Passengers affected by significant flight disruptions will gain stronger protections under rules taking effect on July 1.

Vietnam Airlines has been ranked among the top three most punctual airlines in the Asia-Pacific region in 2026, according to the latest On-Time Performance (OTP) report released by aviation analytics firm Cirium.

Passengers on a Vietnam Airlines flight received an unexpected and emotional farewell from a captain ending a remarkable 45-year career.

Vietnam Airlines Group will provide nearly 5.5 million seats on domestic routes from now until August 16 to meet peak summer travel demand, including around 2.2 million seats offered at promotional fares on various routes.

Aviation is set to reshape Hanoi’s future growth map as the capital unveils an ambitious century-long master plan centred on a second international airport, new urban corridors and the rise of a next-generation “sky economy”.

Vietnamese airlines are expected to continue cautiously adjusting their summer flight schedules as high fuel prices persist, prompting carriers to focus on cost optimisation and operational safety.

The Ministry of Construction has proposed raising advance compensation for passengers affected by flight delays and cancellations by 25% and adding vouchers and airline loyalty points as accepted forms of payment.

The Trade Office at the Vietnamese Embassy in Israel has pledged support for EL AL Airlines in launching a direct air route connecting Israel and Hanoi.​

Domestic airfares in Vietnam have risen by 15-20% on average as a fuel supply crunch linked to conflicts in the Middle East drives up costs, airport operator Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) said in a newly released 2025 annual report.

Vietnam’s aviation sector has secured sufficient jet fuel for the April 30 peak, while proposals to raise domestic airfare caps remain under review.

Vietnam has reached a significant milestone in aviation development, with its first facility officially meeting European standards for aircraft maintenance training.

Vietnam’s aviation industry is being forced into rapid adaptation as jet fuel prices surge far beyond initial projections, pushing airlines to rethink everything from fleet operations to ticket pricing.

The airline marks its international debut with a direct Phu Quoc - Taipei route, bringing over 200 passengers to the island.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has granted permission to Qatar Airways to operate three combined flights on the Doha–Hanoi–Ho Chi Minh City route.

Vietnamese airlines are preparing to raise ticket prices from April 2026 and cut flight frequencies as surging jet fuel costs place mounting pressure on operations.

The airline accelerates its international push with a Seoul route, strategic partnership, and plans to link Phu Quoc with Korea’s major hubs.

At present, Vietnamese airlines are also developing plans for fuel surcharges on international routes, which may take effect from early April.

Amid fuel price hikes due to Middle East tensions, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam has instructed airlines to optimise costs, safeguard cash flow, and maintain stable operations, particularly during peak travel periods.

Vietnam’s aviation sector is facing mounting pressure as jet fuel supply risks tightening, forcing domestic airlines to adjust operations and prioritize key routes.