Only two airlines achieved on-time performance above 80%

During this period, Vietnamese airlines operated 210,341 domestic flights, of which 135,922 departed on time, representing an on-time performance rate of 64.6%.

Only two airlines maintained an on-time rate above 80%  -  Bamboo Airways and VASCO.

Bamboo Airways led the industry with an 82.1% on-time rate, while VASCO followed closely with 81.8%.

Pacific Airlines, Vietravel Airlines, and Vietnam Airlines recorded on-time rates of 78.5%, 70.6%, and 70% respectively.

Vietjet Air had the lowest on-time performance among major carriers at 55%, below the national average.

Flight cancellations remain under 1%

In the same period, the domestic aviation sector reported 1,380 canceled flights, equivalent to 0.7% of all flights.

Bamboo Airways recorded the fewest cancellations, with just 0.2% (18 flights) canceled.

Vietjet Air canceled 0.6% (519 flights), while Vietnam Airlines and Pacific Airlines reported 0.8% (698 flights) and 0.9% (45 flights), respectively.

VASCO and Vietravel Airlines both reported a 1.2% cancellation rate, equivalent to 62 and 38 flights.

Extreme weather challenges air transport

The CAAV attributed the decline in on-time performance to extreme weather in recent months, particularly in northern and north-central regions.

Heavy rain and strong winds caused by recent typhoons severely disrupted flight operations.

At Noi Bai International Airport, heavy rainfall, wind shear, and visibility below one kilometer forced multiple aircraft to circle or divert to alternate airports.

On September 30, the Northern Airports Authority reported 194 delayed flights and 34 diversions due to severe weather.

Enhanced monitoring and coordination

In response, the CAAV instructed affected airports to maintain 24-hour operations, ensure navigation and communication systems are fully functional, and apply high-resolution weather forecasting models for early detection of storms, strong winds, and heavy rainfall.

Airlines were also directed to adjust flight schedules proactively, update passengers through digital platforms, and prioritize safety in all operations.

Carriers have increased real-time communication via websites, social media, mobile apps, and SMS to help passengers plan their journeys amid weather disruptions.

N. Huyen