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Bamboo Airways Baggage Fees (2026)

Updated 2026-07-04

Quick summary

Bamboo Airways is a Vietnamese full-service carrier, so most Economy tickets include a free checked allowance plus a 7kg cabin bag. The exact free weight varies by fare class and route, and extra baggage is much cheaper pre-purchased online than at the airport.

Bamboo Airwaysbaggage allowance & fees at a glance

🎒 Personal itemOne small personal item (handbag, laptop bag or similar) is included. It counts toward your combined hand-baggage weight limit rather than being a separate free allowance on top of the cabin bag.
🧳 Carry-on allowanceEconomy: 1 main carry-on plus 1 small personal item, combined max 7kg, with the main piece no larger than 56 x 36 x 23 cm (115 cm total). Business Class allows up to 14kg (2 pieces up to 7kg each plus a small handbag).
🧳 First checked bagVaries by fare and route — commonly around 20kg (higher Economy fares and international routes may include more)
🧳 Second checked bagHigher allowance, often around 30-40kg depending on fare and route

Bamboo Airways checked bag fees

Economy free allowanceVaries by fare and route — commonly around 20kg (higher Economy fares and international routes may include more)
Business free allowanceHigher allowance, often around 30-40kg depending on fare and route
Per-piece limitUp to 2 free checked pieces in Economy (3 in Business); each item generally max 32kg
Excess / extra baggagePre-purchase add-on packages online (peak-period pricing applies around Lunar New Year and summer); airport rates are higher

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Change and cancellation rules depend on your fare class — lower Economy fares charge a change fee plus any fare difference and may be non-refundable, while higher fares are more flexible. Always check the exact conditions shown at booking.

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Other common fees

Seat selectionPaid for preferred/extra-legroom seats; varies by route
Airport vs. online baggageBuying extra baggage at the counter costs more than pre-booking online

How to avoid extra fees

  • Pre-book any extra baggage online during booking — airport-counter rates are noticeably higher.
  • Free checked allowance varies by fare, so confirm the kg figure on your specific booking confirmation.
  • Avoid the Lunar New Year and summer peak windows when buying add-on baggage — pricing is higher then.
  • Keep your cabin bag under 7kg combined with your personal item; overweight hand baggage is refused at the gate.
  • For Business Class you get a larger checked allowance plus up to 14kg of hand baggage — useful for longer trips.

Bamboo Airways baggage — FAQ

What is Bamboo Airways' baggage allowance?

Economy tickets include a 7kg cabin bag and a free checked allowance that varies by fare and route (commonly around 20kg). Business Class includes a larger checked allowance and up to 14kg of hand baggage.

How much is extra baggage on Bamboo Airways?

You pre-purchase extra allowance in packages online, which is cheaper than paying at the airport. Prices vary by route and rise during peak travel periods such as Lunar New Year and summer.

What is the carry-on weight limit?

7kg total in Economy for one main carry-on plus a small personal item, with the main piece no larger than 56 x 36 x 23 cm. Business Class allows up to 14kg.

How many checked bags can I bring for free?

Up to 2 free checked pieces in Economy and 3 in Business, with the combined weight limited to your fare's allowance and each item generally capped at 32kg.

Sources

This guide is independent and not affiliated with Bamboo Airways. Baggage fees and policies change often and vary by route, fare type, and date — always confirm on the airline's official website before booking or flying.

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