The increase is equivalent to between VND30,000 (US$1.3) and VND400,000 per ticket for one way travel, depending on age.
A representative of Vietnam Airlines said that after raising prices, children would enjoy the same adult services as seats, meals and checking luggage free of charge.
Budget carrier Jetstar Pacific, a subsidiary of Vietnam Airlines, also raised fees for children under two years old on domestic flights, from VND110,000-150,000 to VND209,000 per ticket. — VNS