Cheap Vietnam Airlines Premium Economy flights

Long-haul flights in economy can be rough. Cramped seats, average meals, and nowhere near enough legroom. Vietnam Airlines premium economy offers a clear upgrade without needing to splash out on business. The seats are wider and recline further, the food’s a proper step up, and you’ll get treated to priority check-in and boarding. 

If you’re heading to Vietnam, Asia, or even Europe, it’s a smarter way to fly. No flatbeds or champagne service here, but if you want comfort that won’t wreck your budget, it’s a solid middle ground.

More space, more perks, and better service from check-in to touchdown. Here’s what you get in premium economy.

Seats in premium economy are wider, roomier, and more reclined than in economy. On the Boeing 787, you’ll get up to 107cm of legroom and 18cm of recline, plenty of space to stretch out. The layout’s 2-3-2, so fewer middle seats and easier access. On the A350, it’s still roomy with 96cm pitch and 15cm recline.

Footrests, adjustable headrests, personal screens, and USB ports are standard. The seats are properly cushioned too; comfy enough to sleep, read, or watch a movie without that useless wriggling around to find just the right position.

Food in premium economy is a cut above. Think full hot meals (usually twice on long-haul), real cutlery, premium wines, and proper menus. The dishes are a mix of Vietnamese favourites and international options; think fish with rice and veggies, sticky rice with mushrooms, or eggs for breakfast.

Presentation matters too. You get ceramic-style trays, actual plates, and warm croissants. Snacks, fresh fruit, and welcome drinks round it out. For a mid-tier cabin, the meals punch well above their weight.

Premium economy bags come with plenty of wiggle room:

Cabin: Two bags (max 10kg each) plus a personal item (total 18kg)

Checked: Usually two bags at 23kg each (varies by route)

That’s much more than economy, and your bags get a priority tag, so you’re not waiting forever at the carousel.

We checked a range of Vietnam Airlines routes across Australia, Asia, and Europe, and Premium Economy fares were consistently AU$500 to AU$1,500 more than Economy.

Here’s a snapshot of what we found:

Prices move around depending on when and where you fly, but across the board, premium economy gives you more space and comfort for a fair bump in price.

If you’re flying long-haul and don’t want to feel like a sardine, premium economy is definitely worth it. More space, better food, and a smoother trip overall. It’s not business, but it feels a lot closer than you’d think.

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