Vietjet Air’s Bold Expansion: Eight New Routes Take Flight
Travelers in Vietnam just got more options. On June 18, 2020, Vietjet Air kicked off eight new domestic routes at a lively ceremony in Da Nang International Airport. Imagine being able to hop between Vietnam’s most scenic and bustling destinations with ease—this network upgrade makes it possible. The launch drew a crowd that included Le Trung Chinh, Vice Chairman of Da Nang City People’s Committee, and Hoang Huu Cuong, Deputy Director of the airport, alongside a raft of tourism and aviation officials. It wasn’t just about the speeches—drumbeats and smiling passengers set the mood for what’s shaping up to be a travel game-changer.
Da Nang, already a heavyweight in Vietnam’s airline scene, cemented its spot as a major gateway. From June 18th onward, Vietjet started flying passengers daily from Da Nang to Phu Quoc, Vinh, and Da Lat. These aren’t ordinary point-to-point flights—they’re regular, dependable routes that cater to both vacationers after sandy beaches and business travelers bouncing between cities. The airline didn’t stop at just the daily circuits: weekly flights now connect Da Nang to Buon Ma Thuot four times and Thanh Hóa three times. That’s freedom for travelers who want flexibility without the hassle.
Connecting Vietnam’s Cities and Boosting Local Tourism
The new connections don’t only serve Da Nang. Vietjet also launched three additional routes that broaden the airline’s coverage: Hanoi–Dong Hoi, Hai Phong–Quy Nhon, and Vinh–Phu Quoc. These additions bring far-flung regions into the flight lineup, shrinking distances and making quick trips a real possibility even for those with packed schedules. The flexible schedule is a win for those traveling for business, but also for families hunting for new vacation spots or locals returning home on a whim.
For Da Nang, these routes mean more tourists and new business opportunities. Every new flight route sends a ripple through local economies—hotels, restaurants, and tour operators are likely already gearing up for extra footfall. During the inaugural ceremony, some lucky travelers aboard the first Da Nang–Da Lat flight got their fifteen minutes of fame, posing for cameras with airline staff and city officials. Beyond the ceremony and photo ops, the message was clear: Vietnam’s domestic travel network is getting stronger, connecting more cities than ever with quick, convenient flights.
In a year where global travel faced headwinds, Vietjet’s approach aims to keep Vietnam moving. Whether you want to sip coffee lake-side in Da Lat, dive into the waters around Phu Quoc, or check a few more Vietnamese cities off your business trip checklist, these new routes turn that plan into reality. The move signals that air travel in Vietnam is not just bouncing back—it’s heading in a new, more connected direction.
