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April 16, 2023,Ho Chi Minh – Vietjet has launched the Ho Chi Minh City – Melbourne service and also welcoming nearly 400 passengers who arrived at Sydney International Airport on its inaugural flight from Ho Chi Minh City .
These debut flights mark the beginning of Vietjet’s six weekly return flights from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s largest metropolis, to Melbourne and Sydney, with Brisbane twice weekly service to commence from June.
Speaking about the new flights, Vietjet COO, Michael Hickey said: “The first two routes connecting Ho Chi Minh City to Melbourne and Sydney have proved Vietjet’s strong commitment to provide multiple services for Australians to explore Vietnam and other Asian destinations through our diverse classes of SkyBoss Business, SkyBoss, Deluxe and Eco. Vietjet’s affordable fares and dedicated services on new A330 aircraft will also ease traveling from Asia to the Oceania, making traveling in the region the most convenient ever in the coming time. Our inaugural flights have seen a full flight capacity both ways and we are thankful for the great responses from our passengers, partners and the governments of the two countries for making Vietjet’s new milestone memorable.”
Sydney Airport CEO, Geoff Culbert said: “We’re thrilled to welcome Vietjet to Sydney Airport, as the airline will be providing a great low-cost option to this sought-after destination. Vietjet’s extensive domestic network will also deliver greater choice for passengers wanting to explore other cities across Vietnam. As Australia marks the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations with Vietnam, it’s fitting that our 50th airline is a Vietnamese carrier.”
To celebrate its launch, Vietjet is offering a special promotion for all Vietnam – Australia routes every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday with low fares starting from just USD 0 ( Excluding taxes, fees and holidays. Terms and conditions )
Operating on A330s with three return flights per week, Vietjet’s flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney will take place every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday and the return flights depart every Monday, Thursday and Saturday from Sydney to Ho Chi Minh City.
Vietjet’s thrice weekly services from Ho Chi Minh City to Melbourne commenced on 8 April, operating on A330s every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Return flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City will depart every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
As Vietnam’s largest economic, financial and tourism hub, Ho Chi Minh City is a vibrant destination with incredible restaurants, shopping, nightlife, etc. Travellers can visit the War Remnants Museum and Cu Chi Tunnels among other historical landmarks.
