You can take domestic flights to travel from one destination to another within Vietnam easily thanks to its aviation industry’s growth.  To discover the two biggest tourist cities in Vietnam, Hanoi in the North and Ho Chi Minh City in the South, in one trip, you have to travel around 1,700 km. It will take about more than 30 hours by train or bus, but only 2 hours by flight. That’s why domestic flights are a good and time-saving solution, especially with the arrival of low-cost airlines that offer more affordable prices. Therefore, more and more tourists choose them as the best means of transportation. In this post, let’s learn everything about domestic flights in Vietnam.    How to book tickets for domestic flights within Vietnam Normally, you can book Vietnam domestic flights directly via the airline’s official website or a local agent. The prices don’t differ too much but in case you want to cancel or change some information such as name, date, and more, a Vietnamese travel agent can be a big support.  Well-known platforms like Traveloka, Skyscanner, Expedia, etc. are trustworthy for booking flight tickets. You can also contact your tour operators like Visit Vietnam Tours to help you find the best airfares with competitive offers.   If you want to do it yourself, don’t forget to check the booking conditions and the total price after taxes and other fees. Book as soon as possible in advance and make the most use of promotions, you will save a lot. Prepare a credit card or international payment card to keep the ticket.    Airports in Vietnam  There are more than 20 civilian airports within Vietnam, so the country’s aviation is well-connected and there’s a flight option to every major destination. Half of them are international airports and are situated at top destinations such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Danang, Quang Ninh, Thua Thien-Hue, Khanh Hoa, Kien Giang, and more. They are often just 10-30 minutes away from the city center so it offers convenient and quick access.  Domestic airlines in Vietnam Vietnam Airlines As the flag carrier and the most long-standing airline in Vietnam, Vietnam Airlines has always been trusted by its customers. Currently, it operates frequent domestic flights to about 20 cities and provinces across Vietnam and international flights to over 40 destinations around the world. Vietnam Airlines stands out for its high-quality services, little delays, and exceptional utilities. However, the prices are quite higher than other carriers.   VietJet Air This is the first privately owned airline in Vietnam, famous for its modern airplanes and super cheap airfares. You can get many promotions and discounts from this low-cost airline. VietJet offers dozens of domestic flights to different places throughout Vietnam as well as international flights. One of its most talked about disadvantages is frequent delays and cancellations.  Pacific Airlines Formerly known as Jetstar Pacific, this airline was established in December 1990 and is the pioneer in offering low-cost airfares. Pacific Airlines is now operating both domestic and international flights but with a lower frequency and relatively high delays.   Bamboo Airways Bamboo Airways is a dynamic and young carrier in Vietnam, founded in 2018. It only provides domestic flights to around 15 destinations across the country. The prices are somewhere in between the full-service cost of Vietnam Airlines and the low cost of Pacific Airlines and VietJet Air. This carrier is renowned for brand-new aircraft and punctuality, but the routes and flights are much fewer than others.   Vietravel Airlines This is the newest airline in Vietnam and a subsidiary of Vietravel Group. Vietravel Airlines launched its first flight at the end of 2020. It takes passengers to domestic destinations in Vietnam and also international cities, mostly in Asia. The carrier offers reasonable prices and new airplanes. Nevertheless, you don’t have various options with its limited routes and flights.   Ticket prices for Vietnam domestic flights  The economic one-way ticket prices for domestic flights within Vietnam usually range from $40-120 (VND 1,000,000-3,000,000) depending on the carrier, the route, time, and more. Higher classes will charge more.  Keep in mind that the prices on special and long holidays in Vietnam will be high, such as April 30-May 1, September 2 (Independence Day), Tet (around mid-January to early February), etc. If you travel within Vietnam on these occasions by air, you should book the tickets several months in advance.   Other things to note   Every carrier offers check-in online service at some specific airports (mainly departing from Hanoi, Danang, and Ho Chi Minh City), so use it to save more time. It is often available from 24 to 1 hour before the scheduled departure time.  Check-in counters for Vietnam domestic flights at the airport are usually open from 2 hours to 40 minutes before departure. You’d better arrive early if you are not familiar with the airport.  Regarding luggage, each airline has a different policy. For instance, Vietnam Airlines allows 20kg of checked baggage and 7kg of hand baggage for Economy class. VietJet Air allows 7kg of carry-on baggage for Economy and Deluxe classes, with no checked baggage and you must pay for it if your luggage exceeds 7kg or is oversized.  Direct domestic flight times in Vietnam are normally from half an hour to 2 hours. With affordable prices, convenience, and rapidity, Vietnam domestic flights are the best choice for many travelers.  Contact Visit Vietnam Tours if you need further information or support.