Air Mekong will run a direct air route between Vinh, Buon Me Thuot and HCM City three times a week beginning October 1, the airline announced at its launching celebration on Sept. 26.

Accordingly, flights will depart from Vinh and Buon Me Thuot on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

It is Air Mekong's ninth route and it is expected to ease transport between Central Highland provinces and the north-central region./.