Vietjet, a leading private airline in Vietnam, has announced the launch of two new direct routes linking Hyderabad and Bengaluru to Ho Chi Minh City, starting March 18 and 19, respectively. The new service aims to reinforce Vietjet’s position as a key player in the aviation market between the two countries, while fostering connectivity and growth across Asia.

In a press statement, Vietjet says that to celebrate the new routes, it is offering special promotional fares with tickets starting from INR 11 plus taxes and fees on all India–Vietnam routes. The airline says passengers can enjoy this deal up to January 30, for travel between February 10 and September 30. Additionally, the airline is offering up to 20 pc discount on Business and SkyBoss tickets on the 20^th of each month for travel from March 1 to May 29.

The statement adds that, Vietjet’s two new services bring the total to 10 routes between India and Vietnam, providing 78 weekly flights. This network connects key Indian hubs, including New Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Kochi, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru to Vietnam’s major cities including Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City.

According to a report by Vietnam government, the number of Indian travellers to the Southeast Asian nation reached 501,000 in 2024, increasing by 3.6 times compared to 2022. This surge propelled India to sixth place in the top 10 international markets for visitors to Vietnam last year, advancing two positions from 2023.