✓ Policy web-verified 2026-06-20
VietJet’s cheapest fare — the one branded Eco (sometimes shown as Promo on a deal) — gives you exactly one thing: a 7 kg carry-on (one main bag up to 56 x 36 x 23 cm, plus one small personal item up to 30 x 20 x 10 cm). That’s it. There is no free checked bag on Eco. If your deal fare looks suspiciously cheap, this is why — the hold luggage has been stripped out entirely and sold back to you as an add-on.
Step up and the bag appears: Deluxe includes 20 kg checked, and SkyBoss includes 30 kg (plus a 10 kg carry-on and priority everything). VietJet runs frequent promos dropping a free 20 kg checked option into Eco on international routes, but treat that as a bonus, not a guarantee — when it’s not running, the cheapest fare is hand-luggage-only and you’re buying weight before you fly.
Quick facts
| Cheapest fare (Eco) | 7 kg carry-on only — no checked bag |
| Carry-on | 1 bag 56 x 36 x 23 cm + 1 personal item, 7 kg total |
| SkyBoss carry-on | 10 kg |
| Deluxe checked | 20 kg included |
| SkyBoss checked | 30 kg included |
| Checked weight cap | 32 kg / 70 lb per piece |
| Max checked size | 119 x 119 x 81 cm per piece |
| Add-a-bag | From 15 kg, then 5 kg increments — cheapest prepaid online |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal item | Handbag / laptop bag / jacket bag, up to 30 x 20 x 10 cm — included all fares |
| Carry-on bag | 56 x 36 x 23 cm, 7 kg total (incl. personal item) on Eco/Deluxe; 10 kg on SkyBoss |
Checked baggage & fees
| Eco / Promo (cheapest) | None included — must prepay |
| Deluxe | 20 kg included |
| SkyBoss | 30 kg included |
| Weight limit per piece | 32 kg / 70 lb |
| Max dimensions per piece | 119 x 119 x 81 cm |
| Prepaid add-on (intl) | Sold in 15 kg / 20 kg / 30 kg+ tiers; roughly VND 200,000+ (~USD 8+) and up, varies by route/date — far cheaper online than at the airport |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eco / Promo | Included (7 kg) | 7 kg | None — buy separately |
| Deluxe | Included (7 kg) | 7 kg | 20 kg |
| SkyBoss | Included | 10 kg | 30 kg |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
On a cheap VietJet Eco deal you get a 7 kg carry-on and nothing in the hold. For a short city break or a beach week packed light, that 7 kg (one cabin bag plus a personal item) is genuinely all you need — and it’s why VietJet fares undercut everyone on Asian routes. The trap is showing up at the gate assuming a checked bag is included: it isn’t, and airport prices are the most expensive way to buy one.
Budget the bag at booking, online. Adding 20 kg of checked allowance to an international Eco fare typically runs on the order of a few US dollars to ~USD 20 depending on route and how far ahead you buy — trivial money compared to paying at the counter. If you know you’re checking a bag either way, price out Deluxe (20 kg already bundled) against Eco-plus-bag; on many routes the difference is small and Deluxe throws in priority and free changes.
Oversize, sports & special items
Oversize and sports gear go in the hold for a fee — a 20 kg oversized item runs around VND 400,000 (~USD 16), with sports equipment (golf, surf, bikes) carried as oversized/excess and insurance recommended. Musical instruments too large for the cabin can travel as checked baggage, or you can buy an extra seat for a fragile instrument. Standard prohibited-items rules apply: no power banks/lithium batteries in the hold, weapons, or dangerous goods.
2025/2026 note: VietJet has run repeated promotional windows offering a free 20 kg checked option on Eco for international direct flights (most recently spring 2026). It’s genuinely useful when live — but it’s a time-limited offer you must select during booking, not a permanent allowance.
Baggage by region & route
VietJet is a low-cost carrier: the base ‘Eco’ fare includes NO free checked bag — only 7 kg cabin. Checked baggage is a paid add-on; SkyBoss fares include it.
| Region / route | Cheapest economy checked allowance | System |
|---|---|---|
| Base ‘Eco’ fare (cheapest) | No free checked bag — 7 kg cabin only | — |
| Pre-booked add-on | 15 / 20 / 30 / 40 kg tiers | Weight |
| SkyBoss / Business | checked allowance included (≥30 kg) | Weight |
✈️ VietJet is a low-cost carrier, not in an airline alliance — no cross-carrier elite baggage benefit.
Add-ons are cheaper pre-booked online. Allowances are for the cheapest bookable economy fare, web-verified June 2026; always confirm on your e-ticket as fares and routes change.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the cheapest VietJet (Eco) fare include a checked bag?
No. Eco/Promo includes only a 7 kg carry-on (one cabin bag plus a small personal item). Any checked baggage must be purchased separately — at booking is cheapest, the airport is dearest.
How much carry-on can I bring on VietJet?
One main bag up to 56 x 36 x 23 cm plus one personal item (handbag/laptop/jacket bag) up to 30 x 20 x 10 cm, 7 kg combined on Eco and Deluxe. SkyBoss allows 10 kg.
What's the checked allowance on Deluxe and SkyBoss?
Deluxe includes 20 kg of checked baggage; SkyBoss includes 30 kg. Both also bundle priority check-in, seat selection and flight changes.
How much does it cost to add a checked bag to an Eco fare?
Prepaid online, an international checked-bag add-on starts in the low single-digit US dollars and climbs with weight and route — often only a few dollars to around USD 20 for 20 kg. Buying at the airport costs significantly more, so add it during booking.
What is the maximum weight and size for a single checked bag?
Each checked piece can weigh up to 32 kg / 70 lb and must not exceed 119 x 119 x 81 cm. Heavier total allowances are split across multiple pieces, each within the 32 kg cap.
Is there really a free 20 kg checked baggage offer?
VietJet periodically runs promotions adding a free 20 kg checked option to Eco on international direct flights. It’s real but time-limited and must be selected during booking — don’t assume it’s active. Check your fare’s inclusions before paying.
Can I carry sports equipment or a musical instrument?
Yes. Sports gear (golf, surf, bikes) and oversize items travel in the hold for a fee, e.g. around VND 400,000 (~USD 16) for a 20 kg oversized item. Large instruments can be checked or, if fragile, carried by buying an extra seat.
Should I buy Deluxe or just add a bag to Eco?
If you’re definitely checking a bag, compare the two. Deluxe bundles 20 kg plus priority and free changes; on many routes it costs only a little more than Eco-plus-bag and can be the better value.