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The science here is simpler than it sounds, but the pricing is not — Vietnam Airlines charges cabin pet travel by zone rather than by flight, so the same dog costs different amounts depending how far it goes. Pixel and I would work out the zone before anything else. The cabin ceiling is also low here at 6 kg including the carrier, which rules out a lot of dogs before the fee even matters.
Vietnam Airlines's pet policy splits into cabin and cargo. This page summarizes the weight limits, fees, brachycephalic-breed restrictions, and carrier specifications for both modes — sourced from the airline's official pet pages.
How Vietnam Airlines handles your pet
Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the to read the exact wording; the opens the source page.
In the cabin✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breedsNot accepted
Cabin policy
Pets accepted✓ Acceptedverified 2026-10-13
Snub-nosed breeds banned✗ Yesverified 2026-10-13
Snub-nosed breeds list
Affenpinscher
Akita
American Bulldog
American Bully
American Staffordshire Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Boxer
Brussels Griffin
Bulldog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chinese Pug
Chow Chow
Dogo Argentino
Dogue de Bordeaux
English Bulldog
English Toy Spaniel
French Bulldog
Fila Brazileiro
Greyhound
Lhasa Apso
Laika
Japanese Boxer
Japanese Chin
Japanese Pug
Japanese Spaniel (Chin)
Kangal
Mastiff (all breeds)
Ovtcharka
Pekingese
Pit Bull
Shar Pei
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Spaniels (English Toy, Cavalier King Charles, Tibetan)
Tibetan Spaniel
Tosa
Rottweiler
Wolfdog
Crossbreeds of any breed marked with (*)
verified 2026-10-13
Minimum age10 weeksverified 2026-10-13
Advance booking notice24 hoursverified 2026-10-13
Advance booking required✓ Yesverified 2026-10-22
Max pets per passenger2verified 2026-10-13
Booking methodphone_onlyverified 2026-10-13
Pregnant animals accepted✗ Noverified 2026-10-13
Carrier size30 × 35 × 20 cmverified 2026-10-13
Max weight (pet + crate)6 kgverified 2026-10-13
Crate must have/beventilated, a carrierverified 2026-10-13
Cargo: Crate must have/bewater bowl, a carrierverified 2026-10-13
Health & documents
Health certificate required✓ Yesverified 2026-10-13
Passengers should contact a Vietnam Airlines branch to book the pet transport service at least 24 hours before the expected departure time. The booking is made through a branch rather than online, so it is a phone call or a visit, not a checkout step. Arrange it when the ticket is issued rather than the day before.
Cabin pet fees are charged by zone: USD 300 in Zone A, USD 400 between A and B, USD 600 for Zone C and between A or B and C, and USD 650 for Zone D and between A, B or C and D. Vietnam domestic routes are VND 5,000,000. Identify the zone for your route before budgeting, because the spread is more than double.
Quick reference for Vietnam Airlines: 6 kg in the cabin including the carrier, a 24-hour booking made through a branch, and a zoned cabin fee running from USD 300 to USD 650. The hold takes up to 50 kg but is closed to snub-nosed breeds. Work out the zone first — it is the number that changes most between itineraries. Build a personalized plan and we'll price your actual route.
ISO 11784/11785 — the universal microchip standard.
FAVN
Fluorescent Antibody Virus Neutralization — a rabies serology test required by rabies-free destinations.
Brachycephalic
Snub-nosed breeds (French Bulldogs, Pugs, Persians, Himalayans) with restricted airline acceptance due to heat-stress risk.
AVIH
Animal Vehicle In Hold — IATA's term for cargo pet shipment, with fees that vary by carrier and route.
Auto-generated from verified data · Last updated: August 30, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Vietnam Airlines?
Yes, Vietnam Airlines allows dogs in the cabin. Your pet and carrier combined must weigh under 6 kg. For your specific pet's eligibility, check Pawgo at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Does Vietnam Airlines allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
Vietnam Airlines bans brachycephalic breeds from cabin. Breeds like French Bulldogs, Pugs, and Persian cats are affected. Verify your breed at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
What are the pet carrier size limits for Vietnam Airlines?
The cabin carrier limit on Vietnam Airlines is 30.0 x 35 x 20 cm (L x W x H). Exact limits vary by aircraft. Compute your carrier fit at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Does Vietnam Airlines require a health certificate for pets?
Yes, Vietnam Airlines requires a health certificate for pets. Your destination country may have additional requirements — check www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Can I ship my dog as cargo on Vietnam Airlines?
Yes, Vietnam Airlines offers cargo pet transport. Confirm the carrier's specific crate and documentation requirements with the airline directly before booking. Get the full details at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
What is the cabin weight limit on Vietnam Airlines?
In the cabin, your pet plus its carrier must not exceed 6 kg. Heavier pets (up to 9 kg) travel in the hold.Build my pet's travel plan →
How much does it cost to fly a pet on Vietnam Airlines?
Vietnam Airlines charges 300 USD in the cabin, one way per pet. Confirm the amount for your route when you book.Build my pet's travel plan →
What if my flight is delayed past my health certificate validity?
If the certificate window expires before you board, you'll need a re-issue. Build a 1-2 day buffer between the cert date and departure to absorb minor delays.Build my pet's travel plan →
What happens if I forget a document?
At the destination airport: at best, an extended inspection while you produce backup; at worst, the pet is held in quarantine or returned to origin at your cost. Bring printed copies.Build my pet's travel plan →
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