Vietnam Airlines offers 2-minute self-service baggage drop-off at Hanoi airport’s international terminal
Vietnam News 11:53 24/07/2026National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines has been testing a check-in and baggage drop system for international flights at Terminal T2 of Noi Bai International Airport since July 22, allowing eligible passengers to check in, print baggage tags and drop off luggage in about two minutes, helping them avoid long queues at staffed counters.
Vietnam Airlines leases 19 more Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft
Economy 21:30 23/07/2026Vietnam Airlines has signed agreements to lease 19 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft from three international companies, with all the aircraft expected to be delivered in 2028.
Vietnamese airlines ramp up investments in dedicated cargo fleets
Economy 12:08 05/07/2026Vietnamese airlines are stepping up investments in dedicated cargo aircraft, logistics infrastructure, and digital connectivity to tap into the global air cargo market.
Vietnam Airlines targets profit in 2026 despite soaring fuel costs
Economy 17:54 28/06/2026Vietnam Airlines has set a target of generating a consolidated pre-tax profit of VND510 billion (US$19.4 million) in 2026 despite incurring an additional VND7 trillion ($265.2 million) in fuel costs during the second quarter of 2026 due to soaring aviation fuel prices.
Vietnam Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Hong Kong to aid ill passenger
Economy 10:31 25/06/2026A flight operated by national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines en route from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai, China was diverted to Hong Kong for an emergency landing to provide medical assistance for a passenger who experienced health issues on Wednesday.
Vietnamese airlines ramp up hiring drive
Economy 14:40 24/06/2026Vietnamese airlines are collectively recruiting thousands of flight attendants, engineers, and operations staff as they expand their fleets, launch new international routes, and prepare for the opening of Long Thanh International Airport in southern Vietnam.
Vietnam Airlines secures $2.9bn US EXIM commitment for Boeing deal
Economy 13:44 24/06/2026Vietnam Airlines on Tuesday announced it has received a preliminary commitment from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) for a loan worth up to US$2.9 billion to support its planned purchase of 50 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft.
Vietnam Airlines launches nonstop Hanoi-Amsterdam route
Economy 11:10 17/06/2026Vietnam Airlines on Monday officially launched its nonstop service between Hanoi and Amsterdam, becoming the first Vietnamese carrier to operate a direct route connecting Vietnam and the Netherlands.
Vietnam Airlines to launch 1st direct route to Sri Lanka
Travel 13:13 09/05/2026Vietnam Airlines has announced it will open a direct air route connecting Ho Chi Minh City and Colombo, Sri Lanka, starting in October 2026, with three round trips per week using Airbus A321 aircraft.
Vietnam Airlines to suspend Hai Phong–Can Tho route from April 1 on high fuel costs
Travel 13:44 28/03/2026Vietnam Airlines will suspend its Hai Phong–Can Tho route from April 1 due to rising fuel costs that have made the service unprofitable, the Can Tho Department of Construction said on Friday.
Vietnam Airlines to suspend Hai Phong-Cam Ranh route next month
Travel 12:02 25/03/2026Vietnam Airlines on Tuesday announced it will temporarily suspend flights between Hai Phong City, northern Vietnam and Cam Ranh in Khanh Hoa Province, located in the south-central region, starting April 1, citing soaring fuel costs and supply challenges caused by Middle East tensions.
