Vietnam Airlines News
Vietnam Airlines Targets VND 138.899 Trillion in Revenue
Vietnam Airlines yesterday held its 2026 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, approving the audited 2025 financial statements, the Board of Directors’ report on 2025 operations, the 2026 business plan, and the development orientation for the year ahead
Vietnam Airlines Remains Among the Top 100 Companies in the Fortune Southeast Asia 500
Vietnam Airlines has further strengthened its position among Southeast Asia’s leading companies, securing a place in the Top 100 of the 2026 Fortune Southeast Asia 500 for the third consecutive year. The national carrier is the only Vietnamese airline and one of just three airlines included in this Top 100, alongside Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways International.
Vietnam Airlines Finalizes Order for 50 Boeing 737 MAX Airplanes
Boeing and Vietnam Airlines announced today the Vietnamese flag carrier finalized its first Boeing single-aisle order for 50 737 MAX airplanes. The addition of the 737-8 will enable Vietnam Airlines’ domestic and regional route growth plans as air travel demand continues to rise across Southeast Asia.
Vietnam Airlines Introduces Its First-Ever Signature Fragrance
Vietnam Airlines has become the first airline in Vietnam to introduce its own signature fragrance, LotuScent, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to enhancing the passenger experience. The fragrance is crafted to enhance the ambiance of select Lotus Lounges and on international flights.
Etihad Airways Launches Loyalty Partnership with Vietnam Airlines
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and Vietnam Airlines, the national carrier of Vietnam, have signed a frequent flyer partnership agreement to allow loyalty members of either airline to earn and redeem miles across both networks from 1 July 2025.
Vietnam Airlines Launches Direct Ho Chi Minh City to Copenhagen Route
Vietnam Airlines is set to launch the first-ever direct flight connecting Vietnam and Denmark, with a nonstop service between Ho Chi Minh City and Copenhagen commencing on 15 December 2025. This marks the only nonstop route currently available between the two countries, representing a significant milestone in Vietnam Airlines’ international expansion strategy and establishing a vital air bridge between Southeast Asia and Northern Europe.
Savour Winter Sun With Vietnam Airlines’ Daily Nonstop Flights from London Heathrow
National flag carrier, Vietnam Airlines, has returned to daily flight frequencies from London Heathrow to Vietnam this winter, with daily nonstop services to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City resuming on 28 October 2024. The APEX five star-rated airline will operate four flights per week to Hanoi and three per week to Ho Chi Minh City, all on next-gen Boeing B787-9 Dreamliners.
Etihad Airways and Vietnam Airlines strengthen ties
Etihad Airways and Vietnam Airlines are set to work towards a collaboration for the benefit of their customers after signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a potential agreement. The MoU reflects a dedication to exploring an enhanced working relationship, where the airlines plan to implement a broad collaboration including a codeshare, reciprocal loyalty programmes, cargo transport, maintenance, repair and overhaul, and ground handling.
Vietnam Airlines and Emirates Sign MoU to Explore Extending Commercial Cooperation
Vietnam Airlines and Emirates have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop a deeper commercial cooperation between both carriers. Expanding the scope of the longstanding interline partnership marks a significant step between the two carriers and reinforces their shared commitment to strengthen connectivity between Vietnam and the UAE.
Vietnam Airlines and Garuda Indonesia to Strengthen Cooperation by Signing MOU
Vietnam Airlines and Garuda Indonesia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand the strategic partnership between the two national airlines. The MoU seeks to strengthen and expand cooperation, focusing on enhancing the passenger and airfreight transportation capabilities between Vietnam and Indonesia.
Vietnam Airlines participates in SkyTeam’s Aviation Challenge 2024
Vietnam Airlines participated in SkyTeam’s Aviation Challenge 2024 (TAC 2024) by organising a special flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Paris on 16 September. This flight also supported the United Nations’ International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer.
Vietnam Airlines to Launch Nonstop Service to Milan
Vietnam Airlines will become the first and only airline in Vietnam to offer nonstop service to Italy, with three-weekly flights (Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays) between Hanoi and Milan commencing from 1 July 2025 on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The addition will see the airline boasting nine European routes. Vietnam Airlines has also outlined plans to introduce the Ho Chi Minh City to Milan route after 2025.