BAGGAGE REGULATIONS TO KEEP IN MIND WHEN FLIGHTING DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL

18.10.2024, 02:25pm

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When preparing for a flight, it is important to understand the luggage regulations to avoid unnecessary trouble at the airport. Hung Phat provides detailed information about the items that can and cannot be brought on board the plane, applicable to both domestic and international flights.

1. Items are brought on the plane

The first thing you need to know before packing for your flight is the regulations on the size and weight of carry-on luggage. 

Each airline will have different regulations. But the most common is the maximum weight of each piece/accessory of 10kg; handle luggage is only allowed to have a maximum 3-dimensional size (56 x 36 x 23 cm); accessories such as briefcases, backpacks, laptop, handbags, cameras, etc. have a maximum 3-dimensional size (40 x 30 x 15 cm).

1.1. Items allowed on domestic flights:

* General regulations on handle luggage and accessories:

  • Handle luggage: Maximum weight 10kg, dimensions not exceeding 56 x 36 x 23cm.
  • Accessories: Briefcase, backpack, handbag, or camera with maximum size 40 x 30 x 15cm.

* Items allowed to bring:

  • Personal items: Clothes, shoes, phone, laptop, camera.
  • Food: Dry food, food with little water, small bottled water.
  • For children: Milk powder, milk bottles, strollers, foldable strollers (condition is that there is a child accompanying).
  • Medicines and medical equipment: Prescription drugs, small oxygen tanks, cardiac devices, blood pressure monitors.
  • Cosmetics: Powder, lipstick, perfume, beauty solution (total capacity under 1 liter).
  • Disability assistance equipment: Wheelchairs, guide dog.
  • Other equipment: Sports equipment, musical instruments (if size is within carry-on or checked luggage limits).
  • Pets (depending on each airline's regulations)…

1.2. Items allowed on international flights

Passengers on international flights need to follow the same rules as domestic flights, but there are a few additional points to note:

* Regulations on liquids and solutions:

  • Capacity: Cosmetics, beverages, liquid, spray, or viscous solutions (toothpaste, perfume...) must be contained in bottles under 100ml, with a total capacity not exceeding 1 liter.
  • Đóng gói: Tất cả phải được đựng trong túi nhựa trong suốt, kín, kích thước không vượt quá 20 x 20cm.

Some special luggage:

  • Alcoholic beverages: Alcohol concentration from 25% - 70%, maximum capacity 5 liters, intact seal.
  • Perfume: Boxed under 500ml/bottle, total capacity not exceeding 2 liters.
  • Other items: Depending on the regulations of the country you are going to, you should check in advance to avoid violations.

2. Items not allowed bring on board the plane

To ensure flight safety and comply with aviation regulations, passengers need to clearly understand the items prohibited from being brought on board. Below is a detailed list of prohibited items and some notes for each country.

Items not allowed bring on board the plane(Source:vietjetair.com)

2.1. Group of items prohibited from being carried on board the plane

  • Airlines have regulations prohibiting the carrying of drinks with an alcohol concentration of over 70% on board.
  • Items that are not allowed on the plane include dangerous, sharp objects that can cause injury.
  • Dangerous items such as saws or saw blades, objects with sharp blades, sports clubs such as billiard clubs, golf clubs, baseball bats, etc
  • Absolutely do not carry items that can cause fire or explosion.
  • It is strictly forbidden to bring weapons of all kinds such as: Guns, laser guns, slingshots, knives, swords of all kinds. Toys that resemble real weapons are also prohibited.

2.2. Group of items prohibited in checked luggage

  • Items that are not allowed on board as checked luggage also include beverages with an alcohol content of over 70%.
  • Groups of explosives and items including detonators of all kinds, slow-burning fuses, firecrackers, flares, fireworks, gunpowder, explosives, gunpowder are also absolutely prohibited in checked luggage, gasoline, matches, etc.

Dry food/canned food (Source: Internet)

Kết luận

Understanding luggage regulations will help you be more prepared and avoid trouble at check-in. Always check with your airline and destination to make sure everything goes smoothly.

Hung Phat always accompanies you on every journey, bringing great experiences and absolute peace of mind. ✈️
Wishing you safe, comfortable and enjoyable flights!

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