Return flights from London to Hanoi with Air China sit in the “full service carrier for less” bracket, competing with the likes of China Eastern and China Southern on similar one stop routings. Expect a connection via Shanghai or Beijing, which keeps costs down versus nonstop options, while still including checked baggage, useful for longer Vietnam trips where you might be packing more than a cabin bag.
Who is this for?
Best suited to travellers who can be flexible in September and October and do not mind a longer journey time in exchange for a lower fare. A China connection can also work well if you prefer flying one airline throughout, with baggage checked through on the same ticket, rather than mixing carriers and managing separate allowances.
- Routing: one stop via Shanghai or Beijing, so allow time for transit and possible terminal changes.
- Bags included: checked luggage is part of the fare, which can shift the value versus “light” tickets.