✓ Policy web-verified 2026-06-20
Bamboo Airways’ cheapest ticket is Economy Saver Max, and it does exactly what the name promises: it strips the checked bag. On a Saver Max fare you fly with 7 kg of carry-on and nothing in the hold — a checked bag is a paid add-on, and that’s true whether you’re hopping Hanoi to Da Nang or flying the longer international hops out of Vietnam and Thailand. The next fare up, Economy Saver, restores a 20 kg checked allowance on international routes, and the mid-tier Economy Smart and Economy Flex give you 20 kg domestic or international, two pieces max.
The carry-on rule is the same across every Economy fare and it’s tight: one main piece plus one small personal item, 7 kg total combined, main bag capped at 56 x 36 x 23 cm. That’s a strict 7 kg ceiling, not the 8–10 kg some carriers wink at — and Bamboo weighs and tags carry-on at the gate, so an overweight cabin bag becomes a check-in problem fast. Business doubles things up: two cabin pieces, 14 kg, and a 40 kg hold allowance.
Quick facts
| Cheapest fare | Economy Saver Max — no checked bag |
| Free personal item | Handbag/laptop bag, under seat (counts within 7 kg) |
| Carry-on (Economy) | 1 piece + 1 personal item, 7 kg total, 56 x 36 x 23 cm |
| Checked (paid fares) | 20 kg Economy / 40 kg Business |
| Max piece weight | 32 kg, 203 cm total dimensions |
| Max pieces | 2 Economy / 3 Business |
| Extra baggage | Buy in 10 kg increments, up to +60 kg |
| Cheapest-fare bag varies by region? | No — Saver Max excludes a bag everywhere |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal item | Handbag/purse (max 30 x 20 x 10 cm) or laptop bag (max 40 x 30 x 10 cm), stows under the seat — counts toward the 7 kg cabin total. All Economy fares. |
| Carry-on (Economy) | 1 main piece, max 56 x 36 x 23 cm (115 cm total), 7 kg combined with personal item. Weighed and tagged at the gate. All Economy fares including Saver Max. |
| Carry-on (Business) | 2 main pieces (7 kg each, 14 kg total) + 1 personal item, each 56 x 36 x 23 cm. |
Checked baggage & fees
| Economy Saver Max (cheapest) | No checked bag included — paid add-on, domestic and international |
| Economy Saver / Smart / Flex | 20 kg, up to 2 pieces |
| Business Smart / Flex | 40 kg, up to 3 pieces |
| Per-piece limit | 32 kg (70 lb) max per piece; 203 cm (L+W+H) |
| Prepaid extra baggage | Sold in 10 kg blocks, up to +60 kg; cheaper online than at the airport (price varies by route/date) |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Saver Max | Yes (within 7 kg) | 7 kg | Paid add-on |
| Economy Saver | Yes (within 7 kg) | 7 kg | 20 kg (international) |
| Economy Smart | Yes (within 7 kg) | 7 kg | 20 kg |
| Economy Flex | Yes (within 7 kg) | 7 kg | 20 kg |
| Business Smart | Yes | 14 kg | 40 kg |
| Business Flex | Yes | 14 kg | 40 kg |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
On a cheap Bamboo Airways deal fare you’re almost certainly on Economy Saver Max — 7 kg of cabin baggage and an empty hold. Unlike North American or Gulf carriers that quietly bundle a checked bag into their lowest long-haul fare, Bamboo charges for the bag on every route, domestic and international alike.
The smart move is to buy the bag online in advance — Bamboo sells extra allowance in 10 kg increments and it’s materially cheaper than paying at the airport counter. Compare the total against the Economy Saver/Smart fare too: stepping up one fare class often costs about the same as buying a bag separately and gets you a 20 kg allowance plus more flexibility. And respect the 7 kg cabin ceiling — it’s enforced and weighed at the gate, so an overstuffed carry-on can force an expensive last-minute check-in.
Oversize, sports & special items
Sports gear (golf sets, skis, surfboards, bikes, fishing and archery equipment) and oversize items travel as checked baggage and must respect the 32 kg / 203 cm per-piece limits; bicycles must be boxed or bagged. Large instruments like cellos generally need their own purchased seat — arrange this with Bamboo customer service ahead of time rather than turning up with it. Anything over 32 kg in a single piece must be split or shipped as cargo.
Note the bigger picture for 2025–2026: Bamboo Airways has gone through a heavy fleet and route contraction, shedding most of its widebodies and trimming its international network. Schedules and which routes count as “international” can shift.
Baggage by region & route
Bamboo Airways uses the weight system: 20 kg on domestic Vietnam routes and 30 kg on international economy.
| Region / route | Cheapest economy checked allowance | System |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Vietnam | 20 kg | Weight |
| International economy | 30 kg | Weight |
| Business | 40 kg | Weight |
✈️ Bamboo Airways is not in an airline alliance — no cross-carrier elite baggage benefit.
Con Dao domestic flights have a lower allowance — confirm on your e-ticket. Allowances are for the cheapest bookable economy fare, web-verified June 2026; always confirm on your e-ticket as fares and routes change.
Frequently asked questions
Does the cheapest Bamboo Airways fare include a checked bag?
No. Economy Saver Max — the lowest fare — includes only the 7 kg carry-on allowance; a checked bag is a paid add-on on both domestic and international routes.
How much carry-on can I bring on Bamboo Airways?
One main piece plus one small personal item, 7 kg combined, with the main bag no larger than 56 x 36 x 23 cm. This applies to every Economy fare, including Saver Max.
What's the checked baggage allowance on paid Economy fares?
Economy Saver, Smart and Flex include 20 kg of checked baggage (up to 2 pieces). Each piece must stay under 32 kg and 203 cm total dimensions.
Does Bamboo include a free bag on long-haul international flights?
Only on paid fares. Unlike some carriers that bundle a bag into the cheapest long-haul fare, Bamboo’s Saver Max excludes a checked bag on every route — international included. You must buy up to a Saver fare or add the bag.
How do I add extra baggage and what does it cost?
Buy it online in advance in 10 kg increments, up to a maximum of +60 kg. Prices vary by route and date, but pre-purchasing online is significantly cheaper than paying at the airport.
Is the 7 kg cabin limit actually enforced?
Yes. Bamboo weighs and tags carry-on bags, and untagged or overweight cabin bags won’t be allowed on board — so an overstuffed bag can be forced into the hold at check-in cost.
What's the Business Class baggage allowance?
Business fares get 2 cabin pieces (14 kg total) plus a personal item, and 40 kg of checked baggage across up to 3 pieces.
Can I bring sports equipment or musical instruments?
Yes, as checked baggage within the 32 kg / 203 cm limits; bikes must be boxed. Large instruments such as cellos usually require a purchased extra seat arranged with customer service in advance.