Vietnam Flights And Luggage Information

International Flight Tickets and Luggage:
For travelers, the cost of airfare is often the first concern. To secure reasonably priced tickets, consider the following tips:

• If booking online, platforms like Skyscanner, Expedia, Kayak, or TheFlightdeal are worth exploring. Comparing offers is recommended to find the best deal. Studies show that Tuesday is generally the best day for discounts, while prices tend to rise on Fridays and weekends. Clearing your browser cookies before searching can also help.
• If your budget allows and you prefer minimizing airport layovers, look for direct flights to major airports such as Tan Son Nhat in Ho Chi Minh City or Noi Bai in Hanoi to maximize your travel experience.
• For more economical options, you might book a connecting flight with stopovers at major Asian hubs like Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok, or Doha before continuing to Vietnam. Alternatively, check with nearby travel agencies for ticket prices.

Luggage Policies:
Airlines vary in their luggage policies:

• Economy class typically allows 7kg for carry-on bags and 20kg for checked luggage. Low-cost carriers often charge separately for checked bags. Be mindful of exceeding weight limits, as fees for excess luggage at the airport can be quite high.

Post and Telecommunications:
Internet access is widely available in Asia, especially in hotels, restaurants, and public areas.

• In Vietnam, “Bưu điện” means post office, and you’ll find them in most districts and cities. Hanoi’s largest and oldest post office, “Bưu điện Hà Nội,” is located on Dinh Tien Hoang Street in Hoan Kiem District, near Sword Lake. It’s recognizable by its clock tower and large antennas. Sending a postcard from Vietnam takes approximately two weeks. Hanoi’s postal code is 10000.
• For international phone calls:
  • Landline: Dial 00 + country code + city code + landline number (9 or 10 digits, excluding the leading zero). Example: To call Milan, Italy, from Hanoi, Vietnam, dial 00 39 2 xxxxxxxxx(x). For the reverse, dial 00 84 24.
  • Mobile: Dial 00 + country code + mobile number (excluding the leading zero). Example: From Milan to Hanoi, dial 00 84 xxxxxxxxx.