To ensure flight safety, the airport temporarily limited arrivals to a maximum of 10 flights per hour until around 11 a.m.

According to representatives from Noi Bai International Airport, strong thunderstorms and reduced visibility required coordination with air traffic control authorities to adjust operations and maintain absolute safety for take-offs and landings.

Vietnam Airlines confirmed that heavy rain and flooding affected several parts of Noi Bai Airport, prompting operational limits to prevent congestion and ensure safety.

Bamboo Airways also announced potential delays as aircraft were required to queue for safe take-off and landing conditions.

The airline advised passengers to check weather and traffic updates, arrive at the airport at least two hours before domestic flights and three hours before international flights, and plan extra travel time due to severe flooding on some Hanoi roads.

Earlier, on the evening of October 5, Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, and Bamboo Airways had already adjusted their schedules at several northern and central airports in anticipation of Typhoon Matmo.

Vietnam Airlines rescheduled flights VN1186, VN1188 (Ho Chi Minh City - Hai Phong) and VN1187 (Hai Phong - Ho Chi Minh City) to 4:00 p.m., 5:35 p.m., and 6:35 p.m. respectively.

Two flights between Hanoi and Hong Kong (VN592, VN593) were delayed to 12:15 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. (local time).

The railway sector also reported disruptions due to the typhoon’s circulation.

Two pairs of trains (MR1/MR2) were suspended on October 7 and 8 to ensure passenger safety. Affected passengers may request full refunds within 30 days at railway stations as regulated.

During Typhoon Bualoi (Storm No. 10) on September 30, Noi Bai Airport had already endured nearly nine hours of torrential rain and thunderstorms, disrupting 90 flights.

Domestic airlines continue to closely monitor the progress of Typhoon Matmo and regularly update passengers through official channels. Travelers are advised to check flight schedules frequently and plan their itineraries accordingly during this period of severe weather.

Tien Phong