World · Sri Lanka Bureau
Vietjet Air Opens Direct Service Between Colombo and Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnamese budget carrier Vietjet Air has launched direct flights connecting Colombo with Ho Chi Minh City, enhancing air connectivity between Sri Lanka and Vietnam.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
Vietjet Air has commenced direct flight operations between Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo and Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City, marking a significant expansion of the airline's regional network.
The new service offers Sri Lankan travellers and businesses a direct route to Vietnam's largest city, eliminating the need for connections through regional hubs. The direct flights are expected to facilitate increased tourism, trade, and people-to-people exchange between the two nations.
As a low-cost carrier, Vietjet Air's entry into the Colombo–Ho Chi Minh City market is anticipated to provide competitive pricing on the route. The airline operates an extensive network across Asia and has positioned itself as a key player in regional air transport.
The launch of this service reflects growing aviation links between Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia. The route is expected to serve both leisure and business travellers, with particular appeal to those seeking affordable travel options between the two destinations.
Vietjet Air joins other regional carriers in serving routes from Colombo, further strengthening Sri Lanka's position as an aviation hub in South Asia.