KUALA LUMPUR, March 18 – Vietjet Air has unveiled its latest offering, a direct flight connecting Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s bustling economic center, to Vientiane, the charming capital city of Laos. Marking a milestone as the first and only direct service in the market, this new route promises enhanced convenience and affordability for travelers, fostering opportunities for tourism, trade, and economic growth between the two nations.
The inauguration ceremony, held at Tan Son Nhat International Airport and Wattay International Airport, saw esteemed representatives from various aviation bodies and Vietjet come together to celebrate this momentous occasion. With four return flights weekly on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, passengers can now traverse the Ho Chi Minh City – Vientiane route in just 1 hour and 45 minutes, unlocking seamless access to the “Land of a Million Elephants.”
Nguyen Thanh Son, Vice President of Vietjet, expressed excitement about the new service, highlighting its role in bridging the gap between Vietnam and Laos while expanding Vientiane’s air connectivity globally. To commemorate the launch, Vietjet is offering promotional fares starting from as low as RM120 all-in, available from March 1 to 8, 2024, for travel between April 1 and October 31, 2024. With this new route, Malaysian travelers gain convenient transit options via Ho Chi Minh City, opening up exciting possibilities for exploration and adventure in Laos and beyond.
