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.

Escalating conflict in the Middle East has forced several airlines to cancel flights between Vietnam and the region, disrupting travel plans for more than 6,000 passengers over the coming days.

Vietnam Airlines has announced adjustments to its flight operation plan, adding nearly 1,000 seats on routes between Vietnam and Europe during the peak travel period amid operational constraints linked to the situation in the Middle East.

Amid complicated geopolitical developments and increasing fuel prices, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has suggested a number of policy measures to reduce pressure on Vietnam’s aviation industry.

Vietnam’s aviation authority warns of a potential Jet A-1 fuel shortage from April as supply disruptions and soaring prices linked to Middle East tensions ripple through the market.

Vietnam has introduced a rare emergency policy to support Middle Eastern airlines affected by regional conflict, including a 50 percent reduction in overnight aircraft parking fees.

As hostilities escalate in the Middle East, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam has instructed aviation units to ensure flight safety, maintain uninterrupted services, and minimise risks to passengers and carriers.