Flying business class without spending a fortune?
What wizardry is this?
Budget carrier Vietjet, known for its cheap fares from Australian airports to Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, also offers business class fares in 85% lie-flat seats from just over $1,000.
I just flew each way between Melbourne and Hanoi as a guest of Vietjet and both flights were super comfortable and on time.
On the overnight flight between Hanoi and Melbourne I managed seven hours of uninterrupted snooze. That's a rare treat.
You have to make some compromises. First, Vietjet does not offer entertainment; you'll need to load some movies, books and music to your phone or device before flying. And there was no wifi on the two Airbus A330 flights that I took.
But there was pre-flight lounge access at both ends: at The House in Melbourne and the chic Song Hong lounge in Hanoi. Drinks, snacks, wifi and comfortable chairs that take a lot of the stress out of flying.
There is also priority boarding and disembarkation from the cosy business cabins, which comprise just two rows with a 2-2-2 business configuration.
Attentive and smartly attired crew help you stow your baggage, and business class ticket holders are allowed a massive 18kg of hand luggage - a huge win. That's in addition to your checked baggage allowance.
There's a pillow and blanket waiting for you in your seat, along with a little amenities bag with slippers, eye mask and some Occitaine d'Provence goodies.
Once on board there are pre-flight drinks and nibbles (water, juice or wine), and dedicated business cabin staff.
The food is good, too, with a choice of either the business menu or dishes from economy included in your fare.
You have to make some compromises. First, Vietjet does not offer entertainment; you'll need to load some movies, books and music to your phone or device before flying. And there was no wifi on the two Airbus A330 flights that I took.
But there was pre-flight lounge access at both ends: at The House in Melbourne and the chic Song Hong lounge in Hanoi. Drinks, snacks, wifi and comfortable chairs that take a lot of the stress out of flying.
There is also priority boarding and disembarkation from the cosy business cabins, which comprise just two rows with a 2-2-2 business configuration.
Attentive and smartly attired crew help you stow your baggage, and business class ticket holders are allowed a massive 18kg of hand luggage - a huge win. That's in addition to your checked baggage allowance.
There's a pillow and blanket waiting for you in your seat, along with a little amenities bag with slippers, eye mask and some Occitaine d'Provence goodies.
Once on board there are pre-flight drinks and nibbles (water, juice or wine), and dedicated business cabin staff.
The food is good, too, with a choice of either the business menu or dishes from economy included in your fare.
Business choices include the likes of fresh spring rolls, Vietnamese baked fish, and chicken and vermicelli soup. The red and white wine options were Portuguese and serviceable if not stellar.
Throughout the flight you are offered nuts, or some cheese and biscuits, before a second meal is served (I slept through breakfast on the return leg).
There are dedicated business class toilets that were kept immaculate during both my flights. Flight time between Melbourne and Hanoi is around 10 to 10/12 hours.
Vietjet flies from Ho Chi Minh City to major Australian cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth, and also connects Hanoi to Sydney and Melbourne. Economy fares start at around $250, while business class fares begin at $1,100, with frequent seat sales on offer.
Current deals from Vietjet start from $199, available to purchase until this Thursday. The discounted tickets are available between Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth, and Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, for travel between November 15 and May 22, 2025.
Travellers from Australia can also enjoy a 20% discount on business class fares by using the code LEADER20 when booking on Vietjet’s website, app or via authorised travel agents.
If you have a longer time before needing to book, Vietjet is offering up to 50% off on deluxe tickets for bookings made now until November 20.
Throughout the flight you are offered nuts, or some cheese and biscuits, before a second meal is served (I slept through breakfast on the return leg).
There are dedicated business class toilets that were kept immaculate during both my flights. Flight time between Melbourne and Hanoi is around 10 to 10/12 hours.
Vietjet flies from Ho Chi Minh City to major Australian cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth, and also connects Hanoi to Sydney and Melbourne. Economy fares start at around $250, while business class fares begin at $1,100, with frequent seat sales on offer.
Current deals from Vietjet start from $199, available to purchase until this Thursday. The discounted tickets are available between Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth, and Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, for travel between November 15 and May 22, 2025.
Travellers from Australia can also enjoy a 20% discount on business class fares by using the code LEADER20 when booking on Vietjet’s website, app or via authorised travel agents.
If you have a longer time before needing to book, Vietjet is offering up to 50% off on deluxe tickets for bookings made now until November 20.
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Passengers flying deluxe can enjoy up to 40kg of free checked baggage, free seat selection, and free flight schedule changes. Deluxe passengers get 10kg of carry-on luggage and a meal combo with a drink.
Check out the current deals - they change all the time - at www.vietjetair.com.
The airline's newest route connects Da Nang to Ahmedabad in India and it also has increased flight frequencies from Vietnamese ports to Busan (South Korea), Hong Kong (China), Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung (Taiwan).
Vietjet is a fully-fledged member of International Air Transport Association (IATA) with the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certificate. It is Vietnam’s largest private carrier.
# The writer was hosted by Vietjet
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