According to the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV), in the first half of 2025, Vietnam's aviation industry served 41.3 million passengers, representing a 10% increase compared to the same period in 2024. Notably, the international market accounted for 23 million passengers, up by 13%, while the domestic maintained a steady 7% growth with 18.4 million passengers.
The service departs from Hanoi at 9:25 pm every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, and arrives in Xi’an at 1:10 am the following day. The return flight leaves Xi’an at 2:10 am every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, and lands in Hanoi at 4:10 am (local time).
Son has been with the airline since its inception, playing a pivotal role in shaping its innovative business and marketing strategies.
The launch of this route has attracted significant attention and received congratulations from both locals and travellers in the two cities as well as Vietnam and China.
The offer is valid for bookings made between 00:00 and 23:00 on July 7.
As Vietnam’s largest private carrier, Vietjet has been awarded the highest ranking for safety with 7 stars by the world’s only safety and product rating website airlineratings.com and listed as one of the world's 50 best airlines for healthy financing and operations by Airfinance Journal in many consecutive years.
The latest order follows Vietjet’s commitment for 20 additional A330neo aircraft last month, bringing the airline’s total widebody aircraft on order to 40.
This latest order builds on a previous agreement signed at the Singapore Airshow last year for 40 engines, bringing the total number of Trent 7000 engines ordered by the airline to 80.
Vietnam's national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet are among the exhibitors, promoting key destinations such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Phu Quoc, as well as distinctive tourism products.
The Singapore – Phu Quoc route was officially launched on May 30, operating four return flights per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. This new service offers passengers a convenient opportunity to explore two outstanding destinations.
In 2024, Vietjet recorded its highest-ever business performance, with an expanding international network that boosted revenue.
The long-term order will help the airline expand its international route network across the Asia–Pacific, enabling it to increase flights on in-demand routes while preparing for future long-haul services to Europe.
Hanoi – Chengdu flights will start on July 1 while the Hanoi – Xi’an route will commence on July 6.
Promotional tickets are available from now until 23:00 on May 18, 2025 at website www.vietjetair.com and Vietjet Air mobile app with flight time from June 1, 2025 to March 28, 2026 (terms and conditions apply).
A Vietjet Air flight landed safely at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City on May 7 despite heavy rain and strong crosswinds.
The airline said it is closely monitoring developments in the region and will provide updates should the Pakistan – India conflict affect its flight operations.
Vietjet's consolidated revenue totaled 17.952 trillion VND (690 million USD) while pre-tax profit was 836 billion USD (32.1 million USD), up 24% YoY.
Vietjet passengers traveling on domestic flights departing from Terminal 1 at Noi Bai International Airport can now complete check-in, security screening, and boarding procedures using biometric authentication (eKYC) via the VNeID app.
The two new routes were inaugurated with a warm welcome from Vietjet’s leadership as well as local people and tourists in Ho Chi Minh City, Nagoya, and Fukuoka.
The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last weekend by the Vietnam News Agency.