is the Vietnam Airlines carry-on size?
Vietnam Airlines' carry-on limit is 56 x 36 x 23 cm (about 22 x 14.2 x 9.1 in).
What is the Vietnam Airlines personal item size?
Up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm. It must fit under the seat in front of you.
Is a carry-on bag free on Vietnam Airlines?
Yes, a carry-on is included on Vietnam Airlines.